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The mission of the School of Human Sciences is to improve the well-being of individuals, families, communities and related businesses and industries through teaching, research and outreach. An integrative approach is carried out in these program areas:

The Department of Teacher Education and Leadership at Mississippi State University is a collaborative community of scholars and educators. We are committed to the belief that education is the primary vehicle for equity and justice in the state of Mississippi and beyond. In keeping with the land grant and research-extensive mission of Mississippi State University, and in support of the mission of the College of Education, the Department of Teacher Education and Leadership is committed to academic excellence, intellectual rigor, and lifelong learning. It is our mission to contribute to teaching and learning P-12 and beyond through teaching and learning, research and inquiry, and service and outreach. Faculty and staff in the department of Teacher Education and Leadership believe that accomplished educators possess in-depth knowledge of content and teaching practices, including discipline-specific practices, that allow them to create engaging, relevant experiences for all students. The goal of the department is to meet the needs of all students through the preparation of effective, responsive scholars and practitioners who use theory, research, and a wide variety of tools, including technology, to enhance their work in a global, diverse, and changing society.  The measure of our success is improved outcomes for diverse students, P-12 and beyond.