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UJA New York Women’s Division Levinsky College of Education Ltd.

Levinsky College of Education is the first Israeli academic institution for teacher training to begin
teaching all subjects in Hebrew. The College maintains high standards and is a leader in innovation.
Levinsky College offers a variety of programs: a Bachelor of Education degree (B.Ed.), a Master of
Education (M. Ed.) degree (with and without a thesis) as well as a specialized program geared to
retraining academics for careers in education. The College also offers an M.A.A.T. (Master's degree
in Art Therapy) as well as an M.Teach degree – a Master of Teaching degree combined with
teaching certification for secondary schools. In addition, there are special programs created for
specific populations.
Levinsky College maintains collegial relations with the Ministry of Education and offers a variety of
activities for the professional development of teachers.
Graduates of the College integrate into the Israeli education system and leave their mark on it as
teachers, educators, managers and developers. There are currently more than 3,000 students
studying for first and second degrees as well as for teaching certification, and more than 3,600
teachers who are studying for various other certifications or engaged in professional development
courses in the College.

Vision
Levinsky College of Education is a well-established, leading academic institution offering quality
higher education that in turn shapes the face of education and society. The goal of the College is to
foster educators who are sensitive, contemplative, creative, research-oriented leaders, innovators
and activists in their community and work environments. Teachers, educators, and professional
staff will find a welcoming home and opportunities for development throughout their professional
lives.

Mission
The College aspires to lead fundamental change in education and society by means of research,
and innovative pedagogy and technology. The College encourages its graduates to strive for the
highest degree of professionalism, intercultural sensitivity, and social involvement and for its
scholar-teachers to perceive their work as an integral part of their professional lives.

International Mission
The College aims to develop ties and collaboration between individuals and institutes that are
involved in Teacher Education on an international basis. This is done by staff exchange programs,
which promote shared learning and joint research.
The College provides support services for faculty members to participate in international
conferences and seminars, visit and teach in international institution (via Erasmus+ staff mobility
programs), and encourage joint research projects. The College believes that cooperative learning
and research, both on a national and international basis, can enhance pedagogical knowledge and
professionalism.

Formative Values
• Human dignity and freedom
• Generosity and cultural sensitivity
• Creation and sharing of knowledge
• Academic freedom

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