Our Vision

Educators are innovators.

 

The Vision

A hub of teacher education purposed in inspiring hope, teaching innovation, and demanding quality in training among respected educators and valued students. 

Mission Statement

To provide a new paradigm of innovative, holistic teacher education that contributes positively to the development of the local and wider community. 

In Association with Mulungushi University School of Education

In Association with Mulungushi University School of Education

 

Our Core Values:

Inspiration

Innovation

Quality

Excellence

Integrity

Faith

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UNICEF reports that 68% of rural and 32% of urban orphans in Zambia are not enrolled in school. Even those who are fortunate enough to have adult supervision by relatives are often denied education and made to work full-time. Zambia ranks 22nd in the world for children not attending primary school.

Even when families do have the means to pay school fees, the schools often don’t have the resources to create an environment of learning.  The student-to-teacher ratio is 50:1, making it difficult for teachers to have an impact on their students.

 

HOPE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION provides a way for individuals to pursue a career in education affordably and pave the way to improved student learning in Zambia.  

Due to the increasing demand for college training and teacher education by the local and wider Zambian community, Hope College of Education has developed Diploma courses that focus on the practice of education.  

Hope College of Education offers quality training and is becoming a central hub for teacher education in Zambia. 

As part of the distance learning program, Hope College of Education students attend part-time face-to-face residential schooling (on-site learning) with a variety of writing workshops, computer seminars, as well as professional development opportunities.  

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Offering diplomas in Primary and Secondary Teacher Education, Hope College of Education provides a positive, healthy and conducive study environment for its students.  The school is composed of experienced and highly motivated staff utilizing strategies that focus attention on holistic teacher knowledge and self discipline. 

 

Supporting education and innovation.

 
 
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Teaching with the Brain in Mind

We place a strong focus on training teachers about the brain, how it develops and changes over time and how to best prepare the child's brain for school and learning.  

With this knowledge, our teachers will learn to increase student engagement through skills that incorporate dynamic physical classroom environments for optimal learning, plans that consider the mind-body link as well as the the importance of play, and activities that help students manage stress, peer pressure, and bond more quickly with fellow learners.  

The projected outcome for our teachers is the ability to create classrooms that emphasize brain-based teaching, social and emotional development, critical thinking skills, and intrinsic student motivation.

 

 

On-site Residential Instruction, Lectures and Seminars

Hope College's Unique On-site Residential School extends the traditional 2-week study period for distance learners to 3 weeks allowing for a more in-depth study of the course material and longer preparation for class assignments.  In addition, supplementary workshops, lectures and seminars enrich the experience of students beyond the required education foundations and teaching courses. 

Convenient Distance Learning Programs

Hope College offers convenient Distance Learning Diploma Programs that incorporate the use of digital libraries and e-learning tools with available course books and learning modules.

 

 

Holistic Training

We focus on training the whole teacher through professional development, teaching practice and spiritual formation.  Hope College of Education is committed to educating students with respect for and awareness of the historic Christian faith. 

Our commitment to the spiritual development of our teachers' Christian heritage points us to the deepest engagement in academics and in life; to equip our students to go into the world and make an impact in their communities.

 

 
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Affordable Education

Low student fees and reduced educational expenses allow for learners of all types to pursue a degree at Hope College of Education.  

Distance Learning over three years rather than Full-time degree programs are self-paced, flexible and cost significantly less in tuition and fees than traditional courses, thus reducing the average cost of attendance.

 

 
Vernon Caldwell, M.S.Ed.Principal, Senior LecturerSenior Lecturer in Sociology of Education and Educational Research. More >>

Vernon Caldwell, M.S.Ed.

Principal, Senior Lecturer

Senior Lecturer in Sociology of Education and Educational Research. More >>

Kathleen Schwartz, B.A.Senior LecturerMore >>

Kathleen Schwartz, B.A.

Senior Lecturer

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Benedict Schwartz, B.A., M.S.Senior Lecturer, Exective Director - All Kids Can Learn ZambiaMore >>

Benedict Schwartz, B.A., M.S.

Senior Lecturer, Exective Director - All Kids Can Learn Zambia

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Michelo Mwiinga, B.A. (Bachelor of Arts in Education) – Kwame Nkrumah University;Instructor in Primary Mathematics Education

Michelo Mwiinga, B.A. (Bachelor of Arts in Education) – Kwame Nkrumah University;

Instructor in Primary Mathematics Education

 
Chido Dzambo Chanda, B.A. (Bachelor of Arts with Education) - University of ZambiaInstructor in History & Philosophy of Education

Chido Dzambo Chanda, B.A. (Bachelor of Arts with Education) - University of Zambia

Instructor in History & Philosophy of Education

 
Herbert Munchini, B.B.A.(Computer Management Information Systems) – Rusangu UniversityInstructor in ICT Education and Secondary ICT Education

Herbert Munchini, B.B.A.(Computer Management Information Systems) – Rusangu University

Instructor in ICT Education and Secondary ICT Education

Research Interests

Leadership for Learning, Instructional Leadership, Educational Effectiveness, School Improvement, Teacher Professional Development, Program and School Evaluation, Education Policy, Global Education and International Development, Inequalities in Learning, Social Determinants of Educational Success.

Vernon Caldwell

Principal & Senior Lecturer

Vernon Caldwell is a sociologist, professor, researcher and professional in education, global health and international development. He is Senior Lecturer in Sociology of Education and Educational Research.  He previously taught at the City University of New York.  He holds a B.S. in Biology and Latin-American/Spanish studies from Haverford College, and an M.S.Ed. in International Educational Development from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education.

Teaching Interests

Classical Social Theory, Sociology of Health and Illness, Inequality, Race and Ethnic Relations, Development and Globalization, Social and Critical Theory, Demography, Population Dynamics

 

Contact us for more Information

Our campus is situated along the Great North Road after Landless Corner opposite Ibis Gardens in Central Province next to Nyirenda Farm.

 
 

Mailing: P.O. Box 4, Fringilla ZAMBIA

Physical Address:  (See Maps Below)                                                  

Farm 2159, Great North Road, Chibombo, (near Liteta, across from Ibis Gardens)              

T: +260961.492282
E: HopeCollegeZambia@gmail.com

Vernon Caldwell, B.S., M.S.Ed.
Principal, Senior Lecturer                        

T: +26 0961.492282
E: HopeCollegeZambia@gmail.com                                

 

Kathleen Schwartz
School of Hope, Director; Senior Lecturer, HopeCollegeZambia@gmail.com

T: +26 0961.492282
E: HopeCollegeZambia@gmail.com

 

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