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Academic Areas & Divisions
Teacher Education
Welcome to Teacher Education at the University of Washington!
Great teachers are the most significant factor in ensuring children’s success in school, particularly for children in culturally diverse, poverty-impacted communities where academic achievement has historically lagged.
Educational equity and academic excellence are the cornerstones of professional development at the UW College of Education.
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Engaging Field Work
The Teacher Education Program offers fieldwork opportunities in our network of partner schools, all located in culturally diverse urban communities around the Puget Sound area. Over the course of the fieldwork program, students take on increasing responsibility for teaching, culminating in full responsibility for complete planning and instruction under the mentorship of an experienced teacher.
Connecting Practice with Research
Students at the UW College of Education are at the forefront of applying the results of cutting-edge research to their classroom practices. As a leading research university, the College offers students the opportunity to work with the preeminent research faculty in education. These staff members are deeply connected with P-12 education, and many are leaders in their fields. The result is an unmatched connection between research and practice.
Field-based Instruction
In addition to campus-based coursework, students and faculty convene regularly in classrooms at partner schools for “studio days.” These sessions are approached both as a cohort and in smaller groups, and followed by a meeting with the partner school’s teachers to address any questions that may arise. During these full day sessions, professors and partner-school teachers collaborate to develop effective methods for connecting with students in high-needs schools. The field-based experience that comes from this program prepares UW College of Education students for teaching positions in the most challenging classrooms.
Inquiry-Based Practice
Our programs reflect a strong orientation toward inquiry, both in the methods we promote among teachers and examinations of the effectiveness of our own work. The UW College of Education values careful analysis of teaching practice amongst both faculty and students.
Committed to Diversity
The College is committed to preparing new teachers to work effectively with students in culturally and racially diverse communities. The UW College of Education actively works to increase diversity among educators in response to changing community needs.
Making a Difference, Every Day
Students come to the UW College of Education because they are passionate about helping children learn and making a positive impact on society. Every day, the College and its students make progress in improving education for all children.
Teacher Education
TEP Infosessions
Elementary
Friday, October 23, 11am
Secondary
Friday, December 4, 4pm
Student Voices
“I believe that the truly great teachers enjoy their jobs.
At the College of Education Teacher Education Program, I got the chance to work with teachers who are aware of the complexities and frustrations of this job, while still finding joy in the work.”
Jeremy Whiting, TEP Student
“I became a teacher because I wanted to share my own love of exploring new ideas. I wanted to make a difference for children and help them realize that going to school and learning should
be exciting.”
Julie Fruit, TEP Student