Teacher Education


Great Teachers Made Here.

The Department of Teacher Education prepares aspiring educators for a career in teaching.  As an education major, you have every opportunity to make a difference and have a real impact on your community. You are equipped to become a skilled classroom teacher from early education, elementary education, middle grades education, secondary education or special education; or to pursue careers outside of the classroom in other areas such as education administration, social work or nonprofit organizations. 

Considering Education?

pennant of College of CharlestonThe Department of Teacher Education prepares aspiring educators for a career in teaching. Students learn about educational theories, instructional methods, classroom management techniques, and educational psychology.  

By the end of their program, culminating in a clinical practice internship, students are prepared to create engaging lesson plans, assess student progress and facilitate a positive learning environment that nurtures students' intellectual and social growth. 

As an education student, you learn about educational theories, instructional methods, classroom management techniques, and educational psychology.

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