Provides pre-service teachers with valuable pedagogy
Rich student teaching experience
Connects pre-service teachers to the teaching community
Opportunity to pair with and receive guidance through a strong veteran teacher mentor
Opportunity to learn from experts in the field
Offers time to observe master teachers and put new skills to use in a safe and collaborative environment.
Most traditional programs offer opportunity for pre-service teachers to engage in the components of planning and preparation, classroom environment, and instruction
Alternative Teacher Certification Program
Swift, intensive route to the classroom
Little to no opportunity to practice new skills before being submerged into the classroom
Provides pre-service teachers with valuable pedagogy
Rich student teaching experience
Connects pre-service teachers to the teaching community
Opportunity to pair with and receive guidance through a strong veteran teacher mentor
Opportunity to learn from experts in the field
Offers time to observe master teachers and put new skills to use in a safe and collaborative environment.
Most traditional programs offer opportunity for pre-service teachers to engage in the components of planning and preparation, classroom environment, and instruction
Alternative Teacher Certification Program
Swift, intensive route to the classroom
Little to no opportunity to practice new skills before being submerged into the classroom
The University of Texas at Austin’s College of Education is transforming lives for the benefit of society. This research based program to train educators and health practitioners was founded in 1891 as the School of Pedagogy. The College of Education has a rich history as a leader in education. UT Austin prides itself on the rich partnerships with leading research centers and community practitioners to best prepare students for successful careers in education.
