Language Education Programs
Mission Statement
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is dedicated to a democratic, just, and equitable vision of PreK-12 schools and institutions of higher education. We prepare pre-service teachers and scholar practitioners to be lifelong learners and agents of change. We challenge, engage, and inspire students through innovative transformative approaches that emphasize the diversity among learners, contemporary research, and meaningful integration of technologies.
Programs
Students may choose the Early Childhood Program, the Elementary/Middle(MCEA) or a Middle/Secondary Program. In each of the programs, students earn Department of Public Instruction (DPI) licensure.
As they move through their coursework, students combine a commitment to education with a strong liberal arts foundation, a teaching major and the study of teaching. All students engage in at least three school-based field experiences that allow them to apply their knowledge to actual classroom situations.
Upon graduation, students will have gained extensive knowledge of their subject areas and teaching. They will also have been given the opportunity to grow as instructional decision makers, preparing them to be effective teachers and instructional leaders in our changing schools.
For additional information on any of our programs, please feel free to stop by the Department of Curriculum and Instruction 3rd floor window; Winther Hall Room 3032, Monday through Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. telephone (262)472-1122 or email cioffice@uww.edu
Master's Degrees
Master of Science in Education-Professional Studies (MSE-PS)
The MSE-PS provides individuals with advanced academic work focused on the improvement of teaching and learning. Develop skills and knowledge in three core areas: research, practice and professional voice through a sequence of courses and individually guided activities culminating in a substantial capstone project. There are 10 emphasis areas from which to choose, some of which include initial or advanced Wisconsin teacher licensing options.
Educational Leadership Degree (M.S.)
Students may enroll in the program for the Master of Science degree and Wisconsin Licensure or licensure only. Licensing Options include K-12 Principal, Director of Instruction, and Director of Pupil Services. In addition, students are able to establish a foundation for an academic and career ladder leading to specialist and doctoral degrees at UW-Madison in Educational Administration.
Master of Science in Business Education (M.S.)
Three emphases are available in MS Business Education program. The Secondary emphasis leads to Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction licensure in Business Education (250); additional licenses possible are Marketing Education (285) and Vocational Business Education (281). The Post-Secondary emphasis includes courses which meet the Wisconsin Technical College instructor certification requirements. The General emphasis is designed for teachers who already hold a license and wish to pursue a graduate degree or additional licensure.
Business Education for You (BE4U) Questions may be directed to Dr. Karla Saeger saegerk@uww.edu
CERTIFICATES
Add-on Early Childhood License Summer program
Faculty members at UW-Whitewater have developed an accelerated program in early childhood education at the graduate level.
This degree is designed to prepare teachers to provide special service in reading at the elementary and secondary level and to certify students as reading teachers and reading specialists. This degree is temporarily not accepting new applications.
Alternative Education Programs Licensure (AEPL)
This program leads to add-on certification to teach in alternative education settings.
Additional Information
*For students enrolled in the MSC&I (Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction, the previous master's program that was closed to new students as of March 2008), please see your advisor and refer to the graduate catalog that was in effect at the time that you were admitted to the program.
About
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) houses numerous teacher preparation programs along with programs for add on licenses for certified teachers and the MSEPD (Master of Science in Education: Professional Development). We are proud of our programs that lead to licensure either a first time license or add on licenses. The faculty and staff recognize that graduates of our programs play a vital role in the lives of children and families both in Wisconsin and around the world. If you are interested in the licensure programs and/or our MSEPD program we offer please contact us so that we can help you achieve your goal of becoming a licensed teacher and/or obtaining your master's degree.
The Curriculum and Instruction Department in the UW-Whitewater College of Education & Professional Studies (COEPS) provides students with the opportunity to prepare for careers as teachers. Students may choose the Early Childhood Program, the Elementary/Middle(MCEA) School Program or a Middle/Secondary School Program. In each of the programs, students earn Department of Public Instruction (DPI) licensure.
As they move through their coursework, students combine a commitment to education with a strong liberal arts foundation, a teaching major and the study of teaching. All students engage in at least three school-based field experiences that allow them to apply their knowledge to actual classroom situations.
Upon graduation, students will have gained extensive knowledge of their subject areas and teaching. They will also have been given the opportunity to grow as instructional decision makers, preparing them to be effective teachers and instructional leaders in our changing schools. See Professional Education Graphic for a picture of the entire teacher education sequence.
For additional information on any of our programs, please feel free to stop by the Department of Curriculum and Instruction 3rd floor window Winther Hall Room 3032, Monday through Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., telephone (262)472-1122 or email; cioffice@uww.edu
Wisconsin Foundations of Reading test - Beginning on January 31, 2014, candidates in Wisconsin applying for an initial license in grades Kindergarten through 5, special education, license as a reading teacher or reading specialist will be requried to take and pass the Foundations of Reading test; a test of reading instruction knowledge and skills test. For further information on this new requirement, edTPA questions? please visit http://www.uww.edu/coeps/offices-services/fieldex/edtpa