The professional semester, like a three-legged stool, requires equal support of student teachers, master teachers, and university consultants. Together we can create a community of learners committed to professional development. Leaders are not afraid of change. They are reflective in their practice and help ensure academic and social success for each student they teach.
The education faculty anticipates with you a semester packed with demands, challenges, and rewards. Our collective goal is to enhance the lives of all the students we teach. As educators, we must employ educational practices that are inclusive, fair, and equitable. By sharing a common vision, we can provide the leadership needed for success. Together we will make a great team! Enjoy the rich journey of learning experienced in student teaching!
Sincerely,
Cathy Smeltzer Erb, Ph.D.
Director of Undergraduate Teacher Education
&
Ron Shultz, Ph.D.
Coordinator of Field Placements
What is the Purpose of the Handbook?
This handbook guides you through the teacher education program at EMU. Blank copies of curriculum outlines are available on myEMU. Records of academic progress are maintained by the registrar’s office and are accessible to students and advisors on myEMU. It is the mutual responsibility of you and your advisor to plan your academic program.
This handbook provides a conceptual framework for teacher education at EMU and is organized so that teacher candidates can quickly identify the important procedures and policies, which govern EMU's Teacher Education Program.
The teacher education program is located on the second floor of the Campus Center. The telephone number is (540) 432-4142.
The education laboratory classrooms (CC Rooms 201 and 203) are located on the south end of second floor, adjacent to the teacher education offices and are equipped with a SMART Board SympodiumTM. The Computer Lab (CC 234) is also located on the second floor with a SMART Board SympodiumTM, scanner, and printer. These rooms are available for education students to work on projects. Additional space is available in the Curriculum Materials Center in the lower level of Hartzler Library.
Students are welcome to stop by the teacher education office for clarification of any information, especially in the area of licensure requirements.