Teaching Credentials, Multicultural Education, and More

The Department of Educational Studies serves students who wish to pursue their teaching credential or an advanced degree in curriculum and instruction. In addition, the department houses an English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement program.

The curriculum for the teaching credential brings together courses offered in the academic areas of educational foundations (which usually includes content in educational history, sociology, and policy); teaching and learning; tests and measurements; multicultural education; and educational psychology (including developmental psychology). These interdisciplinary courses are field-based, with students spending time in classroom, school, and community settings.

Courses offered by the department are linked with the state of Wyoming's Professional Education Standards. Faculty members also engage students on issues of health/wellness, leadership, literacy, multiculturalism/diversity, special education, and technology. Alternative forms of authentic assessment are a key aspect of departmental courses.

For individuals seeking an advanced degree, Education Studies collaborates with Elementary/Early Childhood Education and Secondary Education to offer an M.A. in education (including a program with a teaching and learning emphasis) as well as both an M.A. and a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction.

For assistance or to learn more, e-mail Allen Trent (atrent@uwyo.edu), or contact:
Department of Educational Studies
211 McWhinnie Hall
(307) 766-3130

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