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Division of Teacher Education


The Division of Teacher Education (DTE)

Welcome! The Division of Teacher Education (DTE) is based upon democratic ideals, educational equity, cultural sensitivity, caring and committed professionalism, and an intellectually vital community. We are committed to facilitating the learning and development of our candidates who, in turn, can successfully affect the learning and development of P-12 students in schools. We offer teaching authorization in Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Level and High School. Below you will find brief descriptions of teacher preparation programs offered by the DTE.

Accredited by NCATE & Oregon's TSPC since 1954, we are one of only eight nationally accredited teacher preparation programs in Oregon.

Undergraduate & Post-Baccalaureate

Initial Teaching License

Similarly structured while accommodating different populations, the undergraduate program leads to a bachelor's degree, while the post-bac program is for those who already hold a bachelor's degree and want to earn their first teaching license. The 38-41 credit hour program is in a full-time format, which takes three terms to complete.

About The Program

Admission

Courses

Advising

Cost

Faculty and Staff

Master of Arts in Teaching

Initial Teaching License

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at WOU is designed to provide second career and non-traditional students an opportunity to earn initial teacher licensure, authorization to teach high school (middle school is optional), and a graduate degree. The MAT is 53 - 54 credit hours which are available as a full-time on-campus program or a part-time online program.

About the Program

Admission

Courses

Cost

Faculty and Staff

Online Program

Master of Science in Education

A 45 credit hour master's degree, the MSEd may be completed on either a full-time or part-time basis. It meets Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission requirements for the Initial II License. There are also options to add additional endorsements and authorization levels to your existing teaching license.

About the Program

Admission

Courses

Cost

Faculty and Staff

Master of Science in Education

Information Technology

An MSEd degree in Information Technology opens doors to teachers, trainers, and informal educators alike. Complete the program entirely online, or combine online and on-campus classes. Flexible schedules allow you to finish the degree in as few as five terms, or as many as five years.

About the Program

Admission

Courses

Cost

Faculty and Staff

Office of Field Services and Teacher Licensure

The Office of Field Services and Teacher Licensure oversees teacher candidate placements during practicum and student teaching experiences. Staff provide guidance on, and insure adherance to, the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices (TSPC) requirements.

Field Services, Teacher Licensure, Professional Development & Educator Resources

Endorsements & Authorizations

The Division of Teacher Education offers endorsements and specializations in many areas. Please visit the links to find courses and contact information about each unique opportunity to extend the value of your teaching license.

Reading Endorsement

ESOL & Bilingual/ESOL

Special Educator

 

 

Are you already, or working towards becoming, a Spanish & English bilingual speaker?

Learn about our Bilingual Teacher Initiative

 

Contact Dr. Carmen Caceda, Bilingual Initiative Coordinator, College of Education
bilingualteacher@wou.edu . 503-838-8409 . Education Building Room 109

 

Key contacts

Andrea Carano, Undergraduate Programs Adviser
caranoa@wou.edu. 503-838-8675. Education Building Room 114A

 

Bill Hamlin, Post-baccalaureate and Graduate Programs Adviser
hamlinw@wou.edu . 503-838-8704 . Education Building Room 114B

Contact

Division of Teacher Education 503-838-8471 | or e-mail: education@wou.edu

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