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Why pursue an education degree and Ohio licensure at Kent State? We prepare pre-service teachers to nurture students for the 21st century, focusing not only on teaching the needed skills, but also on developing a keen awareness of how to do so in a global community.

In addition, graduate programs in literacy, educational technology and curriculum studies support in-service educators as they pursue leadership positions within the wider educational community through master’s and doctoral degrees. TLC faculty are passionate about fostering “next generation” educators who are kind, knowledgeable, and committed to their students and their well-being.

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TLC PROGRAMS

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    Master of Arts in Teaching: Secondary Education

    The MAT: Secondary Education is a graduate-level program that prepares teacher candidates for initial licensure in Ohio and many other states. The program accepts candidates interested in teaching Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies in grades 7-12; it also prepares multi-age teachers (pre-K through 12) in Art, Dance, Foreign Language, Health and Physical Education.

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    Alternative Licensure Professional Development Institute - ALPDI

    The Alternative Licensure Professional Development Institute at Kent State serves new teachers who completed the Ohio Department of Education requirements for an Alternative Resident Educator License. These teachers have four years to complete 15-18 credit hours, depending on their area of licensure, from a state-approved professional development institute. The ALPDI program is designed to be completed in 3 semesters or one calendar year, and is 100% online.

  • CTTE faculty with child advocacy artist George E. Miller II
    Career-Technical Teacher Education

    Teaching high school career-technical programs
    CTTE is one of a small number of teacher education programs in Ohio designed to prepare teachers as educators primarily in Ohio Schools in Career-Technical Programs. The program offers Associate of Science and Master's degrees, the Career-Technical Alternative Resident Educator License, and the Career-Based Intervention Endorsement Program.
    Contact the CTTE Program Coordinator

     

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    Physical Education & Sport Performance

    Teaching grades preK-12
    The Physical Education & Sport Performance program is among the best in the United States in preparing teachers who exemplify best practices in the PK-12 setting and professionals who promote high quality physical activity opportunities for individuals across the lifespan. The program offers 3 undergraduate degrees, 2 graduate degrees, 1 endorsement, and 2 minors, and places a strong emphasis on field experience, internships and professional development opportunities across all degree options.
    Contact the Physical Education & Sport Performance Program Coordinator

     

 

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Kent State Faculty Facilitate Student Learning With Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Simple Machines

Students at East Technical High School in Cleveland recently unveiled their problem-solving techniques, robotics capabilities, AI and engineering skills during a "Celebration of Learning" event that showcased their creative works.

Celebration of Learning project
CDC graduate assistant receives grant from Early Childhood Educators

Iyanuoluwa Olalowo, a graduate assistant at the Child Development Center on the Kent Campus, received a doctoral research grant for early childhood education.

Iyanuoluwa Olalowo
Turning Acid Mine Drainage Into Opportunity

A new three-year, $833,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) grant is fueling research at Kent State University that explores the environmental risks and resource potential of acid mine drainage (AMD) in Appalachian Ohio. The project involves science education initiatives, engaging Kent State s

Principle Investigators Bridget Mulvey (left) and David Singer (right) in McGilvrey Hall
How One Kent State Student Turned Pain Into Pride

When Kent State University senior Julia Michalak was in elementary school and middle school in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the idea of going to gym class made her sick to her stomach. Now in her final year at Kent State, Michalak will soon earn her bachelor’s degree in physical education and sport performance, with a goal to help other kids like her overcome their insecurities and learn to enjoy physical education.

Kent State elementary education student Julia Michalak on a playground
Local Elementary Schoolchildren Launch into STEM-based Aeronautics

“Soaring into the Sky” introduced local students to key concepts of aviation, aeronautics, and aerospace safety through engaging, standards-based hands-on learning inspired by NASA research.

Ledgeview Elementary School second graders
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Matthew Kane speaking to his class before their final exam

Physical Activity, Wellness and Sport

The Physical Activity, Wellness and Sport (PWS) program offers a wide variety of activities and sports. These classes are open to all KSU students.

Contact Information

Dr. Scott Courtney
Director, School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies
404 White Hall
330-672-2580 (phone)
330-672-3246 (fax)
scourtn5@kent.edu

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