Early Childhood Education (P-5)
Bachelor of Science in Education
At a Glance
In our Curriculum and Instruction Department, those who can teach definitely do. Specifically, our faculty can prepare students for work in all levels of education, from early childhood through grade 12, in all sorts of disciplines, from art and music to math and science to English and Spanish and social studies. And with exciting hands-on training in the Developmental and Diagnostic Reading Lab, students leave UWG as teachers ready to do a lot of important things themselves.
Why should I choose UWG's Early Childhood Education (P-5) program?
- All programs are fully accredited by SACS and NCATE.
- Early Childhood Education prepares teachers from pre-kindergarten through grade 5.
Are there any special opportunities available?
- Education
What kind of facilities and equipment will be made available to me?
- Child Development Center - delivering quality pre-school education programs to children from the community, providing a valuable resource for the preparation of Early Childhood majors
- Developmental and Diagnostic Reading Clinic - providing diagnosis and correction of reading problems for children and adults in the local community, and providing a real-world experience for Early Childhood Education majors
- The Floyd External Degree Program - providing an Early Childhood Education bachelor’s degree at the Floyd College campus in Rome, GA
Does the faculty specialize in certain areas?
- Reflective teaching practices
- Literacy acquisition
- Best instructional practices
- Linking learning theory to curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Curriculum design and evaluation
- Instructional design and evaluation
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Character education
- Cultural diversity
