Upper Iowa University

Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University (UIU) is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs and leadership development opportunities to approximately 6,000 students–nationally and internationally–at various campuses and learning centers worldwide. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including learning centers, online and independent study

Teacher Education - BA

Upper Iowa University's Bachelor of Arts in Teacher Education is committed to preparing teachers who are well-informed, reflective, professional, competent and sensitive to the diverse needs of their future pupils. Each teacher education student is provided current, practical, applied knowledge and a variety of classroom experiences. The teacher education program is dedicated to the development of teachers with personal education philosophies and systems of beliefs that encourage a lifelong commitment to inquiry and excellence.

Current trends in teacher preparation include performance-based assessment and practical teaching experience. The education curriculum at Upper Iowa University has been designed to meet the changing educational demands of curriculum including literacy development, integrated instruction, higher order thinking skills and practical skills (flexible management, computer technology and early teaching experiences). Practicum is provided in the Foundations of Education course so students can serve as observers and participants in the regular classroom to help determine if they wish to continue in teacher education. Each student then follows a sequenced series of courses to acquire the theoretical background, instructional techniques, management strategies and practical skills needed to be a competent educator.