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Department of Curriculum and Instruction (C&I)
Program Overview

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) prepares candidates to become teachers at the early childhood, elementary, and secondary levels.  Additionally, C&I has specialized preparation programs in reading and special education.  Click Become a Teacher for explicit steps to certification.

Mission
C&I prepares teacher leaders for urban and diverse school-communities and other educational settings.

Conceptual Framework
The conceptual framework for the teacher education programs emphasizes the preparation of reflective practitioners who are change agents, competent researchers, and educational leaders.