Education Department
The University of Wisconsin-Superior was founded as a teacher education college in 1893. That strong heritage of innovation and quality continues to guide our education programs today. Whether you’re interested in teaching at the birth to Pre-K level, elementary, high school or a specialty area, we have programs to help you become an educator who makes a lasting difference in students’ lives.
Teaching is one of the world’s most important and impactful professions. It is also one of the most challenging and rapidly changing. Our instructors teach the latest in instructional methods while providing techniques to support social-emotional development in diverse and inclusive classrooms.
While our programs are designed to align with Wisconsin state licensure requirements, many students apply for licenses in other states, such as Michigan and Minnesota. Students are encouraged to check with their state’s educator licensing agency to determine if there are additional requirements.
The ECED Program at UW-Superior has provided me with a well-rounded understanding of the development, learning, and exceptionalities of young children. Through my courses, I was able to observe, apply, and reflect on my knowledge of young children’s development with great support from my professors. I’m confident that the experiences and knowledge I have gained will serve me in my future classroom and beyond.
My experience in the Spanish Education program provided me with high-quality language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Not only could I complete advanced-level tasks in these areas, but I also learned how to teach these skills to students at all levels and find appropriate ways to engage students of all abilities.
My experience in the English Education program at UWS has been filled with genuine learning experiences, applicable content, and significant support from program staff. I have been able to build both my ELA content area knowledge and skills as well as my ability to transfer that material onto others. I am grateful for the knowledge, experience, and support I have received from this program.
Completing my BFLA through Distance Learning has been such a wonderful experience. I have the flexibility of taking classes while working full time and taking care of my family. The staff and faculty have been extremely helpful and understanding throughout my academic journey and are willing to expertly find answers to any questions I may have.
One of the most important things I’ve ever learned was from one of my instructors at UWS. He taught me not to ever sacrifice my professional ethics to fit in. My personal motto, which stemmed from that, is to always put students first.
It’s been wonderful. It is self-paced, so I was able to finish it faster than I initially thought. I love school, so I enjoyed being full time and working full time. The instructors have been wonderful and it’s a very comprehensive program.