• Develop the art of instruction by creating dynamic lessons and teaching them to actual students
• Teach side by side with professional educators in elementary, middle, secondary, and special needs classrooms
• Assemble a comprehensive reflective portfolio in preparation for state teacher licensing requirements 

This new program is a lab only program for high school seniors.  Academic classes will be taken at the associate schools while lab seminars will be held on the Athens campus of Ohio University.  Field experiences in a variety of classroom settings will be a major part of the lab.

A high percentage of current teachers approaching retirement age has created a tremendous demand for teachers throughout the nation.  It is estimated that more than 2.5 million new teachers nationwide will be needed in the current decade and 57,000 new teachers will be needed just for Ohio.

• Orientation to the teaching profession
• Understanding of the learning process
• Knowledge of the subject matter
• Teaching strategies (K-12)
• Effective learning environment
• Assessing teaching and learning
• School and society relationships
• Technology skills
• Creation of a professional portfolio

• Communication and human relation skills
• Computer skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Enrolled in college prep courses
• Strong interest in becoming a teacher
• Passed all OGT tests

• Bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree