There are two opportunities available for students who are seeking initial certification from the state of Georgia to teach children from prekindergarten to grade 5: the undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Education (BSEd) and the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in early childhood education. Both early childhood education initial preparation programs emphasize the importance [...]

TEACH TO LEARN TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM Graduate students in middle school education have the opportunity to apply to be teacher residents in a new program announced by the Clarke County School district-University of Georgia Professional School District Partnership. Twelve graduate assistantships will be offered to candidates who are qualified and will commit to the two-year [...]

The Social Studies Program mission is to advance knowledgeable, reflective, and active democratic citizenship for the state of Georgia, the nation, and the world through exemplary and rigorous social studies teacher preparation, scholarship, and service. Our work is framed by commitments to social justice, equity, and democratic principles in education and the world beyond schools. [...]