Success to Significance The ECU College of Education has boasted a history of success for more than a century. That success spans a variety of fields across an impressive number of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degree programs. From an award-winning faculty and nationally and internationally recognized programs to our leadership in innovation in the UNC System, we have built a culture of success that positions us as a leader in education. Yet, we are not content with success, for we believe that the significance of our work transcends our success. The ECU College of Education provides access to a high-quality research and learning experience that prepares individuals to TEACH, LEAD and INSPIRE. We position our graduates to positively transform the environments in which they live and work. Our faculty and alumni transform education, practice, organizations, communities and even the world. In short, we are committed to the idea that our work is significant because we not only OPEN DOORS, we TRANSFORM LIVES. B. Grant Hayes, Ph.D. Dean and Distinguished Professor College of Education
Transforming education Did you know? Through innovative and historic partnerships with 43 school districts through the Latham Clinical Schools network and 20 community colleges through Partnership Teach, ECU’s College of Education is a statewide leader in educator preparation, professional development and community engagement.
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Economic significance Situated in a rural area of high need, the ECU College of Education has contributed significantly to the economic well-being of the region through professional development, service, partnerships, field placements and internships, research and opportunity scholarships.
It’s important to feel supported in this work, whether you find that support in the classroom down the hall or from our College of Education faculty. At ECU,
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Transforming practice
we believe that when we work together, we can solve the problems that face education today.
Christina Tschida Elementary Education Faculty Member, Past President of Co-Teaching Topical Action Group (TAG) of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Did you know? As a national leader in co-teaching, the ECU College of Education provides teacher candidates with the opportunity to build capacity in teaching through co-planning, co-instruction and reflecting deeply about their practice with a mentor teacher.
The research skills I developed, the integration of theory and practice, and the degree itself
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Transforming organizations
were instrumental to my professional success and to the success of my organization.
Ken Hubbell Senior Vice President, Senior Manager, Instructional Design Strategy and Innovation Wells Fargo
Did you know? The ECU College of Education provides opportunities and skills for educators in a variety of contexts from the classroom to the board room, spanning 37 degree and certificate programs.
Transforming communities
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What you’ve got here is nothing short of a miracle. Offering wrap-around services allows our teachers to focus on educating students while ensuring that children’s needs are being met. We need to work out how to duplicate the basic
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framework of the Community School and apply it to schools in rural counties across the state.
Phil Byers UNC Board of Governors Member
Did you know? The ECU Community School engages children in learning experiences that support their curiosity, creativity, inquiry and intellectual growth while also respecting their strengths and meeting their needs by supporting the integration of health, wellness and learning.
Transforming careers
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My colleagues and supervisors tell me that obtaining a master’s degree from ECU has lent credibility to the methods and concepts I use in
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my teaching at the United States Army Aviation Center of Excellence at Fort Rucker, Alabama.
Laird Culver UH-60 Aircraft Systems Academics Chief U.S. Army Did you know? For those working in leadership, business, government or the military who develop an interest in education and training, ECU’s College of Education graduate programs offer opportunities to develop expertise and earn professional credentials that lead to exciting new career opportunities.
Students who participate in global education programs develop a deeper understanding of how to build respect and rapport with individuals, thereby enhancing their ability
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Transforming the world
to discuss global issues and build a culturally diverse classroom.
Debbie Metcalf Special Education Faculty Member Northern Ireland Study Abroad Leader
Did you know? From global virtual exchange courses and faculty-led study abroad programs to semester abroad options and international practicums, the ECU College of Education offers a variety of opportunities for students to engage with our network of global partners in education.
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