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What is Education?

Education is the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits. Educational methods include storytelling, discussion, teaching, training, and directed research.

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The Department of Education programs are designed to prepare teachers for certification in Seventh-day Adventist church schools and in public school systems, as well as for graduate study in education and related fields.

The department’s conceptual framework is built on the theme- “Holistic Preparation of Teachers for Service in a Multicultural Society” and provides the framework for the teaching and assessment systems. The fifteen conceptual framework outcomes are clearly identified in every aspect of teaching and of the assessment system to help students gain knowledge, skills, and dispositions to become effective teachers.

The Teacher Education Program is a member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education and it is approved by the Alabama State Department of Education. The Teacher Education Program is also a member of the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists System of Schools.

MEET FACULTY

: Deril Wood, PhD

: Dana Wilchcombe, PhD

: Courtney Golden, EdD

: Shirley-Ann Thomas, PhD

MAJORS:

Elementary Education (B.S.)
English Language Arts Education (B.S.)
Mathematics Education (B.S.)
Religious Education (B.S.)
Social Science Education (B.S.)

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CAEP Accreditation Report

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SOME COURSES YOU MAY TAKE:

ED 130 : Orientation to Teaching

An introductory course that includes an overview of the American school system and the preparation and qualities essential for successful teaching in public and private schools. Students will engage in classroom observation and participation in public school classrooms. Prerequisite for admission to teacher education and EN 112.

2 HOURS

ED 254 : History Philosophy and Social Foundations of Education

A study of historical, philosophical, and sociological foundations of education. Special emphasis will be placed on ways of addressing the challenges posed by the cultural diversity in American schools. Prerequisites: EN 112 and ED 130.

4 HOURS

ED 300 : Classroom Organization and Management

Analysis and implementation of effective classroom organization in self-contained, nongraded and multigraded settings. Strategies for effective discipline, flexible grouping patterns, and healthy classroom climate are investigated. Prerequisites: ED 130 and 240 and admission to teacher education.

3 HOURS

SCHOOL NEWS

Oakwood University Board Outlines Executive Transition Process Following Dr. Pollard’s New Appointment

Explaining the Upcoming Executive Transitional Process The Oakwood University Board of Trustees shares the following statement with our community: On Monday, October 21, 2024, the Board first learned of Dr. Leslie N. Pollard’s acceptance of a new executive role within...

Oakwood University Board of Trustees Announces Dr. Leslie N. Pollard’s New Role and Plans for Leadership Transition

The Oakwood University Board of Trustees shares the following statement with our community: Dr. Leslie N. Pollard has accepted a new opportunity to join the North American Division (NAD) as Assistant to the President for Pastoral Continuing Education and Mission. In...

Ensuring Safety Together: Incident Update from Oakwood University Police Department

Dear Parents, Friends, Alumni, and Community Members, he Division of Student Life and Mission and the Oakwood University Police Department continues to supervise the ongoing safety of the Oakwood University campus. On the morning of Sabbath, October 5th,...

Supporting the Family and Friends of Emmanuel Johnson Bryan

It is with a heavy heart that we must share the following sad news with you. A former student of Oakwood University has passed away here in Huntsville. Our University Family is praying for the family and friends of Emanuel Johnson Bryan. During this difficult time,...