The Department of Education at LCU is recognized for preparing educators who are ready for the classroom. Even though theory is at the core, the majority of time is spent in very practical applications of current best practices in the classroom. The programs in education have a strong field-based component, allowing preservice educators a variety of opportunities to work with children in the early childhood, middle school, and/or high school settings. The overall design of the program stems from careful review, state and national standards, and best practices defined in current research and application.

Other special features of the program include:

• Professional Development School (PDS) partnerships with the Lubbock Independent School District to improve the education of students and the professional development of faculty
• The incorporation of Core Knowledge Curriculum in early childhood and middle school programs to provide a content component
• Student organizations such as Kappa Delta Pi National Honor Society (KDP) and the Student Education Association (SEA) to provide for professional growth and the development of team spirit
• A media center including a curriculum lab and curriculum library to assist students in the preparation of teaching materials
• A variety of certification programs to meet specific needs

Specific information about these and other components of the department’s programs can be found in the University catalog.