Welcome!

2026 Summer Dates: June 4th and 5th

The Early Learning Institute is hosted annually by the University of Tennessee Early Learning Center for Research and Practice. Each year, ELC program staff share the work they engage in with teachers, children, and families through a variety of formats designed to create an intimate, meaningful professional-development experience. Hands-on workshops, self-guided activities, classroom observations, and presentations provide rich opportunities for dialogue, reflection, and deeper understanding of teaching and learning in the early years. We look forward to welcoming educators who are eager to learn, connect, and grow alongside us!

Visit our ELI Google Site for more information!