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TPTE prepares students for meaningful careers and further study in education-related fields. The Department offers a Bachelor of Science Major in areas that include Audiology and Speech Pathology, Deaf Studies, Elementary Education (grades K-5), Interdisciplinary Early Childhood (birth – grade 3), Secondary Education (grades 6-12), and Special Education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Experiential learning is a cornerstone of coursework in TPTE and ranges from in-action learning in classrooms and community organization spaces to active learning through analysis, reflections, and discussions related to cases, data, and scenarios drawing on situations from a range of educational settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This program has thoroughly prepared me to start my career in education. I have been mentored, cared for, and challenged by all of my teachers and professors. They make sure you receive the best hands-on learning experiences, guide you through the coursework, and support you in each step towards graduation and receiving licensure. I am proud to be a part of the Elementary Education Program here at UTK!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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