Education degree program will give you the knowledge and hands-on skills to become an effective elementary, middle, or high school educator. You can play an important role in shaping the future of learners and building an inclusive classroom that facilitates life-long learning. This curriculum will prepare you to plan, construct, and deliver compelling lessons; create inclusive and supportive learning environments; and integrate new and emerging technologies for classroom use. You’ll enjoy small class sizes, taught by professors who are committed to helping their students grow into articulate, compassionate, and impactful educators. Getting to teach in real classrooms is part of the curriculum at Elmira. You will take part in three practicum experiences that take place in your sophomore and junior years. By senior year, all students must participate in Student Teaching, which provides a full-time teaching opportunity for one term.