Save the Dates: Western’s Summer Teacher Institute will be back on campus June 2-14, 2025!
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Choose “Teacher Institute/Early Childhood Education” and the program of study.
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Professional Development for Educators.
The Western Teacher Institute provides professionally focused courses for Pre-K–12 educators, offering graduate-level credits for continuing education. Our program includes in-person and online courses throughout the school year, as well as an annual on-campus Summer Teacher Institute in June.
The Teacher Institute is designed to help educators enhance their content knowledge, explore new teaching strategies, and connect with fellow teachers. Courses cover a wide range of topics, including math, science, art, CLD/ELL, foreign language, outdoor education, educational technology, and literacy. Many classes incorporate hands-on activities, instructional innovations, and outdoor learning experiences—all set in the inspiring surroundings of Gunnison, Colorado, at Western Colorado University.
Thanks to the Ann Zugelder Endowment, credits through the Teacher Institute are available at a highly discounted rate for early bird registrants. Educators can receive up to a 40% discount on course credits, making professional development more affordable.
For more information about courses and registration, email teacherinstitute@western.edu.
Additional Resources
Department Information
Teacher Institute
Director
Jennifer Whitacre, M.S.Lecturer, Clinical Coach, Director of Summer Teacher Institute
Innovative Programs Administrator
Scott Krieger, M.A.Innovative Programs Administrator
Campus Location
Crawford Hall 101, 1 Western Way, Gunnison, CO 81231
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