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Save the date! Western’s 20th Annual Teacher Institute is June 3rd-15th, 2023

Teacher Institute

Professional Development for Educators.

Celebrating 20 years!

Save the date! Western’s 20th annual Teacher Institute will take place in Gunnison, CO on Western’s campus June 3rd-June 15th, 2023.  Email teacherinstitute@western.edu to be added to the mailing list for course and registration updates.

The Teacher Institute offers graduate level credits specifically for the continuing education of K-12 teachers. The Institute provides opportunities for educators to enhance content knowledge, share pedagogy and network with other teachers

Since 2004, The Teacher Institute has offered courses covering a variety of topics including math, science, art, CLD/ELL, foreign language, outdoor education, educational technology, literacy and more in beautiful Gunnison, Colorado at Western Colorado University.  Opportunities include hands-on, individualized activities, instructional enhancements and outdoor classrooms.

Enhance your Teaching Skills and Methods

At the Teacher Institute you’ll be challenged and engaged while growing and advancing as an educator.

Thanks to the Ann Zugelder Endowment fund, credits through the Teacher Institute are offered at a highly discounted rate.  This discount helps to make credits affordable for educators.  All educators who register for courses have an opportunity to receive up to a 40% discount for courses!

Summer 2024 Course Offerings

Interested in learning more about next year’s 20th annual Teacher Institute – sign up for updates by emailing teacherinstitute@western.edu.

Course catalog and registration available March 2024

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Housing and Experience

Western Colorado University’s Teacher Institute offers courses from a multitude of subject areas so you can hone your teaching skills in your area(s) of specialization.

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Fall 2023 Early Childhood Education Courses

Western is excited to offer fall courses in Early Childhood Education. These courses are designed to equip educators, caregivers, and anyone interested in working with young children with the necessary knowledge and skills to make a positive impact on their development and well-being.

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Teacher Institute June 2023 Courses

The Western Teacher Institute prides itself in providing engaging, collaborative activities for our attendees – both inside class and out.

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Department Information

Teacher Institute

Director

Jennifer Whitacre, M.S.

Lecturer, Clinical Coach, Director of Summer Teacher Institute

Contact Information

970.943.2120

jawhitacre@western.edu

Campus Location

Crawford Hall 101, 1 Western Way, Gunnison, CO 81231

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