Inside MTSU’s Award Winning Teacher Education Program
What does it take to prepare the next generation of great teachers?
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Katie Schrodt from Middle Tennessee State University's College of Education to talk about how MTSU prepares future educators, why literacy is at the heart of student success, and what it means to truly make a difference in the classroom.
We also discuss MTSU's recent A+ rating from the National Council on Teacher Quality, the impact teachers have beyond the classroom, family literacy programs, and why investing in educators is really an investment in the entire community.
Topics include:
- What it's like teaching future teachers at MTSU
- Why literacy education is so important
- MTSU earning an A+ rating for teacher preparation
- Tennessee literacy laws and teacher training
- Family Literacy Nights with Read to Succeed
- The lasting impact teachers have on students and families
- Advice and encouragement for current and future educators
Whether you're a teacher, parent, student, or simply appreciate the people who shape future generations, this conversation offers an inspiring look at the profession and the people behind it.
