Nov 9, 2024StrategicPlan
BoardFresno Pacific University Itep: Liberal Studies Pathway
This document outlines the Integrated Teacher Education Pathway (ITEP) at Fresno Pacific University, presenting it as a strategic initiative to accelerate teacher preparation. The pathway's core objectives include enabling students to achieve both a bachelor's degree and a multiple subject teaching credential in four years by integrating credential courses early in the curriculum. Key strategies involve providing robust faculty support, offering practical classroom experiences in local schools, and leveraging the university's strong reputation for teacher education. The intended outcome is to graduate confident and well-prepared educators who are highly respected and readily employed within the local community.