Curriculum & Instruction Department
The Teacher Education Programs at Alabama State University (ASU) prepare professional teachers to become decision makers:
- Who are committed to developing the abilities of all learners through best practices,
- Who are effective in integrating subject area content and appropriate teaching methods and assessment strategies,
- Who infuse technology in various teaching strategies, and
- Who understand and value diverse perspectives and experiences.
Our goal is to create the best teachers for the future. The primary objective of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction is to prepare teacher candidates who are interested in the development and education of children and youth in early childhood education, elementary education, special education and secondary education to become decision makers. In keeping with present day demands, a secondary objective of the department is to lay the foundation for successful study at the graduate level. Candidates desiring to become teachers in one of the above areas will enroll in the College of Education and select a program in early childhood education, elementary education, special education or secondary education, and will follow the general education program for the freshman and sophomore years as listed in the curriculum.
Contact Information
Dr. Parichart G. Thornton
Interim Chairperson
126 Ralph David Abernathy Hall
Telephone: 334-229-4256
email: pthornton@alasu.edu
Mrs. Yvonne Smith
Administrative Assistant
126 Ralph David Abernathy Hall
Telephone: 334-229-4256
email: ysmith@alasu.edu