College of Education

Students who participate in a College of Education LC have a unique first-year experience, with increased opportunities to explore academic issues, make friends, participate in special out-of-class activities, and develop strong relationships with faculty and other education majors. Each community consists of about 25 students who enroll in three “linked” courses. You may also choose to live in the same residence hall with other members of your learning community, right across the street from the College of Education, if you wish.

Participation Requirements

The only requirement for you to be in a College of Education LC is that you be admitted to Ohio University as an incoming freshman and be admitted to the College of Education.

Because enrollment is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, interested students should submit applications as soon as possible. During Precollege in July and August, your Precollege academic adviser will review your LC assignment with you and assist you in building a complete and balanced schedule for your first quarter at Ohio University.

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Learning Community Options

For students interested in Middle Childhood Education, Special Education, Adolescent-Young Adult Education or Multi-Age Education Programs, you and the members of your LC will be pre-registered together in three required courses, for a total of 13 credits. One of these courses, Introduction to Teacher Education (EDTE 150), includes only the students in your Learning Community. This will provide you with unique opportunities to explore your academic discipline and assist you in adjusting to Ohio University. In this course, you will explore the purposes of schools in society and what it takes to be an effective teacher today.

For students interested in Early Childhood Education, you and your fellow community members will be pre-registered together in two courses for a total of 9 credit hours. One of these courses will include only those students, like you, who are seeking admission to the Early Childhood program.

LC course enrollment is for fall quarter only. With assistance from your academic adviser, you will select a different set of courses for winter and spring quarters.

Learning Communities
University College
Chubb Hall 140
Athens, OH 45701
T: 740.593.1936
F: 740.593.0206
learning.communities@ohio.edu