College facilities include the 12,000-unit Children's Literature Examination Center, 18,000-unit Curriculum Library, state-of-the-art Interactive Multimedia Lab and WIU Infant/Preschool Center licensed daycare and lab training site<br>Faculty members hold advanced degrees from notable universities across the United States and are all experienced public school teachers<br>Programs are approved by the Illinois State Board of Education<br>Programs are Accredited through the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and Nationally Recognized by the specialized professional association<br>Students apply the knowledge gained in the classroom as they complete a variety of field experiences and student teaching