Project EXEL is an experimental program in the preparation of elementary school teachers from their freshman year through a 4-year sequence of professional education experiences. The program provides opportunities for students to integrate theory and practice and personal potentials into authentic teaching styles. In the first 2 years, emphasis is placed on developing skills in relations with children; at first in conjunction with Muncie elementary school, then later in contrasting socioeconomic settings. Junior year is concerned with methods, with the option of spend one quarter of that year in England. The senior year of the program is given over to schools with innovative programs, team teaching, open classrooms, and special programs for particular neighborhoods. (Supplementary material appended to this paper includes schedules of courses in EXEL, EXEL progress, and annual reports.) (JA)