Current Assignment in the College of Education and Human Sciences:
Associate Professor & Graduate Chair
Director of the Kit & Dick Schmoker Reading Center
Advisor for the PreK-12th Grade Reading Specialist Endorsement
Current Courses:
TEAC 989 The Psychology of Literacy
TEAC 991 Challenges & Opportunities: Teaching and Learning
TEAC 921B Motivation and Engagement in the Literacy Classroom
TEAC 836A Professional Development for Literacy Coaches
TEAC 886/886B Assessment, Evaluation, and Instruction of At-Risk Readers
TEAC 817 Emerging Reading and Language
TEAC 311 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School Classroom
TEAC 313 Teaching Language Arts in the Elementary School Classroom
Philosophy Statement: Being proficient in academic reading and writing is the basis for success for all students in each content area. To support students in reaching this important goal, teachers need a clear understanding of current reading theory and a working knowledge of best practices in literacy instruction and assessment. This knowledge will enable teachers to design and implement balanced literacy programs that meet the needs of all students in their classrooms.
