Education

1988 University of South Florida, B.S.
1993 University of South Florida, M.A.
2007 University of South Florida, Ph.D.

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Courses Taught

Undergraduate Courses:
Teaching Practicum I TESOL
Teaching English Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL I
Practicum I
Emergent Literacy
Teaching Literature and Language Arts in the Elementary School
Teaching Reading in the Elementary School
Teaching English Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL II
Research Foundations & Language Cognition
Practicum (with Seminar) I
Diversity and Ethics in Education
ESOL Practicum (with Seminar) II
Professional Development Clinical
Reading Practicum
Final Practicum
Special Topics in Education

Graduate Courses:
Multicultural Children’s and Adolescent Literature as Comprehension Tools

Career Specialties

In the academic realm, their areas of interest encompass literacy in education, the integration of Artificial Intelligence in elementary education instruction and the well-being of teachers and students.

Professional and Community Activities

They are a dedicated educator, with a research focus on collegiality, the incorporation of quality children's literature into instruction, teacher and student well-being and the utilization of Artificial Intelligence in the elementary classroom.

In addition to their academic work, they have actively engaged with the community by volunteering at local schools and leading workshops on effective instruction. Their passion for teaching drives them to make a positive impact through their research and community involvement.

Honors and Awards

Community Service Award, Berkeley Preparatory School