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Welcome to E-Bridges! This issue features research topics and features that all readers with an interest in education should find useful. You will also find news about recent College of Education happenings as well as information on upcoming activities and professional development opportunities. Please let us know how you like your E-Bridges! Suggestions and comments may be sent to Suzanne Wayne at suzwayne@psu.edu. |
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Pennsylvania Teacher Certification Reform David Monk and the deans of education at two other state-funded universities co-authored a letter to state legislators underscoring the importance of principles that are driving the reform. $1.8 Million Grant to Improve Writing Skills in Students with Behavior Disorders Linda Mason and Rick Kubina are heading up the study in collaboration with several high schools throughout Pennsylvania. Benefits of More Homework Vary Across Nations, Grades Gerald LeTendre co-authored a study showing that the benefits of heavier homework loads aimed to boost student test scores may vary widely. Dean Monk Authors Article on Education Policy in Rural Areas Monk focuses on the challenges involved in recruiting and retaining qualified educators in rural schools. New Graduate Rankings Released by U.S. News & World Report Six of our graduate programs are ranked in the top 10, including a first-place, a second-place, and a third-place spot. New Research Center for Leadership in American Indian Education The new center is expected to serve as a clearinghouse on American Indian/Alaska Native education research, policy, and practice. College Receives Two Alumni Gifts Totaling $300,000 The L. Jean Spagnolo Scholarship and the Joan and David Cotterill Dean's Excellence Fund will support scholarships and program initiatives.
Linda Sue Warner '78 Named President of Haskell Indian Nations University Linda is a shining example of Penn State’s American Indian Leadership Program and its mission.. |
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| Courses and Seminars for Alumni and Friends Various Penn State campuses are offering a multitude of seminars and courses, many approved for Act 48 credit. Choose from Saturday seminars, online seminars and courses, and on-campus summer and evening courses.
Online Seminars Available Through EdLion The final seminar
for the 2006–07 academic year is scheduled for April 18 (see below).
Watch for future offering on the EdLion
online service. Take advantage of these opportunities to interact
with the presenters and learn about timely issues in the interest of education,
safety, and society. New
ideas for future sessions are welcome.
Internet Safety
Teacher
Activities Through CSATS provides support to experienced teachers for programs that are science-related and science-driven. For example, the Center can assist teachers in registering for Act 48 credit, finding a summer course, or shaping master's degree studies. Half-Year Sabbaticals for Science Teachers (PDF) Saturday Science Workshops (PDF)
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Enhance your career opportunities with an online master's degree or certificate: Master's Degree Programs M.Ed.
in Instructional Systems M.Ed.
in Curriculum & Instruction M.Ed.
in Curriculum & Instruction Certificate Programs Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate Autism Professional Development Certificate Graduate Certificate in Children's Literature Distance Education Certificate Certificate in Educational Technology Integration Certificate in Family Literacy |
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