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Welcome to E-Bridges! In this issue, you will see some programmatic changes that will make this a more helpful publication for you, our alumni. This month, we feature some research and teaching methods of both our faculty and alumni. We also include a link to our new Class Notes Web site, so you can connect with your old classmates. You will also find a list of professional development opportunities available through the College of Education. 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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Student Achievement Is Tied to the Visual Aids Used in Instruction The depth of an image's detail and the use of color are among the factors that affect learning, says Francis Dwyer, professor of instructional systems. Penn State Professor Using Facebook.com to Teach Class Associate professor Brian Smith announced his plan to use facebook.com in a class focusing on human interaction with technology. Alumna Brenda Hartman Wins American Star of Teaching Award This prestigious award recognizes classroom teachers for superior use of innovative teaching strategies and for raising student academic achievement. Penn State Hosts First Annual Future Educators of Pennsylvania Conference Fifty high school students from seven Pennsylvania schools gathered at Penn State to listen to distinguished educators and meet other future educators. Penn State Diary: Teaching Became Sparks' First Love Edwin Erle Sparks' grass-roots lifestyle and earnest passion for education led to his tenure as Penn State president nearly a century ago. Summer
Science at Penn State Great Valley |
Learn about what your Penn State classmates are up to, and let them know what you are doing now.
Eozzo is supporting the activities of various College alumni groups. Your Alumni Library provides lifelong learning opportunities.
You can see this year's address on video.
Amy learned the concept while a student in Penn State's Professional Development School. |
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Free Seminar Teaching Science to Blind and Visually Impaired Students Saturday,
Oct. 28, 2006 Chemistry
Research Building, Room 102
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 from your alma mater: M.Ed.
in Instructional Systems M.Ed.
in Curriculum & Instruction M.Ed.
in Curriculum & Instruction Certificate in Family Literacy Certificate in Educational Technology Integration Distance Education Certificate Autism Professional Development Certificate |
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E-Bridges is published by the Penn State College of Education.
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