Department of Educator Preparation News

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Reducing Racial Disproportionality in Special Education

Researchers in the College of Education & Human Development examine the use of early intervention funds to support academic and behavioral services

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College of Education and Human Development launches new Indigenous Education course

Course is aimed at deepening understanding and promoting inclusivity within the educational landscape

People standing in line to vote.
What voice do I have outside of voting?

Professor Ian McGregor discusses the importance of civic engagement

Nicole Steilman with her family under a tree with golden leaves.
Grads of the Pack: Nicole Steilman

Celebrating 25 years of teaching and giving back to the University

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Innovative study reveals literacy strategies for teaching children who are deafblind

Study uses Constant Time Delay in teaching sight words to students with dual sensory impairments

Carolyn Silva
Carolyn S. F. Silva selected for American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education Fellowship

National fellowship supports Latina/o/x faculty

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What does the U.S. Department of Education actually do?

Professor Shanon Taylor discusses the role of the U.S. Department of Education

Li Ke.
NSF CAREER Award recipient Li Ke incorporates data science into middle school science curricula

Li Ke is the first in education to receive this prestigious award in Northern Nevada

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Celebrating Lemelson STEM Masters of Science in Elementary Education graduates

College of Education and Human Development prepares elementary educators in STEM disciplines

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College of Education & Human Development awarded OpenSciEd Research Community Seed Funding

Grant aims to develop teacher leaders to support and sustain equitable science teaching and learning

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Grads of the Pack: Sabrina Ma

“I am passionate about inspiring others and finding a path to help make a difference”

Jada DeLeon wearing her graduation stole in front of a classic Wolf Pack mascot graphic
Grads of the Pack: Jada DeLeon

“I strongly believe that every child has the fundamental right to thrive in inclusive environments”

NCED team with Dean Easton-Brooks accepting their award.
College of Education and Human Development hosts awards ceremony

This year, 24 awards were given to outstanding students, faculty and staff in the College during the Spring Celebration

Faculty and students at a welcome reception.
College of Education and Human Development prepares secondary school educators to teach collegiate courses

College expands to offer a new online Master of Education with an emphasis in Continuing Educator Improvement program

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Researchers develop innovative method of teaching self-help skills to preschoolers who are deafblind

Study demonstrate the effectiveness of System of Least Prompts (SLP) as part of an intervention

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First-Generation College Students’ Professional Pathways panel discussion

The College of Education & Human Development hosted the panel event and mixer on March 14

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ChatGPT is enrolled as a student in a College of Education & Human Development course

Professors use gamification in the classrooms to increase future educators' understanding of the impact of artificial intelligence on instruction

MaryAnn Demchak and Brianna Grumstrup wearing Ph.D. hooding regalia.
Researchers unveil innovative remote nutrition education for adolescents with intellectual disability

Using System of Least Prompts delivered remotely teaches nutrition education to students with intellectual disability

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College of Education & Human Development online graduate programs are ranked among nation's best

College climbs 21 spots in the U.S. News & World Report ranking

Ruby Batz, Ph.D. (top left),  Yajaira Benitez (top right), Valeria Savage (bottom left), Chloe Yocom (bottom right)
$287,700 in grants support early intervention research

Studies address racial disparities and structural inequalities in early intervention for children with disabilities

Sam Stynen
Grads of the Pack: Sam Stynen, NevadaTeach Biology

“I love science, and what better way to share that love with others than through teaching.”

Andrew Teeple
Grads of the Pack: Andrew Teeple, future English teacher

“I want to become a teacher because I have always felt that helping other people become the best versions of themselves is one of the most rewarding feelings in the world.”

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College of Education & Human Development forges an educational partnership with Korean University

Collaboration aims to facilitate teacher preparation exchange program

Paola Perez
Faces of the Pack: Alumna Paola Perez

Accomplished educator and administrator continues to serve the community

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$1.1 Million grant supports masters of special education scholars

Scholars will specialize in applied behavior analysts (ABAs) in special education school settings through Project BASE.

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What do we know about cheating in higher education?

Professor Ives discusses what we know about cheating and ways to reduce it

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College of Education and Human Development hosts Mathematics Education Conference

Professor of Elementary Mathematics Education, Teruni Lamberg, Ph.D., chairs conference

MaryAnn with NDSIP participant
$617,000 Grant supports children with dual sensory impairments

The Nevada Dual Sensory Impairment Project provides coaching, training and consultation to build the skills of families and service providers

Chevonne Sutter, Ph.D., BCBA-D, and MaryAnn Demchak, Ph.D., BCBA-D, standing outside by trees
Groundbreaking study reveals communication strategies for teaching children who are deafblind

Using tangible symbols may increase communication skills in children with complex support needs

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Researchers reveal early behavioral indicators of dysgraphia and dyslexia in children’s writing

Analyzing children’s writing may provide earlier diagnosis and targeted support

Bob Ives standing near a river
What happened to the quality of teaching during the pandemic?

Professor Robert Ives discusses findings from various research studies

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$1 Million grant powers collaboration between STEM educators and students

The STEM and Educator Student Partnership supports educators and provides mentorship for undergraduate students

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What does it take to do well in math class?

Professor Lamberg provides math learning strategies to help students excel in math

Jodee Prudente holding two awards with her mentor and professor MaryAnn Demchak, Ph.D.
Faces of the Pack: Jodee Prudente

Dedicated special education researcher continues to serve the community

(From left to right) Robert Quinn; Meghan Trowbridge; Megan Beckham; Jessie Ross; Mandi Collins, Glenn Waddell, Jr.; Melanie Duckworth; Colly Fisher and Nick Nemsgern
NevadaTeach incorporates culturally relevant teaching practices throughout program

Master teachers present at UTeach Institute professional development event

Dennis Garcia
Faces of the Pack: Dennis Garcia

NevadaTeach student turns obstacles into opportunities

Raggio Building with Best Grad School U.S. News and World Report Education 2023-24
College of Education and Human Development’s graduate programs are among the nation’s best

College receives high ratings in the U.S. News and World Report

Kirsten Schneider at Disneyland
Faces of the Pack: Kirsten Schneider

Senior spotlight from the College of Education and Human Development

Joe Garton, Caroline Hatcher, Alisha Shaw, Vivian Bolanos and Jill Smith in front of the College of Education and Human Development Building
New faces, same passion for helping student teachers

Clinical Experience team rebuilds in-person practical experiences after COVID-19 pandemic classroom restrictions

Shanon S. Taylor, Lindsay Diamond and Randall Owen in front of the N sign near the Knowledge Center.
Special Education and Disability Studies program receives $1.25 million leadership grant

The Project SELF grant prepares scholars to become future leaders in special education and disability studies