College of Education
No, you didn't miss some issues of Monday Report. The previous one, #115, was distributed on December 6. The ones scheduled for December 13 and 20 didn't appear. A bit late, Monday Report wishes its readers the best for the holidays and a Happy New Year!
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LESS IS MORE (A New Year's Greeting from the Dean)
On December 8, I had my first surgery ever--my gall bladder was removed after I had spent most of the previous day in the Emergency Room of the UM Hospital.
Fortunately, there have been no complications and I have made a faster-than-usual recovery. (In fact, as you read this, I am continuing this recovery in Cancun, Mexico, as I attend a professional meeting [really!] sponsored by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education [not at University expense!].)
On the surface, I am less for the experience: I no longer have a gall bladder and I lost a few pounds. However, according to my physicians, once I complete the six-week recovery period, I will be in far better health than before. In this sense, less is more.
In many respects, the analogy of my recent personal experience holds for our professional education programming as well. There may be parts of our programming that are not functioning well or that have become superfluous (and we may not even be aware of these!).
To rid ourselves of malfunctioning or superfluous parts of our programming may be a painful process that is disruptive to our routine and that requires a recovery period. But the general health of our programming may become better for having deleted some less important portions.
The beginning of a New Year would be a good time for an examination of what we could do without in our programming for the greater good of the whole.
Best wishes for 1994!
--Jerry Robbins
FACULTY NOTES
Matilda Sayegh participated in a guided tour led by Dr. Sonia Nader of the Infectious Diseases unit of the Stanford University Medical Center. The tour was part of an update on the latest regarding health problems and research related to communicable, neurological, metabolic, and degenerative diseases.
Miriam A. Winkler, cooperating teacher in Allen Park, donated her student teaching honorarium to the COE Development Fund. Thanks, Ms. Winkler!
The President of Mexico commissioned Christina Jose-Kampfner to conduct a study of women's prisons in Mexico. She presented her report on December 21.
Jerry Robbins' testimony before the National Education Commission on Time and Learning has been included in the ERIC Clearinghouse on Educational Management data base.
Wallace LaBenne's feature "T-Shirt Shots" has been expanded to include the Ypsilanti Press, the Saline Reporter, the Milan News, and the Mr. Magoo paper (Reporter papers). The item features aphorisms for the day.
Dale Rice and Nora Martin have had a presentation "Problems and Solutions of Retention of Culturally Diverse Students and Faculty on 'Unfriendly' Campuses" accepted for presentation at the national RAMP conference in February.
Jennifer Beller presented an invited workshop on "Ethics in Interscholastic Sport" (sponsored by the Oakland schools) to teachers and coaches in the metro Detroit (and Windsor) area on December 7. She presented on "Moral Reasoning/Development of Intercollegiate Athletes" to the Forum Club on December 13. Beller was commissioned (along with S.K. Stoll) by the National Youth Sport Coaches Association to develop three teaching video tapes on sportsmanship and fair play.
Nora Martin recently made the first of a series of presentations on "Diversity" to school administrators in Muskegon. She conducted a "Parent's Institute" in Saginaw as a pre-conference session for the state Association of Black Social Workers. Martin conducted two sessions in "Inclusion" and "Section 504 of the Civil Rights Act" at a statewide management conference in Lansing. She also keynoted a session on "Self-Esteem" for a Foundation in Belleville.
STUDENT NEWS
Joan Tucker, doctoral student, has been named as superintendent in Harper Woods. She is currently with the Lincoln Schools.
Jacalyn D. Martin of Lincoln Park, a special education student, has been named as a Barton Scholar for Winter 1994.
Jean Waltman, graduate student in community counseling, is the graduate student representative on the board of the MI College Personnel Association.
ALUMNI NOTES
Eddie Lester Durham, alum of the educational leadership program and former EMU staff member, died December 15 in Oak Park, IL.
The Alumni Association seeks nominations--due by February 4--for the "Young Alumnus/Alumna Award," the "Alumnus/Alumna Achievement Award," the "Distinguished Alumnus/Alumna Award," and the "Distinguished Alumnus/Alumna Award." Forms are available in departmental offices.
Alum Herb Moyer, superintendent of the Bedford Schools, has been selected as Michigan's Superintendent of the Year. As the Michigan honoree, Moyer becomes a finalist for the national Superintendent of the Year Award.
Bob Riker, educational psychology alum and former General Motors executive, is now residing near Milan.
Recently, the State Board of Education cited 18 public elementary schools in the state for exemplary programs. At least five of the principals are EMU alums: Cindy A. Allison, Harmon School, Lakeview district, St. Clair Shores; Susan R. Bank, MacGowen School, Redford Union District; Janice K. Colliton, Highmeadow School, Farmington district; Suzanne Cowles, Keith School, Walled Lake District; and James L. Pinsoneault, Waukazoo School, West Ottawa District.
GRANTS RECEIVED
Christine Jose-Kampfner has received an award of $8000 from the Michigan Campus Compact and the Michigan Community Service Commission as a Michigan Generation Grant.
Jane Goodman has received an award of $19,080 from the Macomb/St. Clair Private Industry Council, Inc. for a "JTPA Guidance Model" project.
Rosella Bannister has received $13,520 from the American Express Company for conducting "Personal Money Management Education in Hungarian Schools."
Carole Gorenflo has received $1500 from the Suan Allen Trust to conduct a research-based project to assist a client with personal communication through the assistance of a wheelchair-portable voice output communication aide.
RECONFIGURATION OF THE ELEMEN-TARY TEACHER PREPARATION PROGRAM
The Reconfiguration effort will result in proposals for program improvements to be submitted this spring to the Basic Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) Committee and UCTE.
On October 8 and 29 meetings were held for those who teach and administer courses and field experiences for elementary teacher certification. The need for reconfiguration was discussed, along with suggestions for changes in the program outcomes prepared for NCATE.
Groups also designed potential outcome exhibits (portfolios) for student assessment.
During the October 29th meeting, several participants were nominated for the Steering Committee. They were contacted and asked if they were willing to serve. The list was then forwarded to Dean Robbins, who appointed four members: Georgea Langer, Marvin Pasch, Lynn Rocklage, and Carla Tayeh.
On October 29th, participants suggested that several work groups be formed. Those nominated for the Steering Committee indicated which work groups they would be willing to lead. The Dean appointed the following participants:
Outcomes/Exhibits: Marvin Pasch*, Matilda Sayegh, Jaime Grinberg.
Field‑Based Experiences: Robbie Johnson*, Olga Nelson, Christina Jose‑Kampfner.
Cultural Diversity: Kathleen Quinn*, Maureen McCormack, Kathleen Beauvais.
Academic Content and Professional Sequence: Carla Tayeh*, Pat Pokay*, Louise Jernigan, Mary Teal, Lew Kieft, Alane Starko, Georgea Langer, Karen Paciorek.
Technology and Communication: Lynn Rocklage*, Ann Remp. (* Group Convener)
You may join a Work Group if you agree to the following: Meet 3‑4 hours per month, February-April, 1994; work collaboratively toward improved programs. Simply send a note, before January 11, to Georgea Langer indicating your interest.
There will be a meeting for all Work Group members on Friday, January 14, 12:00‑3:00, McKenny Union, Main Lounge.
INTERNET CONNECTIONS
The Holmes Group electronic mail network may be accessed through Internet by:
1. Send a piece of mail to LISTSERV@MSU.BITNET. The first and only line of the message (not the subject line) must say SUB HOLMESGP [your full name]. Example: SUB HOLMESGP ANN E. WILLIAMS.
2. Additional materials describing how to use the network will come by electronic mail after you subscribe. To send a message to the network, address it to HOLMESGP@MSU.BITNET.
3. For additional information, contact Ann Williams at (517) 353-3874 or e-mail ANNWILLI@MSU.BITNET.
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AERA-H School Evaluation and Program Development
AERA-I Education in the Professions
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COUNCIL FOR PRESERVICE TECHNOLOGY
The Michigan Council for Preservice Technology represents the teacher education colleges and universities of the state, educational agencies, and individuals interested in the technology training of preservice teachers.
Goals for the year include holding a conference (see below), beginning a multi-year reassessment of the state of technology preparation of Michigan's preservice teachers, and hosting several opportunities for professional development for teacher educators in the area of instructional technology.
The College of Education is providing an institutional membership in this organization. As a result, any one involved in professional education at EMU may be a member at no additional cost. Those who are interested in being members should notify Ms. Sue Waalkes, Recorder/Treasurer, Rockford Schools, 4100 Kroes Road, Rockford, MI 49341.
For additional information, contact Neil Skov at neil_skov@um.cc.umich.edu.
PRESERVICE TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL EVENT
A "Kickoff to the Future" will be the special event of the Council for Preservice Technology on January 31, 9:30-3:00, in Ann Arbor. Additional information will be sent to members (see above) during January.
COE COUNCIL DISPOSES OF LENGTHY AGENDA ON DECEMBER 8
In its meeting on December 8, the COE Council referred proposed ATH 315 to the Instruction Committee for "workup."
The Personnel Committee reported that it had reviewed six sabbatical leave requests and had sent all forward with positive recommendations. Research Fellowships were reported as currently under review.
SWK 550, which had been held by the Council for further review, was approved.
A lengthy report from the Instruction Committee, representing a "backlog" of proposals from both the COE and other colleges since last spring, was approved, with the exception that REC 361 not be forwarded at this time.
Reports from various other ad hoc committees and college and university groups were received.
A motion to retrieve from committee a proposed EI master's program did not carry. A motion to take from the table proposed revisions in the early childhood program passed. After discussion, the motion was re-tabled.
A proposal from UCTE to create additional endorsement areas in Marketing Education and Vocational Marketing Education was tabled until the next meeting.
The remaining scheduled December meeting of the Council was canceled. The next meeting will be January 12.
COLLEGE DOCUMENT APPROVED IN VOTE
During the election period of December 6 and December 10, 50 members of the COE faculty voted on the proposed "College of Education Council and Related Structures" document.
According to Alison Harmon and Nancy Halmhuber, who served as the election committee, the proposed document received 36 affirmative votes, 13 negative votes, and one abstention.
Other campus bodies and parties will need to review and approve the document before it is put into effect. However, it is anticipated that the document will become effective with the next academic year.
EMU'S LARGE PROGRAMMING IN SPECIAL EDUCATION IS NOTED
The Winter 1993 issue of Counterpoint, the publication of the National Association of State Directors of Special Education, contains a reference to EMU being the "largest producer" of special education teachers in the country.
OPPORTUNITIES
The EMU/AAHE Case Studies Project, in collaboration with the FCIE, is inviting departments to apply for funds for instructional development initiatives to be planned and implemented during Winter Term 1994. A total of $2500 is available, to be divided among 5 or more department-based grants, with no grant exceeding $500.
For additional information, see your department head or contact Deborah DeZure. Application deadline is January 19.
The 4th Annual Conference on Alternative Teacher Certification has called for papers, with a due date of January 15. For additional information, contact Virginia Deason, 734 Wilken, Houston, TX 77008.
With a due date of January 14, EDUCOM '94 has issued a call for session proposals on the general topic of "Transforming Education: Measures and Milestones." For additional information, write to 1112 16th St., NW, Washington, DC 20036 or e-mail to EDUCOM94@EDUCOM.EDU.
Students interested in Peace Corps service may contact Patricia Garamendi at 1990 K Street, NW, Washington, DC 20526 for information.
The 7th Annual National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education has issued a call for presentations on the conference theme of
"Shaping Higher Education Toward the 21st Century." The deadline is February 1. Additional information is available from Maggie Abudu at (405) 325-3936.
The International Simulation and Gaming Association will hold its 25th anniversary celebration in Ann Arbor in July. Presentations are sought. For information, contact Richard Duke at 764-1300 or Richard_Duke@um.cc.umich.edu.
The Educational Forum welcomes manuscripts on "National Curriculum Standards" by February 1 and on "Alternative Assessment" by April 1. Other theme issues will be on "Alternative Certification" and on "Alternative Schooling."
PLANNING AHEAD
January 5--deadline, demonstration grants, Children with Disabilities
January 6--UCTE meeting, 3:30 p.m., Gallery I.
January 7--deadline for applications for Disabilities Technology and Children and Youths with Serious Emotional Disturbances
January 10--Deadline for papers for National Evaluation Institute; deadline for papers for AAHE Assessment Conference. Deadline, outreach and institute applications, Children with Disabilities. Deadline, FIPSE: Comprehensive Program.
January 12--COE Council meeting, 2:00 p.m., Gallery I. Deadlines for various aspects of bilingual education. Deadline for applications for Biomedical and Behavioral Research on Alcohol and Youth.
January 13--Deadline, National Assessment of Educational Progress.
January 14--MACTE meeting, East Lansing: "Assessment of Teacher Education." Deadline for submitting proposals to the "Individuals with Disabilities" program. Appli-cation deadline for Pre-Doctoral Fellowships and Post-Doctoral Fellowships at The East-West Center. Proposals due for EDUCOM '94.
January 15--Applications due for $2000 Hollingworth Award for research proposal in gifted education. "Human Cognition and Perception" proposals due. Deadline for papers for National Conference on Alternative Teacher Certification. Deadline, NSF Model Projects for Women and Girls.
mid-January--proposals due for research, children with severe disabilities; secondary education/transitional services for disabled youth; services for deaf-blind; media research/production for persons with disabilities. Deadline, proposals for National Workplace Literacy.
January 17--Martin Luther King, Jr. Day observances. Students may be excused from classes under certain circumstances.
January 18--Deadlines for various aspects of bilingual education. Deadline, Rehabilitation Short-Term Planning. Deadline, Arts Plus Initiative (includes dance).
January 19--Proposals due for EMU/AAHE Case Studies Project.
January 21--Application deadline for "Institutionwide Drug Prevention." Application deadline for "Special Projects and Demonstrations for Supported Employment." Application deadline for Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities.
January 24--Application deadline for "Drug-Free Schools and Communities Counselor Training Grants."
January 26--COE Council meeting, 2:00 p.m., Gallery I.
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