FACULTY/STAFF NOTESPrevious issues of Monday Report are available at http://www.emich.edu/coe/monday. Send items and comments to jerry.robbins@emich.edu.
Helen Ditzhazy's article, "Successful Integration of Technology Into the Curriculum: Factors for Consideration," coauthored with Sarayuth Poolsup, has been accepted for publication in the Delta Kappa Gamma Bulletin.
Cristina Jose-Kampfner will present a three-hour mini-course on "How to Implement Story Telling in the Classroom with Latinas" at the annual convention of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics in Los Vegas. She will present "The Transformative Power of Biography to Expand the Possible Selves of Latina Middle School Students" in San Antonio on April 20. In addition, she has been selected to speak at the "Bibliotherapy and Reading Symposium" during the International Reading Association convention in San Francisco.
Ellen Hoffman presented "Can Research Improve Technology Planning Policy?" at the AERA meeting in New Orleans.
While at the AERA convention, Ron Williamson met with representatives of the RAND Corporation, in a session sponsored by the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation of NYC, to discuss a research agenda about effective middle schools and student achievement.
This week Lynne Rocklage (with Barbara Delohery, Grand Forks public schools) will be presenting a two-day session in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The event is for the University of North Dakota/Minnesota State University-Moorhead Spring Symposium and is on the subject of "Say It, Think It, Read It, Write It-Assistive Technology and Communication."
Jeff Schulz, Kay Woodiel, and Christine Karshin have been awarded $1,425 from the Graduate Studies Research Support Fund for "Assessment of College Students' Decision Making Related to Tattooing and Body Piercing."
Olga Nelson will attend the April 19 "Day of Dialogue" on "The Role of Community Colleges in Teacher Preparation" in Lansing.
The April 2 issue of Focus EMU contained items on Jon Margerum-Leys (Outstanding Dissertation Award), Sherry Jerome (dance organization officer), Lisa Delpit (national award), Georgea Langer/Pat Pokay (receipt of Teacher Quality grant renewal), Jeff Armstrong (article), Warren Williams (emeritus status), former faculty member Joseph Gonzalez (death), and several items about COE alums.
Linda Lewis-White recently conducted an elementary certification test prep workshop for about 60 students.
Leah Adams (emeritus) attended the Association for Childhood International convention in San Diego. While there she (with Anne Soderman of MSU and Patricia Kostell of South Carolina) presented "Children's Narratives on Learning to Read." The same group of three served as speakers for the ACEI-OMEP breakfast on "Looking at the World's Children Through Multiple Lenses. Adams (with Samira Moosa, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman) presented "Teachers' Perceptions of Arab Parent's Involvement in Elementary Schools." Adams also served as the master of ceremonies for the OMEP breakfast and she participated in the special session for review of the document from the 1999 International Symposium.
Q.S. Samonte (emeritus) was the guest speaker last night at the 15th anniversary celebration of the Filipino-American Student Association at the University of Michigan.
Warren S. Williams was recently awarded the status of Professor emeritus by the EMU Board of Regents. Williams served in the Department of Teacher Education between 1969 and 1994.
Among our "extended family" on campus in the professional education community, Bill Tucker and Cathy Fleischer (English) received $28,000 for the "Eastern Michigan Writing Project," Phyllis Noda (Foreign Languages and Bilingual Studies) received $30,000 for a "School Safety Summit" and $109,998 for a "Comprehensive Regional Assistance Center Satellite," Phyllis Noda (FLABS) and Stuart Karabenic (IDBS) received $224,659 for "IDBS Project LEP-Teacher Network (LEP-TNet) Year Three" and $230,604 for Year Four of the same project,
Hitomi Okentani and Motoko Tabuse (Foreign Languages and Bilingual Studies) received $47,287 for "EMU/Japanese School of Detroit Project," Irene Duranczyk and Joanne Caniglia (Mathematics) received $82,000 for "Project SEAMLESS II: A Model for Mentoring Across the Continuum of Teacher Development," Irene Duranczyk (Mathematics) received $38,825 for "Math in the City: A Teacher Preparation Model Introducing the Michigan Curriculum Framework to Pre-Service Elementary Teachers," and Joanne Caniglia (Mathematics) received $74,631 for "Math in the City: A Professional Development Model." Peggy Liggit (Biology) presented "Pass the Salt, Please: A Theme from Integrating Science Across Curriculum" at the National Science Teachers Association annual convention.
QUILTER RESEARCH PRESENTED AT RENAISSANCE GROUP MEETING
Shawn Quilter's research, funded by The Renaissance Group, "A Study of the Relationship Between Teaching and Context Variable in Student Outcomes," has been published as a monograph by that organization. Quilter presented the study at the recent meeting of the organization in Washington, D.C.
Quilter studied all the fourth graders in a district in southeastern Michigan. This was intended as a small-scale, exploratory study to identify variables (among those for which data were readily available) that predicted outcomes on the MEAP.
Variables included measures of years of teaching experience, degree level, EMU prepared, special needs status, gender, and attendance. The population was deemed essentially homogeneous in terms of ethnicity and socioeconomic status.
The best predictors of (a) MEAP mathematics performance, (b) MEAP story reading performance, and (c) MEAP informational reading performance were EMU affiliation of the 3rd grade teacher and special needs status of the student. No statistically significant model was produced in other instances.
The Renaissance Group is particularly interested in this line of inquiry, such as to provide data to support the assertion that "those who complete preparation programs at Renaissance Group institutions are unusually well qualified to bring about learning outcomes in students."
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE COLLEGE
Tuesday, April 9, is the great photographic event and opportunity! Bring or borrow a digital, film, or video camera. Take representative shots of your work day-whatever or wherever that might be-in the classroom, in supervising field experiences, in your office, conducting research or engaging in a creative activity, participating in a service activity, etc.
Student involvement is also highly encouraged. In instances where students are included in the photos, stickers are available and have been distributed to indicate that the wearer gives permission to be photographed.
Photo submission envelopes have been widely distributed. For additional information, see http://www.emich.edu/coe/ditl
ADDITIONAL CACREP ACCREDITATION RECEIVED
Notification has been received that the Student Affairs Practice-College Counseling program has been accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The accreditation extends until June 30, 2005. The relatively short time period has been established in order to bring this recognition in line with the timetable for review of programs previously accredited by CACREP in the Department of Leadership and Counseling.
SPONSORED PROJECTS
Dale Rice, with Chris Foreman as codirector, has received $50,000 from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation for "American Humanics Faculty Development: Blending American Humanics and Academic Service-Learning."
The purpose of this project is to develop a faculty development program, blending Academic Service-Learning into the American Humanics program.
LISA DELPIT SCHEDULE
Lisa Delpit, the holder of the John W. Porter Chair in Urban Education, will next be in residency from April 15 through April 17. During this time, her activities will include lecturing in EDLD 509, EDPS 307, and SOFD 580. She will also meet with the Diversity Fellows and participate in the Detroit Comer Principal's Academy. A reception in her honor will be held at 4:00 p.m. on April 16 in Porter 300 A/D.
ALUMNI NOTES
Robert Wallace '64, age 69, retired principal of Melvindale High School, died recently at his home in Dearborn. He had worked at that high school since 1957, including as a teacher, counselor, and coach.
At the EMU Alumni Awards ceremony on April 27, Letitia Byrd '70, who is retired from the Ann Arbor schools, will receive the Distinguished Alumnus award. Andrew Lindsay '94, '97, a middle grades teacher in the Van Buren district who has won two state wide teaching awards in the past few years, will receive the Outstanding Young Alumnus Award.
Nia Aguirre '95 was featured recently in the Ann Arbor News for her work as a "fitness guru, personal trainer, and exercise instructor," with particular emphasis on her work with exercise for senior citizens in the county.
STUDENT NOTES
At the MACTE Spring Conference this week, Kathleen Bell, a current student teacher, will receive one of the two scholarship awards made on a state wide basis.
Adam Nekula was quoted extensively, advocating West Campus tennis courts, in the April 5 issues of the Eastern Echo.
Laura Wallace will defend her dissertation, "Middle School Intervention to Reduce Academic Failure," on April 15, 2:30 p.m., Porter 301 B/C. Charles Achilles is the chair. The public is invited.
Mark Sharp will defend his dissertation, "An Analysis of Pupil/Teacher Ratio in Class Size," on April 25, 1:00 p.m., Porter 304. The public is invited.
April Flanagan will defend her dissertation, "Defining Moments: The Creation and Impact of Leadership Values for Women in Higher Educational Administration," on May 20, 3:00 p.m., Porter 202. The public is invited.
The Renaissance Partnership for the Improvement of Teacher Quality will present an exhibition of EMU Teacher Quality Grant Student Work Samples on April 19, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Halle 300. For information, contact kristina.stafiej@emich.edu.
ANNUAL TEACHER JOB FAIR
The annual Teacher Job Fair, sponsored by Career Services, will be held this year on April 11, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the EMU Convocation Center. About 150 districts from 19 states, with more than 350 recruiters, will be in attendance. The states, in addition to Michigan, that will be represented include Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Mexico, Ohio, and Texas.
The cost is $20 (check or cash) at the door. Teacher candidates interested in attending the event should see www.career.emich.edu or should contact Barbara Jones in Career Services at 487.2419.
SHORT NOTES
International Cultural Competence Institute. Applications are due by today to participate in the EMU International Cultural Competence Institute. There will be a $1000 stipend for those who do so. The activities occur June 10-14. For additional information, contact Andrew Nazzaro in the World College at geo_nazzaro@online.emich.edu.
Free Lunch (and much more) at MACTE. The Spring Conference of the Michigan Association of Colleges for Teacher Education will be held on April 12, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. An unlimited number of EMU faculty members may attend as a result of our institutional membership. There is no registration fee and a free box lunch will be provided for all who have previously registered. A variety of state and national teacher preparation issues are on the agenda.
World Organization for Early Childhood Education (OMEP). The COE will host the meeting of the Executive Board of the World Organization for Early Childhood Education (OMEP) on April 19-21. Representatives will be present from Nigeria, Switzerland, Chile, Columbia, Singapore, and the U.S.A.
Community College Dialogue. Lansing Community College, the Michigan Department of Career Development, and the Michigan Department of Education are sponsoring "a day of dialogue" on "The Role of Community Colleges in Teacher Preparation" at the Holiday Inn West in Lansing on April 19. For additional information, contact sfeffries@lcc.edu.
Technology Conference. Sponsored by the College of Education, the first (probably annual) Technology Conference will be held on Saturday,
May 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Various tracks/strands during the day will include such topics as HPERD, teaching with technology, leadership, COATT, teacher education, special education, etc. If you have a suggestion for a workshop or a featured speaker, please contact coetechsig@online.emich.edu.
Call for Reviewers. The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) has issued a call for reviewers of papers for the 2003 AACTE annual meeting. Forms are available in each COE office or from AACTE Reviews, 1307 New York Ave., NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20005-4701. The deadline for submission is May 17.
Call for Papers. The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) has issued a call for papers for the 2003 annual meeting, to be held in New Orleans, LA. The deadline is June 3. For additional information, see www.aacte.org.
AACTE participation is strongly encouraged. The dean's office will cover the travel expenses to the 2003 AACTE convention of one person per accepted presentation.
Program Review. As part of the EMU program review process, there will be open sessions for interested parties in a series of roundtable discussions. The teacher education programs of each of these departments will be included in these discussions. All sessions are scheduled for Halle 300, 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. The calendar includes Geography and Geology, April 9; Chemistry, April 23; Psychology, May 14; and HPERD, May 21.
OPPORTUNITIES AND EVENTS
(For a complete list, see http://www.emich.edu/coe/newhome/opportunties.html)
April 9-COE International and Global Education Project brown-bag discussion session, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Porter 320. For information, donald.staub@emich.edu.
April 9-"A Day in the Life of the COE" photographic event. For information, dayinthelife@online.emich.edu. Bring your camera!
April 10-COE Council, 2:00 p.m., Porter 301 B/C.
April 11-EMU Teacher Job Fair. For information, www.career.emich.edu or contact Career Services at 487.2419.
April 11-Basic Programs Committee, 3:30-5:00 p.m., Porter 301 B/C.
April 11-COE Research SIG, noon, Porter 301 B/C.
April 12-Michigan Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Spring Conference, University of Michigan-Dearborn, School of Management Auditorium, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There is no registration fee and any EMU faculty member may participate. A free box lunch will be provided. Program: The new accrediting body for teacher education, TEAC. Speaker: Frank Murray of Delaware, head of TEAC.
April 12-EMU Faculty Commons "Teaching and Learning Showcase." 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. For information, contact jceaglin@online.emich.edu.
April 13-Community Dance Concert, 3:00 p.m., Pease Auditorium. Tickets: $6. For information, Sherry Jerome, 734.487.0090.
April 14-HPERD Honors Reception, McKenny Ballroom, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
April 15-17-Lisa Delpit residency.
April 16-Advanced Programs Committee, 3:30-5:00 p.m., Porter 301 B/C.
April 16-Reception honoring Lisa Delpit, 4:00 p.m., Porter 300 A/D.
April 17-Coffee with the Dean, Porter 3rd floor Faculty/Staff Lounge, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
April 19-Dance Forum Concert, 8:00 p.m., Studio Theater, Warner 106. Tickets: $3. For information, Tamara Wilcox, 734.487.0090.
April 19-A day of dialogue on "The Role of Community Colleges in Teacher Preparation," Holiday Inn West, Lansing. For information, sfeffries@lcc.edu.
April 19-Teacher Quality Grant Student Work Sample exhibition, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Halle 300. For information, kristina.stafief@emich.edu.
April 19-21-OMEP (World Federation for Early Childhood Education) executive board meetings, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti. For additional information, contact Leah Adams.
April 21-Urban Teacher Certification Program meeting, on campus, 2:00-5:00 p.m.
April 22-26-"Teaching Online," one-week on-line course, offered by LERN. Cost: $85. For information, info@lern.org.
April 25-Basic Programs Committee, 3:30-5:00 p.m., Porter 301 B/C.
April 25-EMU's "Take Our Daughters to Work" Day. For information, contact Joanne Hansen, Halle Library. Registration is due by April 15.
April 26-Official launch of The New Teacher Resource Network, sponsored by Ameritech, noon to 1:00 p.m., 205 Porter Building.
April 26-EMU hosts state convention of Young Educator's Society (YES). General Session, 10:00-11:00 a.m., Ballroom, McKenny Union.
April 26-COE's "Honor an Educator!" recognition. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO THE FALL.
May 1-deadline for submitting Provost's Travel Award application for July through September 2002 travel.
CALLS FOR PAPERS/PROPOSALS
(For a complete list, see http://www.emich.edu/coe/newhome/proposals.html)
April 8-deadline for application for EMU International Cultural Competence Institute. For information, geo_nazzaro@online.emich.edu.
May 1-deadline for Kappa Delta Pi Forum articles on "safety in schools."
May 1-deadline for Journal of Teacher Education articles for an "open topic" issue.
May 3-deadline for submitting proposals for the "making a difference through teacher education" conference. For information, see www.samford.edu/Education2002/call.
THEME STATEMENTS
Caring professional educators for a diverse and democratic society. (Initial programs)
Eastern Michigan University advanced professional education programs develop leaders who demonstrate reflective thought and scholarship within the context of a culturally diverse society. In addition, the ___ program _________. (Advanced programs)
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