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Differentiated Instruction and Notes from the Field

[By Dr. Kelli Woodrow, assistant professor at Regis University School of Education.] Some of the most important skills for new teachers to develop are those related to Differentiated Instruction. Differentiated Instruction, a simple concept, is a real challenge in practice—it refers to providing instruction that meets the needs of all learners. Carol Ann Tomlinson, professor at [...]

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Education Nation Comes to Denver

Education Nation, the NBC News’ initiative to engage the country in conversations about the state of education in America, is once again putting the spotlight on our country’s education system. It’s “On-the-Road” program has come to Denver, Colorado, with a series of events slated from April 12 through April 20. This education program was made [...]

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Educators: How To Prevent Initiative Fatigue

[By Regis University Assistant Professor of the School of Education and Counseling, Dr. Vicki Caruana, Ph.D] Hundreds of teaching and learning strategies bombard educators every year. How educators (at every level) do what they do is under scrutiny like never before. In this age of accountability, educators are expected to meet the needs of each and [...]

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Educator Effectiveness Bill – How Regis Prepares Principals to Succeed

[By Dr. Kay Uchiyama, an assistant professor in the School of Education and Counseling] As the Regis Educational Leadership for Innovation and Change (formerly known as the Principal Licensure) Program Coordinator, I often talk with prospective principal candidates and statewide district human resources directors about the need for good principals; the impact of the new Educator [...]

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Teacher Education Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Vicki Caruana

Teacher Education Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Vicki Caruana

Dr. Vicki Caruana has been the program coordinator for graduate programs in Special Education since her arrival in June 2011. Having recently completed her doctorate in Special Education, she is current in her field. The programs housed within Special Education include at this time Special Education Generalist (initial license and added endorsement), Early Childhood Special [...]

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What It Means to Be Called Teacher – Beyond Metrics and Mandates

[By Dr. Christy M. Moroye, assistant professor at Regis University] I recently attended an Information Session for those interested in attending Regis University Teacher Education programs.  A speaker discussed the implications of Senate Bill 191 on new teachers, pointing out that those going into this profession need to know that they will be evaluated using some [...]

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Regis University hosts Prevention of School Violence Symposium 2011

Regis University will host the Foundation for the Prevention of School Violence 2011 annual symposium on from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 18 in the Student Center at the University’s North Denver (Lowell) campus. According to the Foundation Web site, the annual symposium brings leading professionals together to discuss current topics surrounding school safety. [...]

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CCD and Regis University CPS Create Early Childhood Education Partnership

[By Sara Villegas, Community College Liaison, Regis University CPS] Requirements for licensure of early childhood educators are becoming more standardized, and in many cases have begun to require more advanced degrees and specialized study. “This is for a good reason,” said Karen Cooley, professor of early childhood education at Regis University’s College for Professional Studies [...]

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Regis University Fall Education Events – CAEYC, SPEAC, CAEA

Fall is just around the corner and educators in Colorado are gearing up for another school year. Regis University’s School of Education is sponsoring a number conferences in Colorado aimed at supporting our state’s teachers and educators in the realm of professional development.   Colorado Association for the Education of Young Children (CAEYC) Fall Conference [...]

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Learning Styles Research – The Difference Between Evidence and Bias

[Part of the Learning Processes Series by Marilynn Force ©, Regis University affiliate faculty member.]  This article is dedicated to the memory of those who gave their lives on 9/11 and specifically to all the survivors and what they have endured. September is a month of great sorrow but immense gratitude as well. We remember [...]

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