Keynote Speaker Spotlight: Adjoa B. Asamoah, Activist for Change

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
May 03
Adjoa B. Asamoah is a proud two-time Temple University graduate, CLA '98, EDU '01, and a Temple legacy, as her father, Kwame Botwe-Asamoah, is also a Temple Owl. "I selected Temple because Temple University is the first in the world to offer a doctoral degree in Africana (African American) studies," said Asamoah. "Many of the best thinkers and most renowned scholars in the discipline were there in the historic department. Add to that, the fact my father, now Dr. Kwame Botwe-Asamoah, was attending to earn his Ph.D., and it was clearly the school for me," added Asamoah.  As an...

College of Education and Human Development Keynote, Undergraduate, Graduate Graduation Speakers Announced

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
May 02
The College of Education and Human Development at Temple University is honored to announce Adjoa B. Asamoah, '98, '01, as the keynote speaker, Emily Davis '23, as the undergraduate speaker and Whitney Skippings, '23 as the graduate speaker for this year's Graduation ceremony on Friday, May 12, 2023, 9:30 a.m. at The Liacouras Center, 1776 N. Broad St. Asamoah, the keynote speaker and two-time Temple University graduate, is a lifelong racial equity champion, multiple award-winning social impact strategist, highly sought-after political power player, and history-making policy...

Teaching for Tomorrow: Using Virtual Reality to Train Culturally Responsive Language Teachers

by Cassy Pressimone Beckowski
April 27
The College of Education and Human Development's Di Liu, EdD, is using cutting-edge technology to help teachers develop culturally responsive pedagogy and create immersive language learning experiences.  Advanced, innovative technologies present exciting new directions for culturally responsive language instruction and online learning.College of Education and Human Development Assistant Professor of Instruction Di Liu, EdD, is using virtual reality (VR) to help pre-service teachers expand their multicultural knowledge as well as to create their own immersive, inclusive...

Brazilian English Teacher Training Program Promotes Opportunity for Cross-Campus and International Collaboration 

by Ivy Hoa Nguyen
April 26
This spring, Temple University had the honor to host 44 Brazilian high school teachers as part of the PDPI program, Programa de Desenvolvimento Profissional para Professores de Lingua Inglesa nos EUA, an education initiative of the Brazilian government's strategic plan focusing on advancing English teaching in Brazil. Faculty members from the College of Education and Human Development's Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) program connect with the PDPI participants through lectures on teaching methodology during the span of the exchange. Jill Swavely, CEHD...

Michael Capaldi, EDU ’21 Awarded Fulbright ETA for Hungary

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
April 26
Philadelphia native Michael Capaldi, EDU '21 chose to study English Education at Temple University because he knew he wanted a career teaching English abroad. Capaldi received the opportunity of a lifetime when was awarded the Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship for Hungary for the 2023 academic year. He was one of three English teachers in the country awarded the Fulbright ETA. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides funding to conduct research or creative projects, pursue graduate study, or teach English abroad. During their grants, Fulbright recipients meet, work,...

Staff Spotlight: Valerie Williams – 46 Years of Service to Temple University

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
April 20
Valerie Williams, a long-time member of Temple University and the College of Education and Human Development family, has worked with five CEHD deans and three interim deans.   Williams has worked at the university for 46 years. She started in Paley Library in the circulations department.  "Val has been instrumental in making the college feel like home to me," said Dean James Earl Davis, interim dean for the College of Education and Human Development. "Her supportive nature, generosity of spirit, and quiet care set her apart. She is a joy to work with." As a coordinator in the...

Temple Made for Building Community and Making Positive Impact

by Rayma Abdallah
April 18
To be Temple Made is to celebrate the positive impact Temple University Owls have made on the world. Temple Made Days embodies what it truly means to be Temple Made: serving, supporting and celebrating the Temple community. This year, the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) hosted its first annual Cindy's Day of Service event, as one way for the college community to share our pride and give back. CEHD's Cindy's Day of Service aims to celebrate the lifelong legacy of Dr. Cynthia "Cindy" Belliveau. Belliveau, a professor of practice in psychological studies in...

Alumni Spotlight: Rachel Edoho-Eket Shares Her Journey To Leadership

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
April 18
As a student athlete, hurdler Rachel Edoho-Eket received a full track scholarship to Temple University.  "I was able to accomplish two things at once, education for free and earn this major degree that really set me up for success while running and having a great experience as a collegiate athlete," said Edoho-Eket. "I love Temple and I have always wanted to come to Temple because of the education program. Temple is so amazing." Edoho-Eket, EDU '06 began her career as a kindergarten teacher after her internship at John Moffet Elementary School in North Philadelphia. Her...

Temple College of Education & Human Development Well Represented at AERA 

April 14
The College of Education and Human Development is well-represented at the 2023 Annual Meeting of American Educational Research Association in Chicago, IL, April 13-16, 2023. The AERA conference program includes various research paper sessions, symposia, roundtables discussion, expert conversations, and workshops.   Congratulations to Avi Kaplan, professor of psychological studies in education, on being selected as one of the 2023 AERA Fellows!  The AERA Fellows Program honors scholars for their exceptional contributions to and excellence in education research.  Nominated by...

New Grant from the William Penn Foundation Supports the Next Generation of Educators

by Temple University Institutional Advancement
April 11
$875,000 Three-Year Grant Allows for the Expansion of Temple Education Scholars. In classrooms across America, students are experiencing a critical disconnect, and now a crippling shortage of teachers is being compounded by a new challenge: striking disparities between educators of color and students of color. Remedying this "leaky pipeline" of educators is a multifaceted problem, one that requires leaders in education to do more than address today's urgent need. It requires new measures that will ensure the long-term success of our schools and classrooms, and right now it's...

11 GenEd Courses To Add To Your Summer and Fall Schedule

by Rachel Berger
April 10
There are things in life we have to do, but sometimes we get to choose how we do them. Now is the time to take control of your GenEd experience at Temple with these opportunities from the College of Education and Human Development available to students in any major.  Registration is already underway for summer and fall courses. Don't miss your opportunity to register for our featured courses!  Note: Several of the courses listed below are offered in multiple semesters. Summer courses are offered asynchronously online in six-week terms. AOD 0836 Interpersonal Communication:...

GlobalSense: Global engagement shapes experiential learning for future teachers

by Rachel Berger
April 04
Forget about pushing boundaries. Future teachers in Temple University's secondary social studies teaching methods course (MGSE 3466/5466) are eliminating them. In doing so, they are developing a deeper understanding of their role in teaching middle and high school students about global citizenship.Funded by the Erasmus+ EU Program for Education, Training, Youth, and Sport, "Global Sense: Developing Global Sensitivity Among Student-Teachers," examines how online interactions between teacher candidates influence student-teachers' perceptions of teaching citizenship.The program...

Jumpstart Temple: Building a Bright Future for Young Learners in North Philadelphia 

by Rayma Abdallah
March 30
"Jumpstart is a program working towards the day that every child enters kindergarten prepared to succeed." These are the words that Briana Sanders, Jumpstart program coordinator, repeatedly uttered as she described the mission of the program, which she connects with at her core. Sanders got involved with Jumpstart because of her own passion for childhood education. As a Temple student (EDU '15), she worked for R.W. Brown and has worked with children ever since.  "Jumpstart students represent that passion because the foundational skills are taught in preschool. We're teaching...

Temple Field Placement Provides Students with Real-World Experience

by Ivy Hoa Nguyen
March 30
Being a teacher often means taking on different responsibilities, both inside and outside of the classroom, all at once. Temple University's College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) strives to equip students with the level of career readiness they need to become educators who thrive in any setting."It's surprising exactly how much it takes to be a teacher. From managing the daily schedule to lesson planning, grading to engaging with families, and so much more," said Dr. Amy Scallon, associate director of clinical practice for middle grades and secondary education. "Our...

Addressing the Special Education Teacher Shortage through Research

by Cassy Pressimone Beckowski
March 28
The College of Education and Human Development's Allison Gilmour, PhD, investigates why there are not enough special educators and what schools and policymakers can do to retain more qualified teachers. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted an ongoing shortage of special education teachers. An insufficient number of teachers have entered the field in recent years, and schools struggle to retain qualified professionals. College of Education and Human Development assistant professor Allison Gilmour, PhD, is working to address these challenges through her research. Gilmour, who...

Temple Alumna Selected as the Keynote Speaker for the 42nd Annual School Psychology, Counseling Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis Conference

by Dawn Angelique Roberts
March 19
Coming back as the keynote speaker for the 42nd Annual School Psychology, Counseling Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis Conference is like coming back home for keynote speaker, and CEHD alumna Celeste M. Malone."I was excited to get the invitation," said Malone. "It truly is a full circle moment. I recall being one of the main student volunteers during the conference when I was a student at Temple," she added.Malone shared that she created the student poster session while a student in the College of Education and Human Development. The poster session allows students to...

Aayushi Doshi: Shaping Career Goal through Global Exposure

by Rayma Abdallah
March 17
When they say, "Owls are everywhere," they don't usually mean one Owl is in many places... but that's the story for secondary education major Aayushi Doshi. She is only a second-year student and has lived and worked in education in Rome, Italy, and North Philadelphia. Doshi knew she wanted to pursue a teaching career since she was in middle school. She had many teachers who inspired her, and she wanted to be just like them. Doshi points to her 10th- grade history teacher and fellow Temple Owl, Mr. Adam Wirjosemito (CLA '09). He made the class enjoyable and interactive, which...

Adding Theory to Practice to Elevate Careers

by Rachel Berger
March 13
Temple's College of Education and Human Development launches WISE pathway for preschool teachers to complete their bachelor's degreesThe need for teachers in our country, in our state, and in our community is significant. The College of Education and Human Development is tapping into our institutional roots to bridge the gap for preschool educators to complete their bachelor's degrees and elevate their careers.Temple University was founded as a night school in 1884 to ensure adults in the community had access to excellence. Russell Conwell called them our "acres of diamonds."...

Erica Johnston Prepares CEHD Students for Career Success 

by Rayma Abdallah
February 27
Erica Johnston diligently works to ensure students feel comfortable and prepared when establishing their future education and human development endeavors. As the assistant director for career development and an adjunct instructor, Johnston comes to work every day eager to aid students. Johnston has always been passionate about teaching. While pursuing her master's in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) here at Temple University in 2017, Johnston spent time working for nonprofit organizations and with college readiness programs for international students....