Full Vita

Education:

B.S.:         Utah State University, 1996.
Major:        Dual Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education

M.S.:        Utah State University, 1998.
Major:        Family and Human Development
Thesis Title: Parental and Teacher Priorities for Children’s Requisite Kindergarten Entry Skills

Courses Taught:

FCHD 1500   -    Human Development Across the Lifespan
FCHD 2600   -    Seminar in Early Childhood Education
FCHD 2630   -    Practicum in Early Childhood Education
FCHD 4550   -    Methods and Curriculum for Preschool Children
FHD 4960     -     Student Teaching in the Child Development Laboratory

Professional Interests:

Early Childhood Curriculum
Professional Preparation of Future Teachers through Instruction and Supervision
Continuing Professional Development of Preschool and Elementary Teachers
Collaboration Among Preschools
Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Kindergarten Transition
Parent Training