/education/blog/Recent posts from Blogen-usThu, 19 Sep 2024 18:29:17 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/education/blog/2024/hadley-nsfgrant-2024.aspxThis substantial grant will fund a three-year research study that will analyze teacher language interactions to improve the field’s understanding of preschool language development.Tyler Ennis, MSMon, 09 Sep 2024 11:05:41 Dr. Elizabeth Hadley Earns $650,000 Grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation for Project TeLIThis substantial grant will fund a three-year research study that will analyze teacher language interactions to improve the field’s understanding of preschool language development.Headshot photo of Elizabeth Hadley./education/blog/2024/hadley-nsfgrant-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Research/education/blog/2024/persohn-vrgrant-2024.aspxPersohn's team will connect with virtual reality industry leaders to create immersive learning environments for students to solve real-world problems.Tyler Ennis, MSThu, 05 Sep 2024 16:25:11 Dr. Lindsay Persohn Receives Grant for an Exciting VR Project from the Corridor Early-Stage Innovation FundPersohn's team will connect with virtual reality industry leaders to create immersive learning environments for students to solve real-world problems.Alice wearing a virtual reality headset./education/blog/2024/persohn-vrgrant-2024.aspxCollege of Education News,Research/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-2mil-grant-us-department-education.aspxNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, a professor of school psychology at the 91tvӰԺ and Co-Executive Director of the School Mental Health Collaborative, has been awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Institute for Education Sciences (IES).Thu, 11 Jul 2024 13:16:11 News Release: Dr. Nathaniel von der Embse Secures $2 Million Grant from the U.S. Department of EducationNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, a professor of school psychology at the 91tvӰԺ and Co-Executive Director of the School Mental Health Collaborative, has been awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Institute for Education Sciences (IES).Nate von der Embse, PhD/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-2mil-grant-us-department-education.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchMental Health,School Psychology/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-awarded-1mil-grant-william-t-grant-foundation.aspxNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, and his colleagues from the 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ), Ken Christensen, Jennifer Wolgemuth, Eunsook Kim, and Troy Quast, along with Stephen Kilgus from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, have been awarded a prestigious $1 million grant from the William T. Grant Foundation.Thu, 11 Jul 2024 09:50:16 $1 Million Grant Awarded to Dr. Nathaniel von der Embse from the William T. Grant FoundationNathaniel von der Embse, PhD, and his colleagues from the 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ), Ken Christensen, Jennifer Wolgemuth, Eunsook Kim, and Troy Quast, along with Stephen Kilgus from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, have been awarded a prestigious $1 million grant from the William T. Grant Foundation.Dr. von der Embse speaking to group at 91tvӰԺ/education/blog/2024/von-der-embse-awarded-1mil-grant-william-t-grant-foundation.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchHillsborough County Public Schools,Mental Health,School Psychology/education/blog/2024/panos-grant-climate-literacy-teaching.aspxAlexandra Panos, Ph.D., assistant professor of literacy studies and director of research for the Center for Climate Literacy at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education was awarded a $50,000 Spencer Foundation Small Research Grant, along with Co-PIs Michael Sherry, Ph.D., associate professor in English Education and Jarod Roselló, Ph.D., associate professor in Creative Writing.Rebecca DarmocWed, 28 Feb 2024 07:04:29 Alexandra Panos, Ph.D., Receives Grant to Explore Climate Literacy Teaching for English Language Arts EducatorsAlexandra Panos, Ph.D., assistant professor of literacy studies and director of research for the Center for Climate Literacy at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education was awarded a $50,000 Spencer Foundation Small Research Grant, along with Co-PIs Michael Sherry, Ph.D., associate professor in English Education and Jarod Roselló, Ph.D., associate professor in Creative Writing.Alexandra Panos Headshot/education/blog/2024/panos-grant-climate-literacy-teaching.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchLiteracy Studies/education/blog/2023/experience-the-rise-caribbean-conference-if-you-missed-it.aspxThe RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference was co-hosted last week from May 30 – June 1, by the 91tvӰԺ and the University of the West Indies Cave Hill at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education Tampa campus and the Patel Center for Global Solutions. Researchers from the Caribbean, across the U.S., as well as faculty from the 91tvӰԺ College of Education presented on the topic of Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.Communications and MarketingWed, 07 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Experience the RISE Caribbean Conference if you missed it!The RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference was co-hosted last week from May 30 – June 1, by the 91tvӰԺ and the University of the West Indies Cave Hill at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education Tampa campus and the Patel Center for Global Solutions. Researchers from the Caribbean, across the U.S., as well as faculty from the 91tvӰԺ College of Education presented on the topic of Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.RISE Conference opening reception /education/blog/2023/experience-the-rise-caribbean-conference-if-you-missed-it.aspxCenters and Institutes,Faculty and Staff,ResearchConferences/education/blog/2023/rise2023podcast.aspxThe RISE Caribbean, Educational Research Conference, kicks off next week from May 30 – June 1 at the 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ). Speakers will share their research contributing to the conference’s theme: Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.Sam Del ValleThu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 Get ready for the RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference! Listen to podcasts.The RISE Caribbean, Educational Research Conference, kicks off next week from May 30 – June 1 at the 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ). Speakers will share their research contributing to the conference’s theme: Building Solidarity Across Educational Communities: Cultivating Spaces Where Students Thrive.91tvӰԺ: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/rise2023podcast.aspxResearch/news/2023/associate-professor-develops-motivational-chatbot-and-candyland-like-maze-to-ensure-student-success.aspxSanghoon Park will be recognized by the State University System of Florida for his efforts to provide students with an engaging learning environment while teaching them how to develop creative ways to empower and prepare future students in their own digital courses.External ArticleMon, 15 May 2023 13:00:00 Associate professor develops motivational chatbot and digital Candyland-like maze to ensure student successSanghoon Park will be recognized by the State University System of Florida for his efforts to provide students with an engaging learning environment while teaching them how to develop creative ways to empower and prepare future students in their own digital courses.People using VR headset /news/2023/associate-professor-develops-motivational-chatbot-and-candyland-like-maze-to-ensure-student-success.aspxFaculty and Staff,Research/news/2023/us-department-of-education-awards-usf-researchers-8-million-to-enhance-school-based-mental-health-programs.aspxTwo separate projects led by faculty in the 91tvӰԺ College of Education and College of Behavioral and Community Sciences are being funded by a combined $8 million from the U.S. Department of Education to address mental health in Tampa Bay K-12 students.External ArticleMon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 U.S. Department of Education awards 91tvӰԺ researchers $8 million to enhance school-based mental health programsTwo separate projects led by faculty in the 91tvӰԺ College of Education and College of Behavioral and Community Sciences are being funded by a combined $8 million from the U.S. Department of Education to address mental health in Tampa Bay K-12 students.Out of focus image of children playing at playground/news/2023/us-department-of-education-awards-usf-researchers-8-million-to-enhance-school-based-mental-health-programs.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchEducational Psychology,School Psychology/education/blog/2023/spring-2023-usf-college-of-education-graduates-present-at-practitioner-research-conference.aspxAt the 2023 Practitioner Research Conference, 86 College of Education teacher candidates presented the practice-based research they engaged in throughout the spring semester. With their graduation on the near horizon, the 91tvӰԺ College of Education’s goal is to encourage these future teachers to engage in research as a regular aspect of teaching practice throughout their career, beyond their degree completion.Communications and MarketingThu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 Spring 2023 91tvӰԺ College of Education graduates present at Practitioner Research ConferenceAt the 2023 Practitioner Research Conference, 86 College of Education teacher candidates presented the practice-based research they engaged in throughout the spring semester. With their graduation on the near horizon, the 91tvӰԺ College of Education’s goal is to encourage these future teachers to engage in research as a regular aspect of teaching practice throughout their career, beyond their degree completion.Student presenting research/education/blog/2023/spring-2023-usf-college-of-education-graduates-present-at-practitioner-research-conference.aspxResearchConferences/education/blog/2023/usf-awards-four-college-of-education-professors-with-internal-grants.aspxThe 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) College of Education is proud to announce that several of the college’s professors are recipients of 91tvӰԺ internal grant awards: assistant professor Mandie Dunn, associate professor John Liontas, assistant professor Alexandra Panos and associate professor Charles Vanover.Sam Del ValleThu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ awards four College of Education professors with internal grantsThe 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) College of Education is proud to announce that several of the college’s professors are recipients of 91tvӰԺ internal grant awards: assistant professor Mandie Dunn, associate professor John Liontas, assistant professor Alexandra Panos and associate professor Charles Vanover.91tvӰԺ: A Preeminent Research University/education/blog/2023/usf-awards-four-college-of-education-professors-with-internal-grants.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchAwards and Honors/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-researchers-to-present-2023-american-educational-research-association-annual-meeting.aspxThe research of more than 70 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) researchers and graduate students will be presented to the educational research community at the 2023 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting from April 13-16 in Chicago, IL.Tue, 11 Apr 2023 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ College of Education researchers to present at 2023 American Educational Research Association Annual MeetingThe research of more than 70 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) researchers and graduate students will be presented to the educational research community at the 2023 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting from April 13-16 in Chicago, IL.AERA Graphic/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-researchers-to-present-2023-american-educational-research-association-annual-meeting.aspxResearchConference Presentations,Conferences/education/blog/2023/school-mental-health-collaborative-a-new-research-center.aspxThe School Mental Health Collaborative center located on the Tampa campus, utilizes a prevention approach with a resilience and well-being focus to address the student mental health crisis.Kathleen RogersFri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 The School Mental Health Collaborative (SMHC), a new research center launches at the 91tvӰԺ College of EducationThe School Mental Health Collaborative center located on the Tampa campus, utilizes a prevention approach with a resilience and well-being focus to address the student mental health crisis.Professor with student/education/blog/2023/school-mental-health-collaborative-a-new-research-center.aspxCenters and Institutes,ResearchMental Health,School Psychology/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-professors-awarded-library-of-congress-grant-continuation.aspxThe Library of Congress has awarded 91tvӰԺ College of Education professors continuation funding to expand the training and research activities that strengthen the skills of early childhood teachers to support preschoolers’ exploratory learning and play-based inquiry using community-based historical photographs.Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ College of Education Professors awarded Library of Congress Grant ContinuationThe Library of Congress has awarded 91tvӰԺ College of Education professors continuation funding to expand the training and research activities that strengthen the skills of early childhood teachers to support preschoolers’ exploratory learning and play-based inquiry using community-based historical photographs.Michael and Ilene Berson/education/blog/2023/usf-college-of-education-professors-awarded-library-of-congress-grant-continuation.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchEarly Childhood Education,Elementary Education,Social Science Educationhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2022/usf-reach-museum-studies-montgomery.aspxEight 91tvӰԺ professors journeyed to Montgomery, Ala., this summer to learn about and to reflect on the civil rights movement in the United States and to develop ways to best teach the lessons they learned to today’s students.External ArticleTue, 16 Aug 2022 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ professors study the civil rights movement during REACH Montgomery Museum Studies program in AlabamaEight 91tvӰԺ professors journeyed to Montgomery, Ala., this summer to learn about and to reflect on the civil rights movement in the United States and to develop ways to best teach the lessons they learned to today’s students.Participants in a museum in Alabamahttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2022/usf-reach-museum-studies-montgomery.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchDiversity,Sarasota-Manatee campus/education/blog/2022/what-eye-tracking-research-tells-us-about-keeping-student-attention-in-the-classroom.aspxIn a recently published research brief for the David C. Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching, College of Education Professor David Rosengrant explores the use of eye trackers to study student attention and how educators can use the insights from this research to maintain interest in the classroom.Tue, 14 Jun 2022 00:00:00 What eye-tracking research tells us about keeping student attention in the classroomIn a recently published research brief for the David C. Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching, College of Education Professor David Rosengrant explores the use of eye trackers to study student attention and how educators can use the insights from this research to maintain interest in the classroom.Students with teacher in a classroom small group discussion/education/blog/2022/what-eye-tracking-research-tells-us-about-keeping-student-attention-in-the-classroom.aspxCenters and Institutes,Research,Resources for EducatorsDavid C. Anchin Center,STEM Educationhttps://theconversation.com/warning-signs-can-be-detected-sooner-through-universal-screenings-for-student-mental-health-183898In an article written for The Conversation, College of Education Associate Professor Nathaniel von der Embse discusses the proactive system of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports and the critical role schools play in supporting student mental health.External ArticleFri, 03 Jun 2022 15:00:00 The Conversation: Warning signs can be detected sooner through universal screenings for student mental healthIn an article written for The Conversation, College of Education Associate Professor Nathaniel von der Embse discusses the proactive system of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports and the critical role schools play in supporting student mental health.Small school boy in medical mask holding learning materials standing near a school bushttps://theconversation.com/warning-signs-can-be-detected-sooner-through-universal-screenings-for-student-mental-health-183898ResearchMental Health,School Psychology/education/blog/2022/usf-faculty-students-present-2022-aera-annual-meeting.aspxThe research of more than 70 91tvӰԺ researchers and graduate students will be presented to the educational research community at the 2022 AERA Annual Meeting from April 21-26 in San Diego, CA.Mon, 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ faculty, students to present at 2022 American Educational Research Association Annual MeetingThe research of more than 70 91tvӰԺ researchers and graduate students will be presented to the educational research community at the 2022 AERA Annual Meeting from April 21-26 in San Diego, CA.San Diego city skyline/education/blog/2022/usf-faculty-students-present-2022-aera-annual-meeting.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchConference Presentations/education/blog/2022/research-team-receives-grant-launch-oral-history-project-civics-education-government.aspxThe 91tvӰԺ College of Education was awarded a $1 million grant by the Florida Department of Education to develop a new series of oral history resources that will be used by educators, school districts and the public as part of Florida’s revised civics education curriculum.Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ research team receives $1 million grant to launch oral history project exploring civics education, varying systems of governmentThe 91tvӰԺ College of Education was awarded a $1 million grant by the Florida Department of Education to develop a new series of oral history resources that will be used by educators, school districts and the public as part of Florida’s revised civics education curriculum.Map of Florida/education/blog/2022/research-team-receives-grant-launch-oral-history-project-civics-education-government.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchCivics Education,Florida Department of Education/education/blog/2022/usf-team-receives-caplan-foundation-grant-help-caregivers-support-preschoolers-mental-health.aspxA 91tvӰԺ research team has received a $50,000 grant from the Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood to launch a new project that will help caregivers identify early warning signs of mental health issues in young children.Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ team receives grant to help caregivers support preschoolers’ mental healthA 91tvӰԺ research team has received a $50,000 grant from the Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood to launch a new project that will help caregivers identify early warning signs of mental health issues in young children.Kids sitting on the floor of a preschool classroom/education/blog/2022/usf-team-receives-caplan-foundation-grant-help-caregivers-support-preschoolers-mental-health.aspxResearch,Resources for EducatorsMental Health,School Psychologyhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2022/research-shows-importance-of-mulicultural-books.aspxWhen the pandemic began and schools moved to remote learning, many parents and caregivers were afraid their children would fall behind academically and socially. Responding to those concerns led College of Education professors AnnMarie Gunn and Susan Bennett to team up with the Police Athletic League (PAL) of St. Petersburg, which seeks to inspire hope and transform the lives of at-risk youth.External ArticleThu, 27 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Research shows importance of providing multicultural books that reflect children’s identity during the pandemicWhen the pandemic began and schools moved to remote learning, many parents and caregivers were afraid their children would fall behind academically and socially. Responding to those concerns led College of Education professors AnnMarie Gunn and Susan Bennett to team up with the Police Athletic League (PAL) of St. Petersburg, which seeks to inspire hope and transform the lives of at-risk youth.Police mentors delivering books to a childhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2022/research-shows-importance-of-mulicultural-books.aspxCommunity Engagement,ResearchCommunity Partnerships,Literacy Studies,St. Petersburg campus/news/2021/city-of-st-pete-approves-usf-researchers-recommendations-on-systemic-racism.aspxSt. Petersburg City Council members are moving forward with a plan created by an interdisciplinary team of researchers coordinated by the 91tvӰԺ on how to identify and address structural racism in the community.External ArticleFri, 10 Dec 2021 09:00:00 City of St. Petersburg approves 91tvӰԺ and community researchers’ recommendations on how to address systemic racismSt. Petersburg City Council members are moving forward with a plan created by an interdisciplinary team of researchers coordinated by the 91tvӰԺ on how to identify and address structural racism in the community.Building Bridges and Supporting Racial Equity logo/news/2021/city-of-st-pete-approves-usf-researchers-recommendations-on-systemic-racism.aspxCommunity Engagement,ResearchAnti-Racism,David C. Anchin Center,Mathematics Education/education/blog/2021/associate-professor-discusses-new-book-teacher-education-preparation.aspxA reflection of the authors' research interests and experiences, the book, titled “(Re)Designing Programs: A Vision for Equity-Centered, Clinically Based Teacher Preparation,” explores the current issues faced in K-12 schools and the need to flip teacher learning upside-down.Jessenia RiveraThu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Associate professor discusses new book on teacher education, educator preparationA reflection of the authors' research interests and experiences, the book, titled “(Re)Designing Programs: A Vision for Equity-Centered, Clinically Based Teacher Preparation,” explores the current issues faced in K-12 schools and the need to flip teacher learning upside-down.Redesigning Programs Book Cover/education/blog/2021/associate-professor-discusses-new-book-teacher-education-preparation.aspxResearch,Resources for EducatorsElementary Education,Teacher Leadership/education/blog/2021/usf-hosted-research-journal-special-issue-teaching-inquiry-during-covid.aspxThe Journal of Practitioner Research, an open-access journal housed in the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, published a special issue about the challenges and opportunities teachers are facing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.Elizabeth EngasserWed, 27 Oct 2021 10:00:00 91tvӰԺ-hosted research journal publishes special issue on teaching, inquiry during COVID-19The Journal of Practitioner Research, an open-access journal housed in the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, published a special issue about the challenges and opportunities teachers are facing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.Kids with a teacher in a classroom disinfecting a table/education/blog/2021/usf-hosted-research-journal-special-issue-teaching-inquiry-during-covid.aspxCenters and Institutes,Research,Resources for EducatorsCOVID-19,David C. Anchin Center/education/blog/2021/research-team-awarded-grant-school-psychology-scholars.aspxA 91tvӰԺ research team was awarded a $1.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to fund a multi-year project that will prepare the next generation of educators and scholars within the school psychology profession.Rocky D. BullWed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Research team awarded $1.9 million grant to prepare next generation of school psychology scholarsA 91tvӰԺ research team was awarded a $1.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to fund a multi-year project that will prepare the next generation of educators and scholars within the school psychology profession.A school psychologist speaking with a teenager./education/blog/2021/research-team-awarded-grant-school-psychology-scholars.aspxResearchGraduate Studies,Pasco County Schools,School Psychology/education/blog/2021/associate-professor-launches-interdisciplinary-research-center-caribbean-university.aspxIn collaboration with the University of West Indies Cave Hill, College of Education associate professor Patriann Smith recently launched an interdisciplinary research center in Bridgetown, Barbados.Jessenia RiveraFri, 24 Sep 2021 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ associate professor launches interdisciplinary research center in partnership with Caribbean universityIn collaboration with the University of West Indies Cave Hill, College of Education associate professor Patriann Smith recently launched an interdisciplinary research center in Bridgetown, Barbados.Mutual Life Assurance Society building in Bridgetown, Barbados/education/blog/2021/associate-professor-launches-interdisciplinary-research-center-caribbean-university.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchInternational,Literacy Studies/education/blog/2021/usf-research-team-library-of-congress-grant-visual-literacy-historical-inquiry-children.aspxA 91tvӰԺ research team received a Library of Congress grant for a project that will strengthen the skills of early childhood teachers in supporting preschoolers’ exploratory learning and play-based inquiry using community-based historical photographs.Rocky D. BullFri, 10 Sep 2021 10:00:00 91tvӰԺ research team awarded Library of Congress grant to promote visual literacy and historical inquiry with young childrenA 91tvӰԺ research team received a Library of Congress grant for a project that will strengthen the skills of early childhood teachers in supporting preschoolers’ exploratory learning and play-based inquiry using community-based historical photographs.Children using a laptop to access the KidCitizen website./education/blog/2021/usf-research-team-library-of-congress-grant-visual-literacy-historical-inquiry-children.aspxCommunity Engagement,ResearchCommunity Partnerships,Early Childhood Education,Social Science Education/education/blog/2021/the-connection-between-literacy-climate-change-teachers-eco-justice-literacies.aspxHow can teachers prepare to introduce escalating social justice issues like climate change into their literacy curriculum? 91tvӰԺ Assistant Professor Alexandra Panos offers some tips in-service teachers can follow.Elizabeth EngasserThu, 09 Sep 2021 00:00:00 What’s the connection between literacy and climate change? How teachers can introduce eco-justice literacies into their classroomsHow can teachers prepare to introduce escalating social justice issues like climate change into their literacy curriculum? 91tvӰԺ Assistant Professor Alexandra Panos offers some tips in-service teachers can follow.Book with environment theme/education/blog/2021/the-connection-between-literacy-climate-change-teachers-eco-justice-literacies.aspxResearch,Resources for EducatorsLiteracy Studies/education/blog/2021/associate-professor-receives-usf-outstanding-research-achievement-award.aspxCollege of Education Associate Professor Patriann Smith, PhD, was a recipient of 91tvӰԺ’s Outstanding Research Achievement Award. Presented by 91tvӰԺ Research and Innovation, this year’s awards recognized 22 faculty members for their achievements in research productivity.Rocky D. BullThu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Associate professor receives 91tvӰԺ Outstanding Research Achievement AwardCollege of Education Associate Professor Patriann Smith, PhD, was a recipient of 91tvӰԺ’s Outstanding Research Achievement Award. Presented by 91tvӰԺ Research and Innovation, this year’s awards recognized 22 faculty members for their achievements in research productivity.Patriann Smith/education/blog/2021/associate-professor-receives-usf-outstanding-research-achievement-award.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchAwards and Honors,Literacy Studies/education/blog/2021/research-team-nsf-grant-ai-technologies.aspxA 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) research team was awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study the public’s understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and to teach people how to identify deceptive uses of these technologies online.Elizabeth EngasserWed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ research team receives NSF grant to study the public’s understanding of artificial intelligence, cybersecurityA 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) research team was awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study the public’s understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and to teach people how to identify deceptive uses of these technologies online.Child using laptop and tablet/education/blog/2021/research-team-nsf-grant-ai-technologies.aspxResearchCybersecurity Education,Instructional Technology/education/blog/2021/research-study-runners-new-product.aspxA research team from the 91tvӰԺ is recruiting runners for a study on a new product developed to reduce muscle soreness.Rocky D. BullMon, 26 Jul 2021 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ research study seeks runners to test new productA research team from the 91tvӰԺ is recruiting runners for a study on a new product developed to reduce muscle soreness.A person's feet while they run outside at sunset/education/blog/2021/research-study-runners-new-product.aspxResearchExercise Science/education/blog/2021/faculty-receive-research-grants-institute-educational-sciences.aspxTwo faculty members from the 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) College of Education received funding from the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) to support multi-year research projects that will explore learning outcomes for Latino dual-language learners and multi-informant assessment solutions that improve mental health outcomes of middle school students.Rocky D. BullFri, 16 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Two College of Education faculty members awarded research grants from Institute of Education SciencesTwo faculty members from the 91tvӰԺ (91tvӰԺ) College of Education received funding from the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) to support multi-year research projects that will explore learning outcomes for Latino dual-language learners and multi-informant assessment solutions that improve mental health outcomes of middle school students.Headshots of Lisa Lopez and Nathaniel von der Embse/education/blog/2021/faculty-receive-research-grants-institute-educational-sciences.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchEducational Psychology,School Psychology/education/blog/2021/professor-mini-service-grant-literacy-initiative-st-petersburg.aspxLaSonya Moore, an assistant professor in the College of Education at 91tvӰԺ’s St. Petersburg campus, has launched a literacy project through a mini service grant she received from the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg.Jessenia RiveraThu, 13 May 2021 00:00:00 Assistant professor uses mini service grant to launch literacy project in St. PetersburgLaSonya Moore, an assistant professor in the College of Education at 91tvӰԺ’s St. Petersburg campus, has launched a literacy project through a mini service grant she received from the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg.Grandmother reading with grandchildren/education/blog/2021/professor-mini-service-grant-literacy-initiative-st-petersburg.aspxCommunity Engagement,ResearchLiteracy Studies,St. Petersburg campus/marine-science/news/2021/usf-team-selected-to-join-new-nsf-diversity-program.aspxA cross-departmental team from 91tvӰԺ is one of four groups chosen nationwide to participate in a new National Science Foundation (NSF) pilot program called All-ABOARD, which stands for “Alliance-Building Offshore to Achieve Resilience and Diversity.” Members of the team that prepared the application from the College of Education include Ruthmae Sears, PhD, and Dana Thompson Dorsey, PhD.External ArticleFri, 07 May 2021 12:00:00 91tvӰԺ Team Selected to Join New NSF Diversity ProgramA cross-departmental team from 91tvӰԺ is one of four groups chosen nationwide to participate in a new National Science Foundation (NSF) pilot program called All-ABOARD, which stands for “Alliance-Building Offshore to Achieve Resilience and Diversity.” Members of the team that prepared the application from the College of Education include Ruthmae Sears, PhD, and Dana Thompson Dorsey, PhD.A research ship, the RV Sally Ride/marine-science/news/2021/usf-team-selected-to-join-new-nsf-diversity-program.aspxResearchDavid C. Anchin Center,Mathematics Education/news/2021/usf-college-of-education-assistant-professor-to-establish-caribbean-educational-research-center-through-3-6-million-grant.aspxPatriann Smith, assistant professor of literacy studies in the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, has been awarded a three-year, $3.6 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).External ArticleMon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ College of Education assistant professor to establish Caribbean educational research center through $3.6 million grantPatriann Smith, assistant professor of literacy studies in the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, has been awarded a three-year, $3.6 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).Patriann Smith photographed with her younger brother, David Smith, during a family visit to Soufriere./news/2021/usf-college-of-education-assistant-professor-to-establish-caribbean-educational-research-center-through-3-6-million-grant.aspxCenters and Institutes,Faculty and Staff,ResearchDavid C. Anchin Center,International,Literacy Studies/education/blog/2021/usf-aera-presentations-guide.aspxThe research of more than 80 91tvӰԺ faculty and graduate students will be presented to the educational research community at the 2021 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting from April 8-12.Rocky D. BullWed, 31 Mar 2021 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ faculty, students to present at 2021 American Educational Research Association Annual MeetingThe research of more than 80 91tvӰԺ faculty and graduate students will be presented to the educational research community at the 2021 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting from April 8-12.Laptop with AERA logo on screen/education/blog/2021/usf-aera-presentations-guide.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchConference Presentations,Conferences/news/2021/city-of-st-petersburg-selects-usf-researchers-to-identify-make-recommendations-to-address-systemic-racism.aspxAn interdisciplinary team of researchers from the 91tvӰԺ will assist the city of St. Petersburg in identifying structural racism and make recommendations on how to address the multi-faceted issue.External ArticleTue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 City of St. Petersburg selects 91tvӰԺ researchers to identify, make recommendations to address systemic racismAn interdisciplinary team of researchers from the 91tvӰԺ will assist the city of St. Petersburg in identifying structural racism and make recommendations on how to address the multi-faceted issue.City of St. Petersburg/news/2021/city-of-st-petersburg-selects-usf-researchers-to-identify-make-recommendations-to-address-systemic-racism.aspxResearchMathematics Education/education/about-us/news/2020/virtual-pecha-kucha-2020.aspxThe Pecha Kucha Research Event featured the work of eight College of Education faculty and student researchers who were challenged to demonstrate the most captivating elements of their research in 6 minutes and 40 seconds.External ArticleWed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Virtual Pecha Kucha allows faculty, students to share brief research presentationsThe Pecha Kucha Research Event featured the work of eight College of Education faculty and student researchers who were challenged to demonstrate the most captivating elements of their research in 6 minutes and 40 seconds.91tvӰԺ College of Education/education/about-us/news/2020/virtual-pecha-kucha-2020.aspxResearchPecha Kucha/education/about-us/news/2020/literacy-studies-lra-conference-2020.aspxStudents, faculty members and alumni from 91tvӰԺ’s Literacy Studies Program present their research at the Literacy Research Association’s 70th Annual Conference.External ArticleTue, 01 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Literacy Studies faculty and students to present research, receive awards at Literacy Research Association Annual ConferenceStudents, faculty members and alumni from 91tvӰԺ’s Literacy Studies Program present their research at the Literacy Research Association’s 70th Annual Conference.Literacy Research Association Logo/education/about-us/news/2020/literacy-studies-lra-conference-2020.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and Staff,ResearchConference Presentations/education/about-us/news/2020/usf-preschool-grant-supports-student-parents.aspxThe 91tvӰԺ Preschool for Creative Learning received a $1.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to provide financial assistance and other resources to 91tvӰԺ students who are parents of preschool-aged children.External ArticleMon, 09 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Preschool for Creative Learning receives $1.3 million grant to support 91tvӰԺ student parentsThe 91tvӰԺ Preschool for Creative Learning received a $1.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to provide financial assistance and other resources to 91tvӰԺ students who are parents of preschool-aged children.91tvӰԺ: A Preeminent Research University/education/about-us/news/2020/usf-preschool-grant-supports-student-parents.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchEarly Childhood Education,91tvӰԺ Preschool for Creative Learning/news/2020/virtual-characters-created-at-usf-teach-emergent-bilingual-students-english.aspxA new research-based app developed by College of Education Assistant Professor Sara Smith will soon be accessible to K-12 students and teachers in an effort to bolster a more multilingual society.External ArticleMon, 09 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Virtual characters created at 91tvӰԺ to teach emergent bilingual students EnglishA new research-based app developed by College of Education Assistant Professor Sara Smith will soon be accessible to K-12 students and teachers in an effort to bolster a more multilingual society.MARVL app demonstrated on smart phone/news/2020/virtual-characters-created-at-usf-teach-emergent-bilingual-students-english.aspxResearchEnglish Language Learners,Foreign Language Education/news/2020/usf-selects-23-research-projects-for-funding-in-anti-racism-effort.aspxA 91tvӰԺ research task force working to address racial issues and attitudes on a local, national and global scale has selected 23 projects exploring a wide range of issues in systemic inequality, economic and health disparities, Black history and contemporary challenges for funding. Multiple research projects from faculty and staff in the College of Education were selected for funding.External ArticleWed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ selects 23 research projects for funding in anti-racism effortA 91tvӰԺ research task force working to address racial issues and attitudes on a local, national and global scale has selected 23 projects exploring a wide range of issues in systemic inequality, economic and health disparities, Black history and contemporary challenges for funding. Multiple research projects from faculty and staff in the College of Education were selected for funding.Hands that have "stop racism" written on them/news/2020/usf-selects-23-research-projects-for-funding-in-anti-racism-effort.aspxResearchAnti-Racism,COVID-19/education/about-us/news/2020/research-project-computer-science-middle-school-history.aspxA new NSF-funded research project aims to broaden middle school students’ participation in meaningful and culturally relevant computer science instruction during their history classes.External ArticleWed, 19 Aug 2020 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ researchers partner with nonprofits CodeVA, TERC on NSF-funded project to bring computer science into Virginia’s middle school history classroomsA new NSF-funded research project aims to broaden middle school students’ participation in meaningful and culturally relevant computer science instruction during their history classes.Teacher with students in a classroom on a tablet/education/about-us/news/2020/research-project-computer-science-middle-school-history.aspxResearchComputer Science,Social Science Education/education/about-us/news/2020/anchin-center-scholars-residence-stem-fellow.aspxThe David C. Anchin Center welcomes 91tvӰԺ faculty members each year to participate in the Scholar-in-Residence Program. New this year, the Anchin Center’s STEM Fellows Program welcomes faculty to explore research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education.External ArticleWed, 22 Jul 2020 09:00:00 David C. Anchin Center announces new Scholars-in-Residence, STEM FellowThe David C. Anchin Center welcomes 91tvӰԺ faculty members each year to participate in the Scholar-in-Residence Program. New this year, the Anchin Center’s STEM Fellows Program welcomes faculty to explore research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education.David C. Anchin Center front entrance to building/education/about-us/news/2020/anchin-center-scholars-residence-stem-fellow.aspxCenters and Institutes,Faculty and Staff,ResearchDavid C. Anchin Center,Educational Leadership,STEM Education,Science Education/education/about-us/news/2020/napds-presentations-awards-2020.aspxFaculty members and students from the College of Education shared their research and innovations at the National Association for Professional Development Schools’ National Conference.External ArticleFri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:00 College of Education students and faculty present research, win awards at NAPDS National ConferenceFaculty members and students from the College of Education shared their research and innovations at the National Association for Professional Development Schools’ National Conference.Students and faculty at the NAPDS conference/education/about-us/news/2020/napds-presentations-awards-2020.aspxAcademics,Research,Student LifeConferences,Early Childhood Education,Elementary Education/education/about-us/news/2020/social-science-professor-fulbright-award-spain.aspxCollege of Education Professor Bárbara C. Cruz was selected as a Fulbright Scholar for the Spring 2020 semester and traveled to Alicante, Spain in January to teach and conduct research at the Universidad de Alicante.External ArticleWed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Social Science Education professor receives Fulbright Award to SpainCollege of Education Professor Bárbara C. Cruz was selected as a Fulbright Scholar for the Spring 2020 semester and traveled to Alicante, Spain in January to teach and conduct research at the Universidad de Alicante.Bárbara Cruz/education/about-us/news/2020/social-science-professor-fulbright-award-spain.aspxFaculty and Staff,ResearchAwards and Honors,International,Social Science Education/education/about-us/news/2019/grant-doctoral-studies-special-education-leadership.aspxThe 91tvӰԺ College of Education was awarded a grant to support education professionals pursuing doctoral studies in leadership roles within the field of special education.External ArticleFri, 18 Oct 2019 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ receives grant to support doctoral studies in literacy interventions, special education leadershipThe 91tvӰԺ College of Education was awarded a grant to support education professionals pursuing doctoral studies in leadership roles within the field of special education.Teacher reading a book with student with disabilities/education/about-us/news/2019/grant-doctoral-studies-special-education-leadership.aspxCollege of Education News,ResearchEducational Leadership,Special Education/education/about-us/news/2019/youth-mental-health-pasco-schools.aspxTo address the growing mental health needs of middle school students, 91tvӰԺ researchers are partnering with Pasco County Schools to train teachers in how to identify and improve student mental health problems.External ArticleTue, 30 Jul 2019 00:00:00 91tvӰԺ Research Team Trains Middle School Educators in Identifying, Improving Student Mental Health ProblemsTo address the growing mental health needs of middle school students, 91tvӰԺ researchers are partnering with Pasco County Schools to train teachers in how to identify and improve student mental health problems.School psychology professor leads workshop in local school/education/about-us/news/2019/youth-mental-health-pasco-schools.aspxAcademics,College of Education News,Community Engagement,ResearchPasco County Schools,School Psychology/education/about-us/news/2019/bill-campbell-nutritional-research-achievement-award.aspxCollege of Education Associate Professor Bill Campbell was recognized as the 16th recipient of the 2019 Nutritional Research Achievement Award by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.External ArticleMon, 22 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Associate Professor receives 2019 Nutritional Research Achievement Award from National Strength and Conditioning AssociationCollege of Education Associate Professor Bill Campbell was recognized as the 16th recipient of the 2019 Nutritional Research Achievement Award by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.Bill Campbell NCSA Award/education/about-us/news/2019/bill-campbell-nutritional-research-achievement-award.aspxCollege of Education News,Faculty and Staff,ResearchAwards and Honors,Exercise Science/education/about-us/news/2019/wipro-program-second-cohort.aspxA new cohort of 20 science educators was welcomed into the Tampa Bay Wipro Science Education Fellowship Program at the program’s annual induction ceremony.External ArticleThu, 09 May 2019 00:00:00 Second cohort of teachers joins Tampa Bay Wipro Science Education Fellowship ProgramA new cohort of 20 science educators was welcomed into the Tampa Bay Wipro Science Education Fellowship Program at the program’s annual induction ceremony.91tvӰԺ Wipro SEF second cohort group photo/education/about-us/news/2019/wipro-program-second-cohort.aspxCollege of Education News,Community Engagement,ResearchHillsborough County Public Schools,Pasco County Schools,Pinellas County Schools,Science Education