Educator Dr. Amber Howard is dedicated to using fair and effective learning methods for students. “The traditional time-based education system requires measuring students using standardized assessments,” said Howard, assistant professor of education at Missouri State University. “But there is no classroom that has all standardized students.” When Howard taught elementary … [Read more...] about Placing the learner at the center
Dr. Barri Tinkler will become the permanent dean of Missouri State University’s College of Education on March 1. Tinkler has been the interim dean since January 2021. “Dr. Tinkler has a strong academic and administrative record,” said MSU Provost Frank Einhellig. “Over the past year, she has helped the College of Education envision the future of teacher education.” Tinkler … [Read more...] about Missouri State names new dean for College of Education
An agreement between Missouri State University and Springfield Public Schools (SPS) aims to keep teachers close to home. The university and SPS signed a memorandum of understanding today (Dec. 9) at Hillcrest High School to create a “Grow Your Own” program, a district-wide initiative that identifies high school and college students who want to become educators. “This … [Read more...] about Teach local: Keeping future educators in Missouri
Dr. Barri Tinkler will begin as interim dean of the College of Education (COE) on Jan. 3, 2021. She replaces Dr. David Hough, who plans to retire Feb. 1, 2021. Tinkler is currently associate dean of the College of Education, and at the same time has served as interim department head for counseling, leadership and special education since May 2020. “Dr. Tinkler will bring a … [Read more...] about College of Education names interim dean