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Our children have spent the past two years living through a pandemic, sifting through experiences and learning the new “normal.” Dr. Lindsey Murphy, associate professor in Missouri State University’s department of childhood education and family studies, has worked with children in crisis situations. “In general, caregivers have been more stressed during the pandemic, balancing … [Read more...] about Supporting children in times of uncertainty
When students act out in classrooms, many schools deal with the disruptive behaviors through restraint and seclusion. “Restraint restricts a child’s movement, while seclusion involves removing a child from the academic context,” said Dr. Reesha Adamson, a special education expert at Missouri State University. “Historically, our schools have underreported these incidents.” While … [Read more...] about Reduce negative classroom behaviors with de-escalation strategies
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
According to the American Psychological Association, suicide rates rose at an alarming rate over the past two decades. This is a trend that Robin Farris, licensed counselor and director of Missouri State University’s Center City Counseling Clinic (CCCC), observed over the past decade. “We used to tell students ‘You might see suicidal issues in a semester,’” Farris said. … [Read more...] about Responding to mental health trends
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 initiative … [Read more...] about Teach local: Keeping future educators in Missouri