Dance and Education Double Major, Child Advocacy Minor
"Continuously applying my knowledge firsthand has made my experience at HWS so much more meaningful. During my sophomore year, I took my first education class that required me to go to a local school every week to immerse myself in the real-life experience of being an educator. The Colleges’ Education Department has opened my eyes to opportunities that I never thought would be possible."
The education faculty have scholarly interests as diverse as the subject itself. From digital literacy to neurodiversity, teacher education to language acquisition, at HWS you will gain exciting new knowledge from experts in the discipline. Scroll below to meet our team of innovators, scholars and above all, dedicated teachers. Meet the entire department >
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Children with Disabilities
The intent of this course is for students to develop a thorough understanding of and sensitivity to children and youth who experience disabilities. The course examines the following questions: How does society determine who is considered disabled? What impact does labeling have on children's lives? How special is special education? What are the various disabilities children may experience? How do we create more inclusive communities for children with disabilities?
Current Position: English Teaching Assistant; Fulbright Award Recipient
Current Location: Sofia, Bulgaria
"I have wanted to be a teacher since I was nine years old, so the thought of being able to join a Teacher Education Program that would allow me to be in a classroom starting in my sophomore year was a dream come true."
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