A select group of diverse teacher educators come together to share how their combined experiences as PK-12 students, PK-12 teachers, and teacher educators impact their perception of education and ways to teach and learn. The authors of this edited collection impart their individual stories and discuss how such experiences influenced their own teaching practices. Additionally, the authors share their perceptions of effective teaching practices that positively impact culturally diverse, multilingual learners. A focus on social justice, equity and inclusion is included. This compilation of stories greatly contributes to the literature and the practice of teaching as it presents the voices and views of teacher educators who share their PK-12 educational experiences through the lens of critical pedagogists and researchers.
Dr Roseanne Vallice Levy is an Assistant Professor of Special Education at Mercy University, USA, and served as the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for the School of Education from 2016-2017 and 2019-2024. She is presently an Executive Board member of the Faculty Association and previously served as President of the Faculty Senate from 2020-2022. Dr Levy earned her BA in Political Science from New York University (USA); MS in Education, with a concentration in Special Education and Social Studies (Grades 7-12), from Long Island University (USA); and PhD in Curriculum and Instruction in Special Education from the University of South Florida (USA). Dr Leila Rosa, currently an administrator in a Massachusetts school district, has a rich professional background including roles as Co-Director of the graduate TESOL program and Assistant Professor at Rhode Island College, USA, and as a lecturer in the University of Massachusetts' Educational Leadership doctoral program. Dr Rosa has taught at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, USA, and the University of South Florida, USA, and offers professional development to teachers in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Dr. Rosa's experiences span roles as an academic, administrator, teacher, student, and most importantly, a parent in the American school system.
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