Some have lost parents and even entire families to a civil war that lasted 12 years, yet others narrowly escaped getting caught up in the endemic gang life in El Salvador before finding their professional calling, and they have put the details down on paper. Deep in concentration, some fighting back tears, 17 middle school teachers and administrators from the Central American country read each other's autobiographical essays that were published in personalized books they can take with them when they complete their six months of study at California State University, Dominguez Hills. “Some were raised by grandparents when their parents were killed in the revolution in El Salvador. ... Read More
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Danny Brassell Reads Between the Lines to Inspire
Danny Brassell is big on reading, but he is no book snob. The California State University, Dominguez Hills professor of teacher education pointed out that there are myriad forms of reading materials, from newspapers and magazines, to electronic readers as well as the Internet, emails and even text messages. It doesn't matter to him what people read, he just wants them to get turned on to reading. “Reading doesn't just mean it's in a really old book,” said Brassell, a librarian's son. “If people want to read Sports Illustrated on the toilet, that's what they should be reading.” He also absolves readers from books they aren't enjoying. “If you don't like the first ... Read More
Central American Teachers Visit CSU Dominguez Hills
This semester, elementary school teachers from rural schools in Central America and the Dominican Republic visited California State University, Dominguez Hills to learn about primary education in the United States and how to implement best practices in their schools at home. The visiting scholars were supported by the Scholarships for Education and Economic Development (SEED) program administered by the Center for Intercultural Education and Development at Georgetown University. In addition, the College of Extended & International Education (CEIE) was awarded a grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), to provide instruction for the teachers by the ... Read More
In Memoriam: Hedy Moscovici (1955- 2011)
Hedy Moscovici, professor of education, died on Nov. 4 following a long struggle with cancer; she was 56 years old. Deeply committed to fostering diversity and excellence in the teaching profession, she focused her research on the teaching of math and science in elementary, secondary and college levels. Earlier this year, she was recognized for her contributions to the profession as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science at the organization's annual meeting in Washington D.C. “Hedy was an enthusiastic and skilled teacher, and was passionate about making science real for high school teachers,” says Anupama Joshi, acting dean of the College of Professional ... Read More
Hedy Moscovici: Florida State Alumna Honored for Contributions to Science Education
Hedy Moscovici was recently selected as a Fellow by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for her research and service to professional organizations. The professor of education at California State University, Dominguez Hills has focused her research on the teaching of mathematics and science at the elementary, secondary, and college levels and the professional development of an international community of teachers. She will be recognized at AAAS's annual conference to be held in Washington D.C. in February. Moscovici was also recognized with the Distinguished Educator Alumna Award by the College of Education at Florida State University. A native of Bucharest, ... Read More
