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Detroit Public Schools reform special ed programs, maintain funding
For the past two years, the state has pressured Detroit Public Schools to reform its special education evaluation system, which had an exceptionally low rating. After facing threats of losing $5...
View ArticleThanks for giving: Former MSU football captain Shinsky opens Mexican orphanage
When it comes to giving back to the community, Spartans are leaders — and the heartwarming story of John Shinsky and his orphanage in Mexico is no exception. Growing up for Shinsky was far from...
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Kinesiology alumnus running 74th marathon
At age 64, with 73 marathons under his belt, there’s no stopping Steve Coffman. Aside from full-time teaching, he is training for his 35th consecutive Boston Marathon in April 2012. Coffman says his...
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School for the deaf creates program for immigrant teens
Harold Johnson, deaf/hard of hearing special education professor at MSU Expressing oneself as a deaf person is a challenge in itself, but when not given any special accommodations in public school,...
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Special education student wins Outstanding Senior Award
Anna Yanke, a special education student in College of Education, was one of 24 to receive an Outstanding Senior Award for the graduating Class of 2012. The award is given each year on behalf of the...
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States face challenges to improve writing standards
Far too many U.S. students have inadequate writing skills, and the current efforts to improve instruction nationwide may be more challenging than anticipated, research from Michigan State University...
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Greenhow snags #5 spot on top 100 web-savvy profs list
Christine Greenhow, assistant professor in the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Special Education (CEPSE), has been named to Best Online Universities, LLC’s list of Top 100...
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Jacobsen, Roseth to receive Teacher-Scholar Awards
Rebecca Jacobsen, assistant professor of teacher education. Photo by Derrick Turner/Communications and Brand Strategy. Each year, 10 faculty members are chosen to receive Teacher-Scholar Awards at the...
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Seniors pick Pagliaro as outstanding professor
Claudia Pagliaro, associate professor of special education, has received the Outstanding Faculty/Staff Award presented by the Michigan State University Senior Class Council for 2012-13. She was...
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Program helps meet Michigan demand for autism services
Joshua Plavnick Michigan State University will help fill the state’s shortage of professionals qualified to treat autism by offering a new program starting this fall. The Graduate Certificate in...
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New adviser joins staff, wins national honor
H. Michael Zaborowski has joined the team of academic advisors in the Michigan State University College of Education. He is primarily working with students majoring in special education and those...
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MSU launches school improvement website for educators
Michigan State University’s Office of K-12 Outreach, as part of the state program for Title l Priority and Focus schools and districts, has launched MI Toolkit, a new website to help educators in these...
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New approach urged for ‘abysmal’ K-12 writing instruction
Writing instruction in U.S. classrooms is “abysmal” and the Common Core State Standards don’t go far enough to address glaring gaps for students and teachers, a Michigan State University education...
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Video could transform how schools serve teens with autism
Video-based teaching helps teens with autism learn important social skills, and the method eventually could be used widely by schools with limited resources, a Michigan State University researcher...
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In Memoriam: Norman Stewart
Norman Stewart, former Counseling, Educational Psychology and Special Education (CEPSE) distinguished professor, died Nov. 29 at age 82. For more than 40 years, Stewart served as professor emeritus of...
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Online graduate programs rank in nation’s top-20
Michigan State University now ranks 13th in the nation for best online master’s degree programs in education, according to the latest ranking from U.S. News & World Report. MSU has moved up 10...
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Many career options in education, book argues
As many areas of the United States struggle with teacher shortages, a new book is bringing attention to careers not only in teaching, but in many other aspects of education. John Carlson, a professor...
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College ranks 11th in nation for online master’s programs
Michigan State University now ranks 11th in the nation for best online master’s degree programs in education, according to the latest ranking from U.S. News & World Report. In recent years, the...
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Still learning, still LEADING: Programs rank #1 in nation
For the 22nd straight year, the College of Education at Michigan State University has been ranked No. 1 in the nation for both elementary and secondary education. Rehabilitation counseling at MSU also...
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National education advocate to speak at commencement
Kati Haycock, chief executive officer of The Education Trust, will speak to spring 2016 graduates of the College of Education during the Baccalaureate Commencement Ceremony, starting at 4:00 p.m. May 8...
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