November 13-17 is National School Psychology Awareness Week. The goal of this week is to recognize the role that school psychologists play in schools and to join others across the country in making a commitment to be agents of positive change in schools. This year's theme is Power Up! Be a Positive Charge.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. The Florida Department of Education defines bullying as systematically and chronically inflicting physical hurt or psychological distress on one or more students or employees that is severe or pervasive enough to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment; or unreasonably interfere with the individual's school performance or participation.
September 6th is National Read a Book Day. In a world where digital media is king, it's important to remember the benefits of reading good old-fashioned books (think stress reduction, keeping your mind sharp, and better sleep).We asked our faculty and staff here in the College of Education about their favorite books. Read on to learn about their must-reads!
I applied to the FSU COE from a recommendation from Bill Mattera ' a graduate of the college's Higher Education program who was the residence hall director and my supervisor in undergrad. Bill was a proud Seminole during football season, which is quite noticeable at a college without a football team! The fellowship I received definitely influenced my decision, too!
I have known since 9th grade that I wanted to teach special education. My family came to tour FSU because my twin sister was interested in attending. I originally wasn't considering FSU, but after touring, I liked what I saw and heard and I looked more into the College of Education. I found information on the special education program and I was sold when I read about the BS/MS set up the program offered.
Dr. Marty Swanbrow Becker, assistant professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Learning Systems, was recently invited to author a blog post for the Brookings Institution. The post discusses the popular Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" and how we can leverage it to increase awareness about suicide prevention among students. Check out the article below:
I currently work for the Denver Broncos as their Partnership Activation Coordinator. My job entails working with our official sponsors and executing the details of their contracts. All game day and off-season activations that you see happening behind the scenes, we plan and arrange. The type of clients I work with can range from Fortune 500 national companies to local Colorado businesses.
Are you a member of any student/campus organizations? If so, which ones? I am a board member of the Instructional Systems Students Association (ISSA) and I am the head of the reporting committee in ISSA.
I actually have three different job titles at the moment: Satellite Program Coordinator, FSU Satellite Program in Visual Disabilities; Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments, Florida Instructional Materials Center for the Visually Impaired (FIMC-VI); and Transition Coordinator, Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind Transition Program.
I am an Assistant Equipment Manager for both the Men's and Women's Basketball teams at FSU. My main job is to wash the laundry for both teams, prepare and pack their uniforms and distribute Nike apparel to the players and staff. During home games, I sit by the bench and assist the players, coaches, and trainers by getting towels or anything else they may need. The best part of my job is being able to work directly with a representative from Nike to order and receive all the clothes and shoes that the players wear.
Here in the FSU College of Education, one of our greatest strengths is the collaboration of our faculty and students across all four departments on research that informs both policy and practice. Our latest efforts are focused on education, equity, and global citizenship. Topics covered include gender differences in math and science education, international teaching and learning, social justice, local politics and access to education, and inequality in youth sports programs. Read on to see our latest publications in these areas.
I'm an assistant principal at a Title I High School in Palm Beach County, Florida. My job consists of assisting the principal in all duties related to helping the school reach the school improvement goals while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment in which all students are empowered to reach their highest potential. Other duties include being in charge of discipline and academics for over 400 students, math department, school-wide positive behavior support initiative and mentoring program at the school.
The Super Bowl is one of the most watched events on the planet. On February 5, the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL will play for the 51st Super Bowl championship in Houston, TX. Millions will be watching, enthusiastically rooting for their favorite team. We spoke with Florida State University Sport Psychology Professors Dr. Graig Chow and Dr. Gershon Tenenbaum about what is going on in these elite athletes' heads before this big game and how sport psychology professionals can help them prepare.
January 23-27, 2017 is Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida!. The goal of Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! is to promote literacy throughout the state by raising awareness in your community and with students. The 2017 theme is Literacy Changes Our World.
Educational leadership is a noble profession. It combines academics, research, and practical teaching pedagogy that allows those with an advanced degree in education leadership to pursue a wide range of careers. Educational leaders can become advanced teachers, curriculum designers, education policymakers, and most commonly, administrators.
The education industry is one of the best career paths for those who are looking to have an impact on the youth of today, make a competitive salary, and attain job security. Specifically, the federal government is making a huge push for education, especially in STEM-related fields, ensuring that the professions of teaching, policy, and research in education fields are only going to grow.
We think it is a no brainer, but if you still need a little push on deciding to come to Florida State University College of Education for your graduate degree, check out these stats.
Today, studying society and the relationships of the people within society is crucial to the understanding of who we are, what we do, and where we are going in the future. As such, teachers who are able to educate students and impart the importance of social science are a rare commodity. A Ph.D. in Social Science Education opens up a broad range of opportunities to make an impact on the world we live in.
There are two primary doctorate programs in the field of education: the Ed.D. (doctor of education) and the Ph.D. (doctor of philosophy). Both of these degrees are great for those who are pursuing a career in education, but each comes with its own focus. The best way to decide which degree best suits you is to understand how each degree compliments a specific career path within education.
If you're pursuing a degree to enhance your career options, you'll be glad to know that earning just about any degree will put you far ahead in the working world than someone who forgoes college altogether. But did you know that if you earn an education degree in STEM fields, you'll be joining an ever-growing industry of educators who are having a massive impact on students' futures as well as the STEM industry as a whole?
With a Ph.D. in Education, you will be able to influence others and impact learning policies. There are plenty of career opportunities at competitive wages and different areas you can specialize in with your studies. Below are the Top 7 reasons why you should earn your Ph.D. in Education from Florida State University.
If you're interested in getting a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, you may wonder what kind of jobs will be open for you when you finish. It's an understandable concern given today's very tight work environment. You don't want to spend all that time getting a degree only to find you can't get a job that you'll love.
With recent advancements in technology, distance education has become readily available to students in most major universities across the country. Many higher ed administrators tout the ample benefits of online degree programs. According to Babson Survey Research Group, the number of college students enrolled in an online program in 2015 was up 3.9 percent since the previous year (source).
Students who have autism is a growing demographic in today's education industry. As more progressive approaches to education continue to improve access to students with disabilities, teachers who are able to support new teaching methodologies and who are trained to specifically work in that environment are going to be in demand. With a bachelor's degree, many educators aren't fully trained to deal with the nuances of working with children with Autism; however, many graduate programs that focus on special education help provide students with the ability to work effectively.
Florida State University is one of the best universities in the southeastern United States. For Colleges of Education, U.S. News & World Report ranks it #37 in the nation, tied with Penn State. The college offers a wide range of programs that are designed to help students pursue meaningful careers in the education industry, whether that's teaching, administration, or research.
As a nation, our education industry has recognized a shortcoming in our students. We've fallen behind other industrialized countries in terms of STEM-related fields, which include Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Not only does a STEM-focused education open students to new subjects, it also allows for different learning methodologies to be utilized.
With the growing importance placed on efficiency, big data, and technology by corporations all over the world, highly-educated math teachers are increasingly in demand. The U.S. Bureau of Statistics states that the market for Ph.D.s in math education and related fields will grow by 23% between 2012 and 2022, and mean salary is predicted to hit $110,000. But the big question for anyone who graduates with an advanced degree in math education is: What can you do with it?
Educational psychology strives to answer these questions. It is the study of how people learn, retain and use information. Just as we learn in a variety of settings, educational psychologists work in a variety of settings. An educational psychologist may work in a K-12 school setting, at a college or university, or at a community agency. In a school setting, an educational psychologist may work with students, parents, teachers, or all three in order to improve student learning.
A Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) is an advanced degree in the education field. It differs from a Ph.D. in that it is designed for a practitioner as opposed to a researcher. Those who pursue an Ed.D. do so because they have an interest in education policy, how it impacts teaching process and practice, and how it can better the field of education overall. Often times, graduates with an Ed.D. go on to land high-impact policy positions at local and state school districts, think tanks, and companies who are involved in the education industry.
Attending graduate school online can help you achieve your academic and professional goals and is usually a huge steps towards bettering your career. By knowing where you are going and how to get there, you can make strides in the right direction while enjoying what you do. So, to maintain a work-study-life balance, we recommend keeping to these five rules given to us by some of our current grad students.
Remember when you were in school, learning some advanced component of algebra, thinking to yourself, "I'm never going to use this in real life"? Whether you know it or not, you're using advanced math on a daily basis. The principles of geometry, algebra, calculus, and statistics are inherent in several seemingly mundane activities that we do every single day.
As a leader in the STEM field, Florida State University regularly participates in ground-breaking research projects in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. For prospective and current students interested in getting involved in research projects, or those interested in getting funding or grants for your work, please check out some of our previous posts on this blog.
It's commonly known that individuals who possess advanced degrees have more career opportunities and typically retain a higher salary throughout their lives. But how does that break down for those who pursue varying degrees in education?
Educational Psychology is a highly specialized area within the education field. Educational psychologists study how people learn and retain knowledge in classroom settings based on emotional, social, and cognitive factors. Educational psychologists strive to understand what goes on in the classroom and how to improve it.
As a leader in STEM education and policy, FSU's College of Education is always participating in cutting-edge research projects. Our faculty is regularly recognized for their involvement in projects that help to optimize and influence policy, technique, and understanding of the country's education industry.
We often get questions from students about where to look for funding, so we've consolidated a list of doctoral fellowships for students in STEM programs. Fellowships and awards are offered to graduate and post-graduate students pursuing research or specific areas of education in STEM programs. Here's a large list of fellowships and awards for the appropriate candidate.
