College of Education
Spotlight on Dr. Zakrzewski: A champion for future educators and young learners
Dr. Zakrzewski, a beloved Associate Professor of education in the CSU College of Education, has impacted our college by guiding teaching candidates on technology pedagogy and nurturing their emotional well-being. Her dedication to holistic education, where both skill and heart matter, sets her apart as a true advocate for the next generation of educators. With […]
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Hannah Dawson is an elementary education major who is destined for greatness. She is an excellent student with great character. She always gives her best effort on assignments for class because she cares about learning all she can about being a good teacher. She also has a great attitude and is always very respectful to […]
| READ MORE: College of Education Student SpotlightIs the Master of Education in Physical Education and Sport Coaching for you?
Do you have a passion for sports? For coaching? For strength and conditioning? If so, the MEd in Physical Education and Sport Coaching may be the right degree for you! Our flexible online 30-credit master’s program can be completed in 1 -2 years. The role of physical education teachers and sport coaches is steadily changing […]
| READ MORE: Is the Master of Education in Physical Education and Sport Coaching for you?Teaching Fellows at CSU
I have the privilege of directing the Charleston Southern University Teaching Fellows Program. In my role, I work closely with an exceptional group of teachers-in-training beginning their first year in college until graduation. The South Carolina Teaching Fellows Program is designed to recruit high-achieving high school students into the teaching profession and to help them […]
| READ MORE: Teaching Fellows at CSUCreating an innovative college classroom learning space for preservice teachers
Original Article Published in Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina (TEJSC) Abstract: Creating an innovative space for P-5 preservice teachers to learn the craft of teaching and solidify their calling should be a priority in teacher preparation. This conceptual paper highlighted research-to-practice ideas and processes in creating an innovative learning classroom. Upon examination of the literature, a clear […]
| READ MORE: Creating an innovative college classroom learning space for preservice teachersAdult Learners: Motivations for intellectual growth
For anyone teaching, training, or working alongside adults, Andragogy is a critical concept to know and understand. Like the notion that children’s learning may be enhanced through certain practices (pedagogy), andragogy asserts that adults learn best when some principles are applied (Knowles, 1968). Malcolm Knowles, the predominant theorist behind adult learning theory, posits that six principles of […]
| READ MORE: Adult Learners: Motivations for intellectual growthCelebrations for Retention: The benefits for students and faculty
The need to belong is fundamental to all (Kirk, 2022). No matter where we go or what we are doing, we are all looking to find our place in the settings in which we find ourselves. College can be stressful and intimidating for students as they develop new relationships and a sense of belonging (Kirk, […]
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Within the past few years, Charleston Southern has been expanding on the Experiential Learning Initiative. With how things have changed with this aspect of CSU’s curriculum, it may be confusing to keep up with what it exactly entails. With that being said, this will be an explanation of what lies ahead for students when going […]
| READ MORE: Internships help prepare you for your futureCollege offers more than an academic degree
The experience of going to college includes values beyond earning a degree. Employees at CSU recently shared some specifics with me. Some similarities were seen in their responses, but the range of answers was evident, age and generation differences aside. Critical thinking was a specifically important value to Charleston Southern University President Dr. Dondi Costin […]
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Whether you are a parent, pastor, coach, marketing executive, or any other myriad of positions, we are all teachers at heart. A parent may be teaching a child the difference between right and wrong. Coaches teach their congregation about Jesus. Marketing executives teach others about their ideas and try to gain support for them. Teaching […]
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