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<title>College of Education hospitality tent at the homecoming parade</title>
<description>With a great spot in the sun, popcorn and candy for everyone, and a close-up view of the parade, the College of Education hospitality tent was the perfect setting to get everybody into school spirit and connect with both new and old Redbirds.</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:10:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2009</title>
<description>Six College of Education alumni, who have  accomplished some outstanding achievements in the field of education, both locally and nationally, were inducted into the College's Hall of Fame.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/halloffame.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:10:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>SUITE attends the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) Meeting</title>
<description>New student organization, focused on current and emerging applications of technology in education, gains national attention at ATIA conference.</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:59:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Pamela Farris: Getting kids interested in reading</title>
<description>"I believe there are a lot of opportunities here. If you aren't doing something, it's because you don't want to. You have a ton of opportunities to choose from. I do like working with a variety of different colleagues. Everybody seems very positive and friendly here." -- Pamela Farris, associate professor, Curriculum and Instruction, Illinois State University</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/facultyfeatures/pamfarris.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>New Director of Sp. Ed. and Doctoral cohort programs begin Fall 2010 in Chicagoland</title>
<description>Attend an informational meeting to learn more.</description>
<link>http://www.specialeducation.ilstu.edu/cohorts/index.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Temba C. Bassoppo-Moyo: A computer-aided paradigm shift</title>
<description>"Working with students who appreciate what you are doing, working with them as a team, nothing is more satisfying." -- Temba C. Bassoppo-Moyo, associate professor, Curriculum and Instruction at llinois State University</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/facultyfeatures/tembabassoppomoyo.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 01:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Jeff Bakken: Cohesion and transparency in a special department</title>
<description>"When I need support in teaching it's there; support for research, it's there; great colleagues to work with, service opportunities, it's really the perfect institution, like the perfect job." -- Dr. Jeff Bakken, Chair of the Department of Special Education at Illinois State University</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/facultyfeatures/jeffbakken.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 8 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Back-to-school event draws future teachers</title>
<description>The annual back-to-school event for education students was held on August 27, 2009, on the patio area of DeGarmo Hall.  Students and faculty in attendance were treated to free pizza and a movie at Capen Auditorium.  Many education-related Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) were represented at the event and shared their enthusiasm for their respective organizations. View pictures of the event.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/backtoschool/</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 2 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Clesson receives High School Teacher of Excellence Award</title>
<description>Kathy Clesson, University High School English teacher, has been selected to receive the High School Teacher of Excellence Award by the Illinois Association of Teachers of English.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/clessonaward.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Meeting kicks off new school year</title>
<description>College of Education faculty, faculty associates and staff met recently to kick-off the 2009-2010 school year. The meeting served as a way to introduce those new to the College, recognize those who have received awards and promotions, and be reminded of the goals of the College over the coming year.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/fallfacultymtg.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>New ePortfolio lab opens in DeGarmo</title>
<description>With the opening of the ePortfolio lab this semester, teacher education majors will have the opportunity to use a brand new, cutting edge facility to enhance their professional teacher education portfolios. The lab, which uses LiveText exclusively, is open to teacher education majors and faculty for workshops and assistance with the program.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/neweportfoliolab.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Adkins becomes new Associate Dean</title>
<description>Amee Adkins has been named associate dean for Assessment and Undergraduate Education in the College of Education. Recently Adkins served as interim associate dean for the Mennonite College of Nursing. She has been an associate professor in the Department of Educational Administration and Foundations since 1997.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/adkinsassocdean.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Fansler named Assistant Dean for Educational Technology</title>
<description>As assistant dean, Fansler will be responsible for the promotion and support of the educational use of technology within the College.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/fanslerasstdean.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>ISU Student Education Association wins national award three straight years</title>
<description>Illinois State University Student Education Association received the Outstanding Local Excellence with More Than 200 Members Award for the third year in a row at the National Education Association Student Conference in San Diego, California.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/seaaward.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Congratulations to the 2009 scholarship winners!</title>
<description>The 2009 scholarship winners have been named.  Congratulations to them all!</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/scholarships/scholarships-recipients-2009.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Marilyn Moore: An advocate for improving urban education</title>
<description>"Being a professor at Illinois State University has been a highlight of my life. I have watched Illinois State grow in all the right directions and I am proud to be a part of that growth." -- Marilyn Moore, professor of Curriculum and Instruction, coordinator of the Early Childhood Education Program</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/facultyfeatures/marilynmoore.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 7 Aug 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Amanda Quesenberry: Familiar lessons in a new place</title>
<description>"One of the things I like most about ISU is, even though it's a larger school, it feels small. Here I feel like I'm aware of things happening on campus. It feels much more like a community than other places I've been." -- Amanda Quesenberry, assistant professor of Curriculum and Instruction</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/facultyfeatures/amandaquesenberry.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Meet the FY 2010 COE URG Research Fellowship Recipients</title>
<description>Learn about the work of the fellowship recipients this year.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/grants/resesearchwinners.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Bill Ducett: The excitement of turning students into teachers</title>
<description>"I couldn't conceive my life without having been involved with this place, and working here with all the fine colleagues and students I've had." -- Bill Ducett, Instructional Assistant Professor, Curriculum and Instruction</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/facultyfeatures/billducett.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Spring 2009 Dean's List Announced</title>
<description>Congratulations to the undergraduate students who made the Spring 2009 College of Education Dean's List!</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/s09deanslist.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Award winning Best Buddies</title>
<description>This nearly 20 year old registered student organization was recognized as the 2009 Outstanding Established Program at the Commitment to Diversity Awards Recognition Ceremony held on Illinois State's campus.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/2009/bestbuddiesaward.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Barb Fulk: Working to fill the void with excellent special education teachers</title>
<description>"I've only been at ISU for 11 years. They've allowed me to be a more balanced person, to do teaching, research, and service, and to enjoy relationships with the faculty. I really like the focus on teaching. The idea that we do all of it, I guess it's a really good place to develop professionally and try new things." -- Barb Fulk, professor, Special Education</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/news/facultyfeatures/barbfulk.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 1 Apr 2009 12:05:00 CST</pubDate>
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<title>Alumni news</title>
<description>News has been posted about College of Education alumni.  Catch up with old friends and share your news with us.</description>
<link>http://www.coe.ilstu.edu/alumni/news.shtml</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:10:00 CST</pubDate>
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