Sabbatical Report - Spring 2024

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2024-08-26

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Department of Educational Professions

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During my one-semester sabbatical in the Spring of 2024, I engaged in a range of scholarly activities that significantly advanced both my research and teaching practice. My primary focus was a comprehensive research project that explored the nature of texts available to elementary students during classroom literacy instruction. Additionally, I developed a new interdisciplinary course titled IDIS 150: Exploring Social Justice, designed to deepen students' understanding of social justice themes in multiple disciplines. Beyond these academic pursuits, I also dedicated time to professional learning, completing many webinars and a specialized course on artificial intelligence. These experiences have not only enriched my expertise but also enhanced my contributions to our academic community.