Teacher Leadership for School Improvement Program Faculty

Teacher Leadership for School Improvement

Program Faculty

Welcome to the English Education K-12 faculty page at the University of Florida. Encompassing multiple specializations and a core teacher education program, our team is dedicated to cultivating exceptional teachers and scholars. We deeply value the impact of language, texts, and culture on learning. Our goal is to empower future educators so they can guide all students in building the literacy skills necessary for rich, productive lives in a democratic society. Join us and embark on a transformative educational journey led by our dedicated and experienced English Education K-12 program faculty.

Dr. Magdi Castaneda – Program Coordinator

Dr. Castaneda studies teacher leadership for school improvement.

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Dr. Alyson Adams

Dr. Adams studies teacher education and school reform. Her particular interests focus on teacher learning through professional development, university/school partnerships, and online and blended learning.

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Dr. Elizabeth Bondy

Dr. Bondy studies elementary education and elementary teacher education. She is particularly interested in university/school partnerships, teaching in low-income schools, and preparing teachers to work with a diverse student population.

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Dr. Nancy Fichtman Dana

Dr. Fichtman Dana studies teacher professional development with a particular focus on practitioner inquiry. Related interests include teacher leadership, administrator action research, school-university partnerships, professional development schools, and mentoring.

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