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Dean Alan Lesgold

Professor and dean of the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh

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A recent email from a prospective student asked why we had discouraged her from pursuing preparation to teach a certain foreign language. She made a good case that it would be good for schools to teach the language she had mastered and asked why we hadn't encouraged her to pursue a teaching credential with us. This got me to thinking about an important aspect of the advice we provide to prospectiv... Read more

Council on Graduate Students in Education Emphasize Recycling During CGSE Conference

During the annual CGSE Student Research Conference, all presenters will be given a reusable water bottle instead of an individual use bottle.  At each meeting, everyone can refill their water bottle.  In addition, various recycling bins will be set-up in the area for dispoal of recyclable material.  Everyone is encouraged to become a role-model in the recycling effort. &n...

New Professional Development Educational Opportunity

The Applied Developmental Psychology program and the Office of Child Development are collaborating to offer a Professional Development Academy (PDA). The program begins Fall 2008; applications will be accepted beginning Spring 2008. The PDA is a unique educational opportunity for students who want to learn while being continuously engaged in mentored professional practice. This is a two-year, full-time course of study resulting in a Master of Science degree in Applied Developmental Psychology, with a specialization in Program Design and Leadership....

Dissertations from ADMPS Students (2004-2007)

View the dissertations for all students in the Department of Administrative and Policy Studies from 2004 to 2007....