Online Ed.D. Program Gave Jason Umstot a Sense of Community
The Support at YSU Made All the Difference After 27 years as an administrator in the developmental disability field, Jason Umstot decided it was time
October 4, 2024
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Using Digital Games for Teaching and Learning: What Teachers Should Know About Gamification in the Classroom
In today’s tech-driven world, mastering digital tools is vital for success. Imagine walking into a classroom where learning feels like playing your favorite video game
September 11, 2024
Support Students’ Social Emotional Wellness With a Health and Human Services Education
The increasing regularity of trauma among students shows the demand for educational leaders who can address their needs. Graduates of the Youngstown State University (YSU)
September 11, 2024
Ohio State School for the Blind Principal Michelle Wagner Pursues Superintendent Certification at Youngstown State
Michelle Wagner graduated from the Ohio State School for the Blind in 1990. Today, she’s the principal there. Her title is Director of Teaching and
August 29, 2024
Building Research Skills: Best Practices for Curriculum and Instruction Leaders
Students who have grown up with the internet have natural skills that past generations could not imagine. Members of younger generations often have impressive talents
August 28, 2024
Expand Your Horizons: The Career Versatility of a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
For dedicated educators looking to make a significant difference beyond the classroom, the online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) – Educational Leadership program from Youngstown State
August 2, 2024
Assessment of Exceptional Learners: Evaluating Students With Autism and Related Disabilities
Children and youth in the U.S. with disabilities have been offered educational services mandated by federal law since about 1976. At that time, autism was
July 10, 2024
Strategic Planning for AI Integration in Higher Education Institutions
As AI technologies rapidly evolve, people across all industries seem to be racing to find ways to optimize work processes with AI. Education is one
July 9, 2024
Why Every Superintendent Must Understand How to Collect and Use Educational Data
School superintendents play a pivotal role in the success of school districts. They are responsible for many tasks, including maintaining communication with the school board,
June 17, 2024
How Special Education Teachers Help Students Transition to Adult Life
Transitioning to adult life is a significant milestone for exceptional learners, and special education teachers play a crucial role in supporting them through this process.
May 1, 2024
The Importance of Community Health Centers
Community health centers are vital in promoting accessible and equitable healthcare for all. With the focus of many public health initiatives shifting toward health equity,
March 27, 2024
How Can a Teacher Leader Become a More Effective Mentor?
Those who teach for a living remember the first time they stepped into a classroom to teach. However, as daunting as the experience may have
February 14, 2024
YSU Graduate Amanda Sliva Uses Coding, Poetry and Minecraft to Help Rural Students Build Digital Skills
When teacher Amanda Sliva began looking at master’s programs in education, she hoped to help her students improve their digital literacy and technology skills. She
January 23, 2024
What Should Special Education Teachers Know About Social-Emotional Learning for Students With ASD?
Inclusive education has become an integral part of our society, emphasizing the importance of accommodating classroom structure and strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
November 22, 2023
How AI Impacts Curriculum Design
For some educators, recent student essays have suddenly become really good — scary good. However, the level of writing, use of advanced terms, clear composition
August 16, 2023
Social Justice Education in the Classroom
Social justice education is a complex concept that requires careful planning and consideration before implementation. According to Learning for Justice, social justice education “works against
July 5, 2023
Women Leaders in Education Stress the Need for K-12 Innovation and Partnerships
Public schools do not function in a vacuum. Education leaders from pre-K through high school have known this for some time. They have made advancements
July 5, 2023
The Importance of Formative Assessments for Literacy
Formative assessments are essential to literacy education in all such settings and contexts. By studying and applying formative assessment practices, reading specialists, English as a
June 8, 2023
Should We Consider Year-Round School in the U.S.?
Mention year-round school and you are likely to get groans from kids and teachers or jokes from parents about being happy to save money on
June 8, 2023
Build Organizational Culture and Community Partnerships as an Educational Leader
Regardless of their position, educational leaders must understand the structure of an effective school organizational culture and the communities their work impacts. Those in leadership
June 8, 2023
What YSU’s Digital Teaching and Learning Program Teaches You About Education
Digital learning and teaching tools unlock many possibilities for the classroom. Students can find new ways to engage with learning materials, collaborate with classmates, express
May 30, 2023
Advocate for School Community Health Needs With an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Health and Human Services
A large part of advocating for a school community’s needs as an education leader is recommending and supporting health services and access to health information
March 27, 2023
Fundamentals of Health Screening
Health screening is valuable for health and human services at all levels. It offers statistical data for preventative opportunities within a community and provides individual
November 16, 2022
The Benefits of a Doctoral Degree in Education
Many teachers find the idea of continuing their education attractive. It is true that obtaining an advanced degree often equates to better jobs, more opportunities
September 29, 2022
Educational Gaming Develops Problem-Solving Skills
As educators teach the first generation of the 21st century, technology continues to play an integral role in the process of forming, directing and inspiring
February 9, 2022
Improve Students’ Learning Experiences by Becoming a Culturally Responsive Principal
America’s schools are growing increasingly diverse. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, most K-12 students enrolled in America no longer identify as white,
November 24, 2021
Online Master’s Program Paves the Way for Kayla Sullivan to Teach Special Education
When Kayla Sullivan was an undergraduate student, she had plans to become a teacher. She found her true calling with the help of Jerry Renehan,
November 11, 2021
Global Pandemic Clears Way for Sarah Marmash to Enhance Her Higher Education
After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in December 2019, Sarah Marmash had no intention of returning to college. Ever. “I got my undergrad and started
October 18, 2021
How Ohio Teachers Can Benefit from Youngstown’s C&I Teacher Leader Program
Youngstown State University is the premiere track for Ohio educators looking to advance their educations and careers as teacher leaders, with two programs designed specifically
October 7, 2021
Why Accreditation Is a Must for Your Online Master’s in Education
There are many factors to consider when choosing a degree program for your master’s in education. Perhaps the most important is accreditation. Unaccredited or illegitimately
October 7, 2021
