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TAMU TLAC

@tamu_tlac

Department of Teaching, Learning and Culture at @TAMU

 College Station, Texas
tlac.tamu.edu
Joined July 2013
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Dr. Adam Alvarez joined "The Last Show with David Cooper" podcast to discuss student voice, trauma-informed education and how schools can support healing and growth. ▶️ Podcast: tx.ag/AlvarezPodcast 📖 Journal Article: doi.org/10.3102/003465432614… #StudentVoice #Education #TAMU
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How can student voice strengthen mental health in schools? Dr. Adam Alvarez of @tamu_tlac explores how student-centered approaches can help schools empower students as partners in healing and growth. Story: tx.ag/YouthHealing Study: doi.org/10.3102/003465432614… #MentalHealth
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When students have the right support, they go further. A new study co-authored by Dr. Paul Hernandez of @tamu_tlac and Samantha Aguilar of @tamuepsy shows undergraduate research programs can more than double the chances of earning a Ph.D. Read more: science.org/doi/10.1126/scia…
Broadening participation: 20-year outcomes from undergraduate science training programs

Broadening participation: 20-year outcomes from undergraduate science training programs

Twenty-year study shows NIH training programs double Ph.D. completion among underrepresented students.

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New research from Dr. Adam Alvarez, published in the @AERA_EdResearch Review of Educational Research, examines how Youth Participatory Action Research can move beyond documenting trauma to supporting student healing in school settings. Read more: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.…
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Dr. Melanie Kinskey of our @tamu_tlac helps lead a multi-institutional Virtual Reality and peer teaching study to prep STEM educators before they start their careers in the classroom. Read more about how this research is strengthening teaching practices: tx.ag/VRPeerTeaching
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Welcome, Dr. Valiente!
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Join us in welcoming Dr. Carlos Valiente as the new head of our Department of Teaching, Learning and Culture (TLAC). With 20+ years of experience in higher education and a passion for student success, we're excited for the leadership and insight he brings to TLAC! #CEHD #TAMU
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Congratulations to Dr. Karen Rambo-Hernandez on her Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award. As part of this honor. she will serve as Fulbright Research Chair in Advanced Academics and Academically Gifted and Talented Students at the University of Calgary next year. #AggieResearch #CEHD
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Drs. Margaret Quinn, Marc Goodrich and Laci Watkins advance learning for young children through their work in the Texas A&M Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education. Learn more about their impactful teaching and research at tx.ag/EarlyEducation #CEHD #TAMU
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Design innovative learning experiences with our fully online M.Ed. in Learning Design & Technology. Gain the skills to lead in instructional design and technology integration across education, business and more. Learn more and apply for Fall 2025 at tx.ag/LTDMED2025
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Dr. Nathan Hawk and his Technology in Classrooms students hosted a showcase for local educators to explore digital tools for K-12 learning. Teachers from College Station, Caldwell, and Pasadena ISDs joined the panel to share their insights. #TAMU #CEHD #TechInClass #TXEd
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Check out this great event from the Texas A&M Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education. #TXEd #Education #Research
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Join our Texas Early Childhood Summit on March 21 at the Hilton College Station & Conference Center. Connect with experts, explore research and discuss the future of early childhood education. Learn more and register at tx.ag/TECS25 #TAMU #CEHD #EarlyLearning
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Congratulations, Aakash!
Texas A&M College of Education & Human Development (@cehdtamu) profile pictureTexas A&M College of Education & Human Development@cehdtamu3 Mar 2025
Congratulations to doctoral student Aakash Kumar. He is the first Texas A&M student to become a finalist in Stanford University's Center on Longevity Design Challenge for a course that helps young adults better analyze the accuracy of information on social media. #Education
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oin us in two weeks for our annual Carter-Larke lecture with keynote speaker and longtime teacher and coach Anthony Green. The lecture is on Monday, February 24, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at MSC 2300 or online. Register and learn more at tx.ag/CarterLarkeEd25.
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Dr. Andrew Kwok and doctoral student Kathy Ogden Macfarlane '27 recently shared their research on evidence-based practices that help early-career teachers succeed. Read more: tx.ag/EdResearch #TAMU #CEHD #Research #Education
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Congratulations, Dr. Kwok!
Texas A&M College of Education & Human Development (@cehdtamu) profile pictureTexas A&M College of Education & Human Development@cehdtamu23 Jan 2025
Dr. Andrew Kwok received the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education's (AACTE) Margaret B. Lindsey Award for Distinguished Research in Teacher Education. The award honors his contributions to teacher preparation and classroom management. #TAMU #CEHD #Research
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Aggie STEM was featured on TV for their summer camps, which provide students from grades 2-12 with hands-on learning experiences in math, engineering, tech and more. 🧪 🔬 Watch the interview at tx.ag/STEMCamp25 #TAMU #CEHD #STEM #SummerCamp
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Congratulations, Dr. Rambo-Hernandez!
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Dr. Karen Rambo-Hernandez was honored by the National Association for Gifted Children. She won Article of the Year for co-authoring research on how students of varying math skill levels can benefit from tailored teaching methods. 📸 Credit: Alabastro Photography #CEHD #Research
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Ahead of graduation, our aspiring teachers received their blue cords for when they walk the stage. They also received a ring crest gifted by members of our Dean's Development Council. Congratulations to our future Aggie teachers! 🎓 👍 🎉 #TAMU #CEHD #Graduation #Classof2024
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Emily Glosson ’25 is enjoying her time as a resident at Caldwell Intermediate, gaining hands-on experience while working with her mentor teacher and students. Learn how our Educator Preparation Programs provide future educators with valuable experience at tx.ag/EPPC
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Seven leaders in education, health and athletics joined our prestigious list of Outstanding Alumni for serving as beacons of light to their profession and communities in Texas and beyond. 🎉 Meet this year's honorees at tx.ag/CEHDOA #TAMU #CEHD #Excellence #GoodBull
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