Literacy Teaching & Learning

Albany, NY (August 27, 2021) – The Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) has awarded full 7-year accreditation to the University at Albany’s graduate programs for school leadership, literacy educators, and special education preparation. The award includes a commendation for the literacy and special education programs (inclusive of the early childhood and childhood education programs).

Kelly Wissman’s belief in the potential for children's literature, the arts and writing to help young learners better understand themselves and their world has made her the 2021 recipient of the prestigious Jerry Johns Outstanding Teacher Educator in Reading Award of the International Literacy Association.

Albany, NY (June 1, 2021) – Virginia J. Goatley has been appointed interim dean of the University at Albany School of Education. A professor of Literacy Teaching and Learning, Dr. Goatley has served previously in leadership roles for the School of Education, including as associate dean for professional studies, vice dean and most recently as chair of the Department of Literacy Teaching and Learning.

Albany, NY (January 26, 2021) – Today, U.S. News & World Report announced the University at Albany’s School of Education is once again ranked among the top ten in the nation for providing a high-quality, online graduate education. This is the fifth straight year that the School has been ranked in the top ten nationally and #1 in New York state and throughout New England. In a year like no other, the School of Education emerged as a leader to provide opportunities for many students to continue their pursuit of advanced credentials in education and mental health.

Albany, NY (December 4, 2020) - Virginia Goatley, professor and chair of Literacy Teaching and Learning, is the 2020 recipient of the Charles C. Mackey, Jr. Excellence in Service Leadership Award, given by the New York Association of Colleges of Teacher Education. The Mackey Award honors an educator in New York who has exemplified the highest standards of service leadership in teacher education.