Faculty Bio: Arlene Harris Mitchell, Ph.D.
 


Arlene Harris Mitchell, Ph.D.

Associate Professor
Curriculum and Instruction

 

Area of
Expertise        
  • literacy-related issues across disciplines (especially mathematics)
  • cultural and ethnic issues related to developing curriculum and enhancing learning
  • teaching in urban environments
  • managing the writing process and product ownership
Research
Interests
  • constructivist theory in classroom practice
  • selecting and teaching poetry and other literature for young adults
Courses Taught
  • C I 596 - Individual Studies
  • LL ED 501 - Teaching Writing in Elementary and Secondary Schools
  • LL ED 541 - Adolescent and Children’s Literature Related to Ethnic and Social Issues
  • LL ED 545 - Literacy and Language Assessment for Instructional Decisions
Education
  • Ph.D., Penn State University
  • M.Ed., Temple University
  • B.S. West Chester University
Mailing
Address

Penn State Great Valley
30 E. Swedesford Rd.
Malvern, PA 19355

Phone 610-648-3355
Fax 610-725-5253
E-mail ahm13@psu.edu




www.gv.psu.edu