Teaching, Learning and Educational Studies

Department of Teaching
Learning and Educational Studies
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5276 USA
(269) 387-3465

Associate Professor to Present at Shiga University

Dec. 3, 2014

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Dr. Paul Vellom

Dr. Paul Vellom, associate professor of the Department of Teaching, Learning and Educational Studies was invited to Shiga University, Japan, in November 2014 to present two lectures related to teacher education in the United States. The lectures focused on the roles of critical thinking and reflection in teacher preparation programs, two concepts that are central to the initial certification programs at Western Michigan University. Shiga University prepares professionals in education, economics and related fields.