Sherry Knight is an adjunct professor for the College of Education in the Interdisciplinary and Inclusive Education department. She received her bachelor’s degree at Mississippi State University and her M.A. at Cheyney University.
Share an “aha!” moment that you’ve had within your discipline that made you feel passionate about your field.
My “aha” moment that makes me feel passionate is when students state that my storytelling about real educational experience is eye opening and sheds light on what their future may look like.
Share with us one aspect of student engagement that you enjoy most, and why?
Listening to their apprehensions. I enjoy sharing with them how to overcome them and how important the job of a teacher is. I reiterate the impact they make in the life of their students and I encourage them to build relationships with the students.
What is your area of expertise?
My area of expertise is Early Childhood/Elementary Instructional practices.
What is one thing you wish people knew about your academic discipline or your research focus?
The one thing I wish people knew is that I have a passion for perpetuating high-level practitioners to foster engaging learning experiences. When I start my doctoral program at Rowan University, my research towards my dissertation will be on active engagement and relationships.
When are you starting your doctoral program at Rowan?
I am planning to start my doctorate in the fall 2021.
Why did you choose to complete your doctorate at Rowan?
I chose Rowan because of the stellar doctoral programs in Educational Leadership that will enhance my skills and pedagogy. This program will also give me the opportunity to be a better professor for our future teachers providing them with research and data to drive instructional practices.
What made you become interested in pursuing a career in education, both primary and higher?
I pursued a career in education because I wanted to make a difference in the world. I believe that teachers are the catalyst to all professions and I wanted to be one who educated the future lawyers, doctors, and/or other educators.
Do you have a favorite lesson or topic you teach your students? If so, why is it your favorite?
My favorite lesson to teach is a lesson on how to build an amazing lesson plan using a menu. It’s my favorite because it teacher the students the key elements to develop a solid lesson plan with components of an effective lesson.
Is there anything else you’d like to add?
It is a pleasure to teach higher ed to future teachers. I prepare them for the next level of getting a job and being a master teacher.
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