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Academics: School of Education

Brenda S. Tinkham Professor of Education Chairperson of Teacher Education Dean of School of Education

"Our goal in the School of Education at Chowan University is to prepare graduates who are excellent teachers for the students who will become the leaders of tomorrow.”

Education:
Brenda S. Tinkham received her B.S. degree in Elementary Education from NC Wesleyan. She received her Masters of Art in Education for Elementary Education, her Educational Specialist Degree in Administration and her Educational Doctorate in Educational Administration from East Carolina University. Brenda S. Tinkham came to work at Chowan University in 2006.

Courses Taught:

• Foundations of Education
  
• Educational Psychology
  
• Classroom Management
  
• Reading in the Content Area
  
• Critical Thinking

 

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Jayne Wolfskill Assistant Professor of Education Fieldwork Coordinator Chair- Department of Teacher Education

"Small classes and one on one advising make Chowan unique and a place where students and professors enjoy successful teaching and learning experiences. University sponsored events such as sports, theater, concerts, art exhibits, the Hobson Lecture/Award, and others allow students and faculty to get to know one another and appreciate similar interests.”

Education:
Jayne Wolfskill received her B.A. degree in Education from Guilford College. She received her Masters of Science Education degree in Education from Old Dominion University. Jayne Wolfskill came to work at Chowan in 2006.

Courses Taught:

• Introduction to Teaching
  
• Reading in the Elementary School
  
• Children’s Literature
  
• Multicultural Education
  
• Directed Student Teaching
  
• Methods and Materials for Language Arts and Social Studies in the
  Elementary Grades

 

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Carolyn Modlin Associate Professor of Education Disability Services Coordinator

"My favorite thing about working at Chowan is that it provides me with the opportunity to get to know my students well due to the small class size. [Charles Silberman said it best], ‘Education should prepare people not just to earn a living, but to live a life—a creative, humane, and sensitive life.’”

Education:
Carolyn Modlin graduated from Radford College with a B.S. in Home Economics. She went on to receive her M.S. in Diagnostic and Remedial Reading from Virginia State University and later an Ed.S. in Educational Administration and Ed.D. in Educational Administration both from Virginia Tech. Carolyn Modlin joined the Chowan University faculty in 2001.

Courses Taught:

• Introduction to Teaching
• Introduction to Special Education
• Analysis of Research in Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Learning Disabilities
• Children’s Literature
• Teaching Reading in the Elementary School
• Reading Practicum

 

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Michelle P. Reedy Instructor of Education

“Engaging students in the classroom, focusing upon differentiated instruction, and working with local school systems in preparation for teaching the 21st century learner is Chowan’s unique experience that creates a supportive learning community for our students.”

Education:
Michele P. Reedy received her B.S. degree in Animal Science from Ferrum College. She received her Masters of Arts in Adult Education with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction from Central Michigan University. Her doctoral studies in Higher Education Leadership are on course to be completed in 2012 from Nova Southeastern University. Michele P. Reedy came to work at Chowan in 2006.

Courses Taught:

• Critical Thinking
• Educational Psychology
• Classroom Management
• Methods and Materials for Mathematics and Science in the
  Elementary Grades

 

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Dr. Sheryl Long Assistant Professor of Education

"I believe the most successful teachers are those who recognize teaching as a student-centered endeavor. As a teacher educator, I strive to help our university students understand that education is a dynamic, interpersonal profession."

Education:

• Meredith College, B.A. in English with North Carolina Teacher Licensure
• University of North Carolina at Wilmington, M.A. in English
  
• North Carolina State University, Ph. D. in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in English Education

Courses Taught:

• Action Research
• Diverse Learners (and other courses in graduate and
  undergraduate education)

Publications and Presentations:
Dr. Long’s publications include co-authoring an editorial for Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education and co-editing a chapter in Lesson Plans for Engaging American Novel edited by Carol Pope and Joseph Milner. She has presented at a number of professional conferences including the International Conference of the Society for Information technology & Teacher Education and the Annual Convention of the National Council of Teachers in Endlish.