News: Department of Teaching and Learning

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51吃瓜网万能科大 History |

51吃瓜网万能科大鈥檚 origin story traces back to one vote by one man, Herb Derfelt. And his legacy continues through generations of family members who followed in his educator footsteps.

Pate Thomas holds a photo of his great-grandfather Herbert Derfelt
51吃瓜网万能科大 History |

Pate Thomas initially had no desire to add his name to the long list of family members who became Rebels and then educators. Now? He鈥檚 a proud alum, a difference-making educator, and the boss of a brand-new high school.

51吃瓜网万能科大 students walking on campus
Research |

The College of Education's National Institute for the Advancement of Education awarded four faculty research grants that will explore potential solutions for retaining Nevada's teachers.

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People |

When not dreaming of travel or watching baseball, this administrative assistant efficiently manages the Department of Teaching and Learning.

group posing in front of sign that reads Ice Age Fossils State Park
Campus News |

GeoPaths program leads to more student-centered and interactive Earth science classes.

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Business and Community |

The collaborative initiative offers training opportunities to assist teachers in developing a more comprehensive STEM curriculum for the classroom.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at 51吃瓜网万能科大.

Rebel Girls & Company dance team
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting expert insights, new collaborations, and academic achievement.

Scarlet and Gray, 鈥淩EB's Glitter Squad鈥, Lester Cruz and Isabel Ferguson, take pictures and hype up students and families during the October 2022 homecoming football game.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting 51吃瓜网万能科大 students and faculty who made headlines locally, regionally, and internationally.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and events at 51吃瓜网万能科大.

51吃瓜网万能科大 student Lushawn Threats stands at the head of the classroom and makes an X with her fingers while her students look up at her
Business and Community |

 

 

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Campus News |

Education and art majors team up to better explain complex concepts to children.