Peggy Ingram

Peggy Ingram serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Early Childhood Education at Pacific Oaks College, teaching in the online campus environment. With decades of experience in education, she brings a wealth of knowledge from her extensive career in K-12 education and teacher preparation.

Dr. Ingram's educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science from Cameron University, Lawton, Oklahoma (1970)
• Master of Education from Brigham Young University, Prove, Utah (1980)

Her teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in classical educational theory, drawing from Plato's vision of holistic education that develops talent in all children, Kant's emphasis on learning through doing, and Aristotle's balance between theoretical and practical aspects of education. She particularly values the importance of play in child development, believing that social and academic growth go hand-in-hand in developing well-rounded children. Her approach emphasizes hands-on learning experiences that allow children to actively participate and develop their skills through direct engagement.

Professor Ingram holds multiple teaching credentials including Multiple Subject Education in California, Single Subject Reading Specialist certification, Life Certificate for Junior College General Education, and Standard Teaching Certificate for K-8 in Oklahoma. She has presented at professional development events such as her 2014 Reading Workshop on Reading Strategies in Victorville, California.

Her professional affiliations include membership in V.E.S.D., California Educators, and the National Education Association (N.E.A.). With technical proficiency in educational platforms including Go-To-Meeting, PowerPoint, Prezi, and Task-Stream, she effectively delivers online instruction while maintaining engagement with her students.