Bernd Ferner

Bernd Ferner serves as a Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Portland State University's College of Education, leveraging his doctorate and Master of Science degrees in Curriculum and Instruction from the same institution. His extensive K-12 teaching background spans public and private schools across the United States and Germany.

His academic credentials include:

• EdD in Curriculum and Instruction from Portland State University
• MS in Curriculum and Instruction from Portland State University

Dr. Ferner's research critically examines teacher candidates' perceptions of multicultural and multilingual learners while developing frameworks for culturally responsive pedagogy. His expertise spans world language education methodologies, elementary mathematics instruction techniques, and multicultural curriculum design, directly informing his courses on reflective practice, classroom management, and curriculum theories.

As cohort leader for the Graduate Teacher Education Program (GTEP), he prioritizes relationship-building to cultivate safe learning environments. He additionally coordinates both the International Teacher Education Program (ITEP) and the MA/MS in Curriculum and Instruction Program.

Community engagement defines his professional scope through board membership at Zeitgeist Northwest and the Confederation in Oregon for Language Teaching (COFLT). He founded Portland's German for Adults program and co-established a German Saturday school, extending his language education advocacy beyond campus.