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Carl A. Young is an Associate Professor in the Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences at North Carolina State University. His work focuses on new literacies, digital media integration in English education, and innovative teaching strategies. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Virginia and has held leadership roles such as MSL Program Coordinator and Literacy & English Language Arts Education Doctoral PAS Leader. His research explores technology applications like the flipped classroom, social media, and eportfolios, with a focus on enhancing English Language Arts (ELA) education. Dr. Young co-founded the New Literacies Teacher Leader Institute and has published widely on topics such as digital video in education and teacher professional development. He teaches courses on English methods, content-area literacy, and emerging technologies.
Education:
- Ph.D. in English Education, University of Virginia
- M.A.T. in Secondary English Education, University of Virginia
- B.A. in English, University of Virginia
Research Interests: New literacies, technology integration in ELA classrooms, flipped classrooms, social media pedagogy, digital video applications, and teacher professional development.
Professional Contributions: Former editor of the English language arts section of Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education, co-editor of Research on Technology in English Education, and active member of the New Literacies Collaborative.
Teaching: Courses include methods for teaching ELA at middle/secondary levels, composition, and new literacies. He advises on student teaching internships and integrates electronic portfolios into senior seminars.
Labs/Initiatives: Co-founder of the New Literacies Teacher Leader Institute, a professional development initiative for educators.
