Don Hones

Don Hones, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Teaching & Learning at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO), where he has been employed since 1997. His expertise spans Second Language Education, Multicultural Education, and Bilingual/Bicultural Education. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from Michigan State University (1997).

Dr. Hones has extensive P-12 teaching experience (2-3 years), including ESL instruction for ages 8 to adult across Spain, Ecuador, and multiple U.S. states. He also taught political science at universities in California and Minnesota before joining UWO. His research focuses on teacher preparation for ESL and bilingual professionals, supported by over $2.7 million in federal grants. He has authored two books and numerous articles in his field.

He teaches core courses such as Principles of Bilingual/Bicultural Education, ESL Methods, and Hmong Language, Culture and Learning. His work emphasizes culturally responsive pedagogy and equity in education.

Notable professional contributions include grant management for ESL/bilingual teacher training programs and advocacy for multicultural educational practices. His career reflects a commitment to bridging theory and practice in diverse educational settings.