Ellen Brooks

Ellen Brooks is a Lecturer of Writing at the School of Humanities, Purchase College, since 2014. She has previously held academic roles as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Hunter College’s School of Education and as an Assistant Professor of Education at Manhattanville College.

Education:

• B.A., Pennsylvania State University
• M.Ed., Temple University
• Ed.D., University of Pennsylvania
• MFA in Nonfiction Writing, Sarah Lawrence College

Ellen’s research focuses on the pedagogy of teaching writing through the arts, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to literacy. Her work includes program development for integrating artistic methods into writing instruction.

The article "Dayenu" (2015) highlights her interest in narrative techniques and reflective writing, selected as a Notable Essay in Best American Essays 2015. This aligns with her broader efforts to innovate writing pedagogy via creative and arts-based strategies.

Scientific Awards:

• Notable Essay in Best American Essays 2015

Ellen has contributed to education through diverse roles, including literacy consulting in Mamaroneck Public Schools and authoring educational resources like Just Right Books for Beginning Readers (Scholastic). Her academic and professional activities span teaching, curriculum design, and public education collaboration.