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Jeffrey L. Bernstein is a full-time Professor of Political Science and Director of the Bruce K. Nelson Faculty Development Center at Eastern Michigan University, where he has served since 1997. His career spans research in American Politics, Campaigns and Elections, and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), with a focus on collaborative teaching and civic engagement.
- B.A., Washington University (1991)
- M.A., University of Michigan (1994)
- Ph.D., University of Michigan (1997)
Bernstein's research explores innovative pedagogical frameworks like hevruta (collaborative learning), integrative teaching methods, and student-led research initiatives. He emphasizes fostering civic competence through simulations, collaborative structures, and inquiry-based projects.
His recent publications highlight trends in SoTL, interdisciplinary civic education, and faculty-student partnerships. Bernstein has received prestigious honors including the Ronald Collins Distinguished Faculty Award for Teaching (2020) and the Carnegie Scholar Fellowship (2005-06). He has authored/co-edited books such as Vital Statistics on American Politics and Citizenship Across the Curriculum.
