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Lisa Dembouski serves as the Lind Professor of Education and Associate Professor in the Education Department at Gustavus Adolphus College, actively preparing pre-service and in-service teachers while contributing to the Latin American, Latino and Caribbean Studies (LALACS) program. Her role bridges academic instruction and practical teacher development within the college's educational framework.
Her academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Education, Curriculum, & Instruction/Culture and Teaching from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
- M.Ed. in Special Education/Deaf-Hard of Hearing Education from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
- B.A. in Psychology from the College of St. Benedict/St. John's University
Dr. Dembouski's scholarly focus centers on transformative educational practices, with expertise spanning:
- Inclusive pedagogies for diverse learners
- Disability studies and Deaf/Hard of Hearing education
- Social justice frameworks in teacher training
- Narrative research methodologies
- Mentorship systems for emerging educators
As a committed educator, she has taught foundational courses including Inclusive Classrooms (21 terms), Reading in the Content Area (14 terms), and Directed Teaching experiences across elementary, secondary, and middle levels. Her curriculum development emphasizes practical application through seminars in curriculum design and educational technology, directly shaping teacher candidates' readiness for diverse classrooms.
