M. Kathleen L. Cripe

Dr. M. Kathleen L. Cripe serves as Associate Professor at Youngstown State University, teaching within the online M.S.Ed. Teacher Education program specializing in Digital Teaching & Learning. With 32 years of classroom experience, she focuses on transforming educational practices through evidence-based pedagogy and technological integration.

Her academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction, Science Education from University of Akron (2009)
• M.S. in Analytical Chemistry from Youngstown State University (1996)
• B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics from Youngstown State University (1986)

Dr. Cripe's research centers on learner-centered instructional design where students actively construct knowledge. She pioneers brain-based teaching methodologies emphasizing social interaction, emotional intelligence awareness, and meaningful lesson purpose. Her work bridges science education foundations with digital-age classroom applications, advocating for continuous educator adaptation to evolving student needs and technological landscapes.

Her scholarly impact is recognized through the 2018 Distinguished Professor Award in Teaching, numerous peer-reviewed publications, and presentations at state, regional, and national conferences.

As an advisor, she cultivates lifelong learning mindsets in graduate students, challenging them to analyze research implications for practice transformation. Her mentorship emphasizes designing socially interactive lessons while developing emotional intelligence frameworks. No dedicated research labs or specialized teams are documented in current institutional materials.