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Marissa Bellino is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Educational Administration and Secondary Education at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) School of Education. She coordinates the Secondary Urban Education program and teaches courses in Urban Education, Educational Foundations, and Methods in Science Teaching for pre-service teachers.
Dr. Bellino's educational background includes:
- Ph.D., Urban Education, City University of New York, 2016
- M.Phil., Urban Education, The Graduate Center, City University of New York, 2015
- M.A., Secondary Science Education, City College: City University of New York, 2005
- M.A., Environmental Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems, Boston University, 2002
- B.S., Biology, James Madison University, 1999
Her research focuses on urban environmental education, ecojustice, and critical pedagogy. She emphasizes youth experiences in urban environments through participatory research approaches. With 11 years of high school teaching experience in NYC, she developed ecological and molecular ecology research curriculum connecting scientific inquiry with social justice. Her international work includes EcoJustice research experiences in Ecuador and Greece for students. Dr. Bellino's teaching portfolio spans courses on social foundations of education, environmental sustainability, science education, qualitative research methods, and adolescent development through a critical youth studies lens.
Analysis of Dr. Bellino's publication record shows a clear trajectory from theoretical frameworks of urban environmental education to practical applications in teacher preparation. Her work increasingly emphasizes global perspectives on ecojustice while maintaining a strong foundation in place-based learning. Recent publications demonstrate how critical pedagogy can be integrated with environmental education to develop preservice teachers' ecojustice consciousness.
Dr. Bellino has received significant recognition for her contributions:
- Outstanding School of Education Faculty Member Award (2018)
- American Educational Studies Association Taylor & Francis Past President's Award (2015)
- Sloan Award for Excellence in Teaching Science and Mathematics (2011)
- Science magazine Prize for Inquiry-Based Instruction
She has secured substantial grant funding for initiatives including 'Learn Globally, Teach Locally' and 'Act globally, teach locally.' Her service includes departmental leadership as Chair, membership on the School of Education JEDI Committee, and mentorship for programs like the TCNJ Urban Teachers Academy. Dr. Bellino's work bridges critical educational theory with practical applications in urban educational settings, making significant contributions to teacher preparation and environmental education.
