معرفی
Natalie Sue Svrcek serves as Associate Professor and Associate Chair in the School of Education, Languages, and Instructional Design at SUNY Brockport, specializing in literacy education and teacher preparation.
Her academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Language and Literacy Studies, The University of Texas at Austin (2019)
- M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, Language and Literacy Studies, The University of Texas at Austin (2010)
- B.S. in Applied Learning and Development, Reading Specialization, The University of Texas at Austin (2004)
Dr. Svrcek's research centers on critical qualitative methodologies and asset-based approaches in literacy education. She investigates humanizing pedagogies through inclusive children's literature and reading assessment frameworks, emphasizing equity in teacher preparation and student development. Her work advocates for culturally responsive practices that honor diverse learners' identities.
She teaches core courses including Literacy Assessment, Emergent Language and Literacy, and Teaching Reading to Students with Diverse Needs, integrating policy analysis with classroom application.
