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Renee Stites Kruep is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum at the University of Missouri, where she teaches graduate-level courses in literacy and English education. She also serves as the coordinator of the online Master’s of Education in Literacy Education program, drawing on over a decade of experience as a middle and high school English teacher and curriculum leader.
Her research and academic interests focus on enhancing literacy education through sustainable professional development. Key areas include:
- Teacher-driven professional learning
- Growing communities of readers among teachers and adolescents
- Disciplinary literacy instruction
- Young adult literature
- English language arts pedagogy
Her work emphasizes practical, teacher-led approaches to curriculum redesign and lifelong literacy engagement. Though specific publications are not listed, her active participation in national councils and journal reviewing reflects scholarly contribution in the field of literacy education.
Dr. Kruep is actively involved in professional service, including:
- Professional development consultant for Linking Science, Math, and Literacy for All Learners
- CAEP reviewer for the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)
- Reviewer for NCTE and ALAN (Assembly on Literature for Adolescents) journals
She plays a key role in shaping literacy programs and supporting educators through mentorship, curriculum leadership, and systemic professional learning initiatives. Her work bridges classroom practice with academic preparation, particularly in graduate teacher education.
Dr. Kruep is affiliated with research and outreach initiatives focused on interdisciplinary literacy and inclusive education, contributing to teams that integrate science, math, and literacy for diverse learners.
