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Peer-reviewed Journals Provide Professional Outlet A C C O L A D E S A N N O U N C E M E N T S A W A R D S D E V E L O P M E N T S P R O M O T I O N S R E C O G N I T I O N new educational journal, The Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning (IJPBL), edited by Peggy Ertmer, Associate Professor of Educational Technology, and Alexius Smith Macklin, Associate Professor of Library Science, was launched March 2006. This quarterly-published, peer-reviewed journal seeks to challenge, stimulate and provoke additional research in the area of problem-based learning (PBL). Initially the journal will be available in print but will move to a web-based format shortly. IJPBL aims to serve as both a scholarly and mentoring journal as well as a community of practice. As a scholarly journal it engages researchers and practitioners in problem-based learning dialogue. The articles in the journal reflect current research, projects, assessments, and conceptual positions on the use of problem-based learning. As a mentoring journal, the editorial board members serve as mentors to junior faculty and graduate students who have submitted manuscripts—essentially PBL in action. In addition, the journal offers a community of practice by providing practical application and research. A future goal for the IJPBL website is that it will provide discussion boards, online support and archives on PBL theory and practice. Explains Ertmer, “Basically, I want IJPBL to be a strong outlet for PBL scholarship—the ‘go-to’ journal for cutting-edge research as well as for practical suggestions for how to implement it in the classroom. I hope that the journal can facilitate powerful conversations between researchers and practitioners about the practice and promise of PBL.” The IJPBL website will be online in the near future. To view the journal visit http://docs.lib.purdue.edu/ijpbl/. For more information email PBL@purdue.edu. ducation and Culture: The Journal of the John Dewey Society, a journal published twice yearly by Purdue University Press, takes an integrated view of philosophical, historical and sociological issues in education. The peer-reviewed, international journal is available as a hard copy and online and includes essays, studies and book reviews on work inspired by and related to John Dewey’s philosophical pragmatism and interest in community and democracy. A.G. Rud, Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Studies and editor of Education and Culture, has tripled submissions since the journal’s move to Purdue just one year ago. He uses an online manuscript management system provided by Berkeley Electronic Press in conjunction with Purdue University Press. Articles in the current issue include “A Democratic View of ‘No Child Left Behind’” by Cindy Finnell-Gudwien, “Disney, Dewey, and the Death of Experience in Education” by Jay W. Roberts, and “Design Bearings” by Margaret M. Latta. “The field of education is broad and complex, and it is necessary to provide a viewpoint on vital issues of today, such as the effects of poverty, high stakes testing, and technology upon our P-20 educational system in this country, as well as the effects of such factors worldwide,” describes Rud. “This peer-reviewed, international journal does just that. As the editor of one of the two peer-reviewed, international journals in the College of Education, I hope to provide valuable experience for graduate students and faculty in research and publication.” For more information visit http://docs.lib.purdue.edu/eandc/ or email rud@purdue.edu. 14
Retiring After Twenty Years A C C O L A D E S A N N O U N C E M E N T S A W A R D S D E V E L O P M E N T S P R O M O T I O N S R E C O G N I T I O N Diane Adams “She is always cheerful and upbeat.” n March 31, 2006 Diane Adams, Account Clerk in the College of Education business office, will close her office door in Beering Hall for the last time. After 20 years at Purdue, all spent with the College of Education, she will retire. Initially she spent two years in Special Education before moving to the business office. Mike Kremer, Director of Financial Affairs in the business office, interviewed her for both positions. He says “Diane’s positive, cheereful outlook is what I will miss most. She never has a bad day. When I need a lift I go talk to Diane. Her genuine concern and caring for other people is wonderful.” This positive attitude is well known by her coworkers. “She is always cheerful and upbeat,” says Amy Maxwell who is taking Adam’s position. Greg Howell states, “Diane is responsible for the positive attitude normally attained in the Ed business office. She may be retiring, but she has always (almost) been the new kid on the block and seems younger. She enjoys life and makes us happier in kind.” After retirement Adams plans to spend her time boating, fishing, caring for grandchildren, doing volunteer work at church, and enjoying being at home. “I was an IU fan when I came to Purdue. Mike Kremer laughingly told me after I shared that information, he should have probably factored that into whether or not I could work with him on a daily basis. I am now a complete Purdue fan!” While we will miss seeing her smiling face around the office, The College of Education wishes Diane Adams all the best! New Faculty & Staff Tonya Agnew Communications Director Sarah Craft Clerk Office of Professional Preparation & Licensure Stephen David Assistant Dean for International Programs Kara Harris Assistant Professor Curriculum & Instruction Gloria Marlatt Development Assistant Amy Maxwell Account Clerk Business Office Sherrelyn Meyer Academic Counselor Suzanne Pack-Marrero Visiting Assistant Professor Curriculum & Instruction Marcos Antonio Rivera Diversity Initiatives Director David Sears Assistant Professor Educational Psychology. Carrie Wachter Assistant Professor Counseling and Development www.education.purdue.edu 15
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