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= Supporting the Academic Achievement and Well-being of the = = Young Adolescent =

Recently, the NCPOMLE has undertaken a project to assist others in preparing teachers to support the academic achievement and well-being of the young adolescent. Using this theme, members are encouraged to submit an article explaining how the theme is supported in their respective teacher education programs.

Click on the hyperlinks below to learn more about your NCPOMLE colleagues and what they do to prepare in-service teachers to be middle level educators.

Research supports the notion that young adolescents who belong, who work within a community of learners, whose needs are met, who have authentic experiences and are offered the opportunity to explore and contribute to their communities learn more, live more closely in harmony, and begin to set their goals for the future. Middle level professors in North Carolina have joined together to share strategies for introducing middle level educators and administrators to elements of the middle school concept.

Dr. Robert Heath: Implementing the Middle School Concept with Integrity

Dr. Lorae Roukema: Developmental Responsiveness

Dr. Kim Ruebel and Dr. Dave Strahan: Differentiating Instruction

Dr. Bob Houghton: Using Digital Media for Cultural Divergence Dr. Suzanne Gulledge: Advisory

Nancy Ruppert: Teaming