Michelle Lia
| Title: | Clinical Assistant Professor Professional Development Coordinator, Center for Catholic School Effectiveness (CCSE) |
| Office #: | Lewis Towers 601, WTC |
| Phone: | 312.915.6925 |
| E-mail: | mlia@luc.edu |
| Degree: | Ed.D., Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL |
| CV: | Curriculum Vitae (PDF) |
Program Areas
- Reading
- Teacher Preparation
Research Interests
- Literacy development and instruction in elementary schools
- Catholic schools in urban areas
- The impact of poverty on education
- Best instructional practices for English Language Learners
Awards
- Illinois Teacher of the Year, Finalist (2008)
- U.S. Department of Education's American Star of Teaching Award (2005)
- Five-time Golden Apple Nominee
Professional & Community Affiliations
- National Catholic Education Association
- International Reading Association
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development