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Dr. Crystal Loose
Assistant Professor
College of Education and Social Work - Early and Middle Grades
Bio
Prior to joining the faculty at West Chester University, Dr. Crystal Loose spent 22 years in public education as an elementary teacher, reading specialist, instructional coach, administrator, and curriculum director. She has published a chapter, journal articles, and a book on topics such as early learning practices, effective teacher professional development, career readiness in the Fifth Industrial Revolution, preservice teacher education, and effective learning environments.
Expertise
- Transition Practices
- Lesson Study and Adult Learning Strategies
- Personalized Learning Practices
- Play-based Pedagogy
- Project-Based Learning
- English Language Arts
Education
- B.A., University of Pittsburgh
- M. Ed., Millersville University
- Ed.D., Pennsylvania State University