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CURRENT STATUS
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
RESEARCH INTERESTS
EDUCATION
TEACHER CERTIFICATION
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
methods course
ECCD. 332 Spring 2000
Expressive Arts for Young Children
Undergraduate
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
Data collection for two studies:
1) Types of comments from undergraduate candidates on exit cards
2) Attitudes about writing based on experiences with ABC Writing Notebooks
2005-2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
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GRANT EXPERIENCE
Middle Tennessee State University
2008, -09, -10 MTSU Improving Teacher Quality Grant (ITQ)
Literacy Consultant on $75,000 math grant with Dr. Jeremy Winters (Elementary &
Special Education). Author of Math Content Area Literacy packet and instructor and
facilitator for Read-Aloud DVD
PUBLICATIONS
2010 Bass, A. S., Craig-Unkefer, L., Rice, C. J. (2010). Making the Case. Academic
Exchange Quarterly. (submitted for 2011 publication)
2003 Rowe, D. W., Fitch, J. M., Bass, A. S. (2003). Toy stories as opportunities
for imagination and reflection in writers’ workshop. Language
Arts, 80, (5), 363-374.
2001 Rowe, D. W., Fitch, J. M., Bass, A. S. (2001). Power, identity, and
instructional stance in the writers’ workshop: Sociocultural
perspectives on the learning and teaching of writing in a first
grade classroom. Language Arts, 78, (5), 426-434.
Student Advisement
2007-2009 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro TN.
As the Reading Coordinator, advises Masters in Reading candidates.
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Masters Thesis
2006.2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
First Reader on Reading Masters comprehensive exams, on language arts portions of
Initial Licensure Program Master’s comps, and Curriculum and
Instruction
Master’s comps (three semesters/academic year)
2004.2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield IL
First Reader (Chair) on two Masters theses (first three chapters)
Jesse Poremba: Explicit Vocabulary Instruction Using Five-Step Procedure
Lydia Campbell: Spelling Instruction through Composition and Context
Second Reader (Committee member) on two Masters theses (first three chapters)
Peter: Reciprocal Teaching in Eighth Grade History
Jeannie Euler: Effects of Divorce on Student Achievement
Accreditation Committees
2006 – 2007 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
Member of various ad hoc NCATE committees
2001 – 2002 San Diego State University, Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico CA
Aligned curriculum and assessment components for English/Language Arts Standards
for NCATE
Technology-based Conferences
Professional Service
International (invited)
Bass, A. S. (2008, March). Scaffolding Concept Development and Active Comprehension Through
Research-based Vocabulary and Comprehension Strategies. Presentation and Seminar presented at the
Mexican Conference for Teachers of English Language Learners, Mexicali, Mexico.
National (refereed)
Bass, A. S. (2010, April). Engaging Elementary Students in Informational Books with Strategies
that Construct Bridges to Active Involvement in Content Area Texts. Organization of Teacher Educators of
Reading session presented at the 55th Annual Convention of the International Reading Association,
Chicago, IL.
Bass, A. S. & VanFleet, K. (2009, March). Fluency Strategies that Support Comprehension of
Math Texts. Session presented at the 2009 Association of Childhood Education International, Chicago, IL.
Bass, A. S. & VanFleet, K. (2008, March). Prop Buckets for Literacy Development: Engaging
Early Learners. Session presented at the 2008 Association of Childhood Education International, Atlanta,
GA.
Bass, A. S. & Seigfried, D. (2008, March). Above and Beyond the Standards: Maximizing
Literacy Potential of Kindergartners. Session presented at the 2008 Association of Childhood Education
International, Atlanta, GA.
Bass. A. S., Calder, B. R., Calder, J. E., VanFleet, K. (2007, May). A Practical Guide to
Differentiated Instruction in Mathematics: Facilitating Inclusion in Elementary Schools. Session presented
at the 2007 Association of Childhood Education International, Tampa, FL.
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Bass. A. S. & VanFleet, K. (2007, May) Explicit Instruction of Math Vocabulary Strategies
Through the Integration of Math and Language Arts Standards. Session presented at the 2007 Association
of Childhood Education International, Tampa, FL.
Bass. A. S., VanFleet, K. (2007, March). A Practical Guide to Differentiation in the Secondary
School Classroom. Session presented at the 2007 National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual
Meeting and Exposition, Atlanta, GA.
Bass, A. S. (2006, December 1). A First Grade Teacher’s Book Selections for Emergent Readers.
Paper presented in a symposium: You Can Judge a Book: Studies of Children’s Book Selection at the 56th
Annual Meeting of the National Reading Conference, Los Angeles, CA.
Bass, A. S. (2006, November 30). Book Selection Decisions for Emergent Readers Within a
Transactional Framework. Roundtable presented at the 56th Annual Meeting of the National Reading
Conference, Los Angeles, CA.
Bass, A. S. (2000, November). Teacher book selection decisions for emergent readers in a
literature-based reading program. Paper presented at the 50th Annual Meeting of the National Reading
Conference, Phoenix, AZ.
Gray, E., Black, W., Rowe, D., & Bass, A. S. (2000, November). Looking at ourselves looking at
literacy: The creative tension of decision-making in qualitative research. Alternative session presented at
the 50th Annual Meeting of the National Reading Conference, Phoenix, AZ.
Rowe, D. W. & Bass, A. S. (2000, March). Reimagining our stories: Exploring the perspectives of
characters and audience through drama. Paper presented at the Spring Conference of the National Council
of Teachers of English, New York City, NY.
Bass, A. S. & Palka, J. (1999, May). Rethinking writing assessment: Examining past
practices...exploring future directions. Workshop presented at the 44th Annual Convention of the
International Reading Association, San Diego, CA.
Bass, A. S. (1996, December). Use and access of quality children’s literature for beginning
reading instruction. Roundtable presented at the 46th Annual Meeting of the National Reading
Conference, Charleston, SC.
Bass, A. S. (1993, November). Reading instruction with high interest materials. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools
International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1993, November). Potentials for writing: Journaling with young children.. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International,
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1992, November). Teaching children to read and write using the Language
Experience Approach. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of
Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1991, November). Is whole language appropriate for Christian schools? Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International,
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1991, November). Motivation to read: Using trade literature with children. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International,
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1990, November). Setting the stage for effective instruction: Identifying
children’s primary and secondary needs. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region
Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1989, November). Positive classroom management: Theory and practice. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International,
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1989, November). Conditions for learning: Fostering a nurturing emergent reading
environment. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian
Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1988, November). Writing methods with primary grade children. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools
International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1987, November). An environment for reading instruction: Books, poetry, songs, and
rhymes. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools
International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1987, November). Listening to and learning from parents. Seminar presented at the
South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
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Bass, A. S. (1986, November). Beginning readers learning with trade books. Seminar presented at
the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX..
Bass, A. S. (1986, November). Collaborating with parents for effective learning. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International,
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1985, November). Setting the stage for academic instruction: Primary and secondary
needs of children. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of
Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1984, November). Reading materials: Much more than basals. Seminar presented at
the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1984, November). Learning how children learn. Seminar presented at the South-
Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Local (non-referred)
Rowe, D. W., Fitch, J. J., & Bass, A. S. (1999, October). Re-imagining the reading/writing
workshop: Teachers and young writers explore the potentials of drama and dramatic play. Invited
presentation at monthly meeting of Teachers Applying Whole Language (TAWL) of Middle Tennessee,
Nashville, TN.
Bass, A. S. (1997, April). Teaching skills and strategies in context. Presentation at the Annual
Meeting of Teachers Applying Whole Language of Middle Tennessee, Nashville, TN.
Consulting
Inservice/Workshops
2009 Read-to-Succeed: Content Area Reading with Students & Parents
Central Middle School students and parents
READ 4460/5460 Field Experience
2008 Read-to-Succeed: Reading Fluency for Elementary ELLs
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