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Preparing Students to Teach and Lead in a Diverse, Globally Connected World

It has never been more important for educators and other professionals engaged in the field of education to be globally conscious and equipped to instill global competency in their own students. Through engagement with international students, institutional partnerships, on-campus international programming, study abroad opportunities for both graduate and undergraduate students, and research with visiting scholars, we prepare globally conscious citizens, teachers, administrators, researchers, and policymakers who are ready to confront the global challenges and embrace the worldwide possibilities of our time.

News

  • New Initiative Brings Asian American Authors to Champaign Schools

    May 17, 2021, 13:00 by Ben Zigterman, News-Gazette Media
    In a virtual visit to University Primary School on Friday, a Chinese American author read from her latest picture book and shared how she grappled with feeling different growing up in a small Ohio town.
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  • In-Demand Endorsement Trains Teachers of Emergent Bilinguals

    Oct 14, 2020, 14:43 by Tom Hanlon
    The need for a bilingual and English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement has never been greater in the state of Illinois, and the College of Education is helping to fulfill that need through a fully online endorsement program for practicing teachers.
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  • Resilience in Education: Reflections from Studying Abroad in New Zealand

    Feb 12, 2020, 16:33 by Asmaa Elsayed & Ashley Lawrence, College of Education
    In summer 2019, Education at Illinois’ Office of International Programs partnered with the University of Canterbury to launch its first study abroad program in New Zealand. Asmaa Elsayed, PhD student in Global Studies in Education, led the first New Zealand study abroad experience for Illinois students.
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Events

Careers in Education: Instructional Design Speaker Series - Education at Illinois, EPOL & Online Programs

Champaign , USA

Join us for Careers in Education: Instructional Design Speaker Series featuring Stacey Hietikko and hosted by Dr. Carolina Cuesta-Hincapie. This engaging session will explore dynamic career paths in instructional design and related fields, providing valuable insights for prospective students, current students, and alumni alike.

 

Careers in Education: Instructional Desing Speaker Series
Featuring Ms. Stacey Hietikko and Hosted by Dr. Carolina Cuesta-Hincapie
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 12, from 5 - 6:00 p.m. CT
Location: Online via Zoom
Sponsors: EPOL and The Office of Online Programs
Registration is required. Register Now!

 

Here is a bio for Ms. Stacey Hietikko:

Stacey Hietikko is an instructional design and technology leader with a proven track record of driving impactful learning experiences. With many years of experience as a Director of IT and training, she has honed her expertise in leveraging technology to enhance learning outcomes.

Currently, Stacey serves as a Sr. Instructional Designer and Program Manager at Yahoo, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's global training and content initiatives. Her strategic vision and leadership skills are instrumental in developing innovative learning solutions that align with Yahoo's business objectives and drive employee performance.

Stacey holds a Master of Education degree in Education Policy, Organization and Leadership from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Instructional System Design Management and Leadership and an Instructional Design MasterTrack® Certificate. This academic foundation, coupled with her extensive industry experience, positions her as a thought leader in the field of instructional design.

Passionate about innovation and committed to excellence, Stacey is committed to staying at the forefront of instructional design trends and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Her dedication to excellence and her ability to leverage technology to create engaging learning experiences make her a valuable asset to organizations.

All are welcome. Please register if you plan to attend! Click here to register. You will receive the Zoom link