Susan Hirsch
Lecturer, Department of Curriculum Studies and Secondary Education
"The more you plan, the more you can improvise."
Courses Taught
- [EDUC 250] Teaching in a Changing World
- [EDSS 444] Teaching in the Content Areas: English
- [EDSS 459] Seminar: Secondary Student Teachers
- [EDSS 442] Teaching in a Multicultural Society
Biography Statement
I have been teaching single subject credential and education courses since 2004 when I was invited to be the Educator in Residence for the Department of Curriculum Studies and Secondary Education. Before joining the SSU faculty, I was a middle school English teacher for 16 years. I have also been a guest presenter at a national poetry conference, have written curriculum for California State University, and partnered with public school teachers to develop career pathway courses and increase clinical experiences for credential candidates. In addition, I have been active in the development of performance assessments and professional development for novice and beginning teachers.
Education
- M.A. in English, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA
- Single Subject Credential in English, (CTEL certified fall 2008), Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA
- Multiple Subject Credential, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA
- Supplementary Authorization in Chemistry, General, and Health Science 1988
- Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA
Research Interests
- English Education
- Critical Reading and Writing
- Global Education
- Promoting Teacher Leaders