Education
- Ph.D. in Elementary Education
- Florida State University
- M.Ed. in Special Education
- The University of Texas at Austin
- B.A. in Soviet and East European Studies
- The University of Texas at Austin
Research Interests
Integrated/thematic instruction; multomodal learning; arts-based approaches; technology and learning; mixed methods research; underserved/underrepresented populations
Positions Held
2015 - Present
Grand Canyon University
Part-time Online Doctoral Faculty Member
2007 - 2011
University of West Georgia
Generalist and Assistant Professor
2002 - 2007
Auburn University
Generalist and Assistant Professor
2000 - 2002
Florida State University
Graduate Research Assistant
1997 - 2000
Austin Independent School District-Govalle Elementary School
Elementary Special Education Teacher
1992 - 1997
AT&T Wireless (Formerly McCaw Cellular One)
Customer Service Representative (and Account Activation, Credit, etc.)
Intellectual Contributions
Challenges and Digital Solutions with STEM Learning
Anne Mangahas,Kathleen J. Tate,Kevin Harris
April (2nd Quarter/Spring) 15, 2022
Journal of Online Learning Research and Practice
Melvin and Muffin: Physics on the Playground (Exploring Newton's 3rd Law)
Kathleen J Tate
July (3rd Quarter/Summer) 26, 2018
CreateSpace
Marvelous metals matter! (A STEAM lesson for fifth graders incorporates the Engineering Design Process).
Kathleen J. Tate,Daniela Messina,Brian Warnecke,Colin Doyle,Tiffany DePriter,Daniel Brillhart
January (1st Quarter/Winter) 2018
Science and Children
Designing a Completely Online Course to Prepare Elementary Teacher Candidates to Integrate the Arts across the Curriculum.
Kathleen J Tate,Brian K Faulkner
March 5, 2017
Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2017
An experimental, mixed methods study: Blogging and graduate teacher certification candidates' reflection.
Kathleen J Tate,William M Gillum,Gregory C Mandalas
2014
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE)/AACE
Personalized learning, technology, and teacher education.
Kathleen J Tate,Tammy L Woody
2012
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE)/AACE
Integrating humane education into teacher education: Meeting our social and civic responsibilities
Kathleen Tate
2011
Teacher Education and Practice
Changing teacher education from an organizational perspective
Kathleen Tate,J Strickland
2010
GATEways to Teacher Education
Issues with using discussion boards and incentives in teacher education research
Kathleen Tate,J Strickland
2008
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE) Proceedings
Hidden bias: A study exploring the preparing of White preservice teachers to teach science to Black, rural elementary and middle school girls
Kathleen Tate,L O Tripp
2007
Journal of the Research Association of Minority Professors
Tiny, powerful, awesome ants!
Kathleen Tate
November 2007
Science and Children
Notable trade book lesson plan: 20 Degrees below
Kathleen Tate
January (1st Quarter/Winter) 2007
Social Studies Research and Practice
Presentations
Principles, Perils, and Purposes of Personalized Learning
OLC Accelerate 2023 (virtual) Conference
October 3, 2023
2022 Steam Activities across Grade Levels: Extensions from the 2018 Marvelous Metals Matter! (A STEAM Lesson for 5th Graders Incorporates the Engineering Design Process) Article
NSTA National Conference on Science Education – Chicago 22
July 21, 2022
Marvelous Metals Matter! (A STEAM Lesson for Fifth Graders Incorporates the Engineering Design Process with Implications for Other Grade Levels)
NSTA STEM21 Virtual Conference
July 26, 2021
STEAM across Elementary Grade Levels: Engineering Design, Bridges across the World, and the Art Element of Line
NSTA Engage: Spring 2021
April 17, 2021
STEAM and Literacy across Grade Levels. Expanding on: Tate, K., Messina , D., Warnecke, B., Doyle, C., DePriter, T., & Brillhart, D. (2018). Marvelous metals matter! (A STEAM lesson for fifth graders incorporates the Engineering Design Process).
National Conference on Science Education 2020
April 3, 2020
Marvelous metals matter! (A STEAM lesson for fifth graders incorporates the Engineering Design Process).
National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) 2019 National Conference
April 12, 2019
Graduate Webinar Series: Publishing in APUS Journals -Internet Learning Journal
Graduate Webinar Series: Publishing in APUS Journals
March 21, 2019
Internet Learning Journal Webinar
Webinar for Faculty
October 11, 2018
Designing a Completely Online Course to Prepare Elementary Teacher Candidates to Integrate the Arts across the Curriculum with Implications for Other Fields/Disciplines
Brown Bag Lunch Webinar
September 19, 2018
Marvelous Metals Matter! (A STEAM Lesson for Fifth Graders Incorporates the Engineering Design Process)
NSTA National Conference
March 16, 2018
Designing a completely online course to prepare elementary teacher candidates to integrate the arts across the curriculum
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE) 2017 28th International Conference
March 7, 2017
An experimental, mixed methods study: Blogging and graduate teacher certification candidates’ reflection.
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE)
March 20, 2014
Using Creative Drama to Prompt Reading & Writing
University of Texas Teachers of Tomorrow Student Organization
April 2013
). Personalized learning, technology, and teacher education.
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE)
March 2012
Personalized learning, technology, and teacher education.
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE) 2012 23rd International Conference
March 2012
Submitting to and Reviewing for GATEways to Teacher Education: The Journal of the Georgia Association of Teacher Educators.
Annual Conference of the 2010 Georgia Association of Teacher Educators
October 2010
Session Title: Using Photos across the Curriculum
University of West Georgia 3rd Annual Learning Festival
June 3, 2010
Session Title: Vocabulary and Comprehension through Visual Arts and Creative Drama in the Elementary Classroom
University of West Georgia 2nd Annual Learning Festival
June 5, 2008
Session Title: Art-based Approaches to Integrating Language Arts and Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom
University of West Georgia 2nd Annual Learning Festival
June 4, 2008
Issues with using discussion boards and incentives in teacher education research.
Annual International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education
March 2008
Media Contributions
Dr. Kathleen Tate - Department Chair and Professor of Teaching in the School of Arts, Humanities, and Education at the APUS
Panhandle Live! Panhandle News Network WEPM/WCST
July 19, 2024
Radio
Ways to Bring Social-Emotional Learning into the Classroom
APU Edge
October 20, 2021
Social Media - Podcast
Making a School Year Less Stressful for K-12 Students
Online Learning Tips
August 20, 2020
Internet
How to Get Your Article Published in a Scholarly Journal
Online Learning Tips
April 14, 2020
Internet
I am a Humane Educator: Kathleen Tate, Training the Next Generation of Educators
Institute for Humane Education
April 29, 2019
Internet
Website www.melvinandmuffin.com
https://www.melvinandmuffin.com/
June 2018
Internet
Digital Ethics: Responsible Social Media Practices For Educators
planbook.com
February 21, 2018
Internet
How to successfully submit a manuscript for journal publication: Every article has a home!
APUS President's (retired) Blog
February 14, 2017
Social Media - Blog
More Options for the M.Ed.: STEAM (STEM + the Arts) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Concentrations Meet the Needs of Society and Students
Online Career Tips
September 25, 2015
Social Media - Blog
Two New Exciting M.Ed. in Teaching Concentrations at American Public University
EduTrendsOnline
September 11, 2015
Social Media - Blog
Social Media Hazards and Tips for Teachers
EduTrendsOnline
May 7, 2015
Social Media - Blog
Earth Day 2015: How green can you be?
Online Learning Tips
April 22, 2015
Social Media - Blog
Arts-based Teaching in Elementary Schools
Arts-based Teaching in Elementary Schools
2014
Social Media - Blog
Bullying: Creative Approaches for Teachers
Bullying: Creative Approaches for Teachers
2014
Social Media - Blog
5 Qualities of Great Teacher
5 Qualities of Great Teacher
2013
Social Media - Blog
Humane Education and the Clinton Global Initiative
Humane Education and the Clinton Global Initiative
2013
Social Media - Blog
10 Kids Who Make the Grade with Online Learning
Onlineschools.com
2012
Internet
Humane Education: What's Your Mission?
Humane Education: What's Your Mission?
2012
Social Media - Blog
Is Special Preparation Needed for Teaching K-12 Online? Yes!
Is Special Preparation Needed for Teaching K-12 Online? Yes!
2012
Social Media - Blog
Personalized Learning 101
Edutrendsonline.com
November 8, 2012
Internet
Humane Education: What's Your Mission?
Edutrendsonline.com
November 1, 2012
Internet
Humane education: What's your mission?
apus-ctl.com
November 1, 2012
Internet
Humane EducationL Who, What, and Why?
Edutrendsonline.com
April 25, 2012
Internet
(Full Interview) Institute for Humane Education. (2011). Filling the missing piece: 5 questions for teacher educator Kathleen Tate. Humane Connection: Living, Learning, & Teaching for a Better World.
Institute for Humane Education
November 2011
Internet
(Short Interview) Institute for Humane Education. (2011). Filling the missing piece: 5 questions for teacher educator Kathleen Tate
Institute for Humane Education - News and Annnouncements Nov 2011
November 2011
Internet
Certifications and Licensure
May 17, 1997
Elementary Self-Contained, Grades 1-8 - Texas Educator Certificate
State Board for Educator Certification
May 17, 1997
Elementary Theatre Arts, Grades 1-8 - Texas Educator Certificate
State Board for Educator Certification
May 17, 1997
Generic Special Education, Grades PK-12 - Texas Educator Certificate
State Board for Educator Certification
April 26, 2022
CITI - Social & Behavioral Research - Basic/Refresher
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
August 24, 2016
CITI - Social & Behavioral Research - Basic/Refresher
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
Awards & Honors
May 9,
2024
APUS 2024 Discipline of the Year for M.Ed. Online Teaching
American Public University System
Won best program/discipline award for M.Ed. Online Teaching. 2024
June 8,
2023
APUS 2023 Program SSI Award for M.Ed. Online Teaching
American Public University System
Won the first (best) 2023 Program SSI Award for M. Ed. Online Teaching...best student satisfaction for a program across the university
June 16,
2021
2020 University Strategic Initiative – Catalyst – Learning Management System Migration
APUS
During 2020, the earner of this badge made significant contributions to the migration of courses to a new online classroom to improve user experience, promote student-to-student and faculty-to-student interaction, enable a robust mobile classroom, and further differentiate APUS as a leader in online learning.
March 27,
2019
Curriculum Advisory Board member
Institute for Humane Education
Invited by the Institute for Humane Education to be on its Curriculum Advisory Board. See https://humaneeducation.org/who-we-are/ihe-staff/ or https://humaneeducation.org/who-we-are/ihe-staff/#team-member-kathleen-j-tate-ph-d
October 22,
2018
2nd Place, Provost Innovation Challenge
American Public University System
Won 2nd place for Literature Circles in the Forums (LitCif) in the Provost Innovation Challenge 2018, as Team I (Dr. Kathleen Tate)
October 22,
2018
5th Place, Provost Innovation Challenge
American Public University System
Won 5th place for Lessons in the Forums (Lif) in the Provost Innovation Challenge 2018, as Team H (Dr. Novadean Watson, Dr. Kathleen Tate, Dr. Daniela Messina, Mr. Leonard Simon, Mr. Christopher Day)
November 2016
Bronze Level-2016 Chapter Standards Program
APUS Save the Earth
As Lead Advisor, earned Bronze level in Chapter Awards Program for 2016
January 2016
Silver Level - 2015-Chapter Standards Program
APUS Save the Earth Club
As Lead Advisor, earned Silver level in Chapter Awards Program for 2015
January 2015
Bronze Level-2014-Chapter Standards Program
APUS Save the Earth Club
I am the Lead Advisor for Save the Earth student club. Though just established in summer 2014, we reached bronze level standing by the end of 2014.
June 10,
2014
2nd Place Innovation in the Classroom Poster Contest
American Public University System
Won 2nd place and a Beats Pill at the Deans and Directors Meeting, June 2014, poster competition
2005
Finalist for the American Alliance for Theatre and Education (AATE) Distinguished Dissertation Award
AATE
Dissertation was finalist, but did not win
2002
Graduate Student Professional Meeting Expenses Award
Florida State University
2001
College of Education Alumni Association Professional Development Travel Grant
College of Education, Florida State University
2001
Kathy and Dennis Newman Endowed Scholarship,
Florida State University
$1000.00 for research/dissertation
2001
Phi Sigma Theta Honor Society
Florida State University
Honor Society-Ph.D. program
2000
Fay Kirtland Endowed Scholarship
Florida State University
Scholarship award during Ph.D. program
2000
Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society
Florida State University
Honor society-Ph.D. program
1994
Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society
University of Texas
Honor society-M.Ed. program