Rita Gordon is the director of Elementary Education programs and director of the online Mathematics Education M.Ed. program. She structures the math courses that she teaches so that students enjoy mathematics, believe that mathematics is useful and makes sense, and feel confident in their ability to do mathematics. She brings a rich skill set from her many years of experience in educational administration Pre-K though adults, a strong commitment to public schools, and a positive learning environment that is supportive, professional, and dynamic.
Rita also co-directs the Teacher Residency Programs at Lesley.
Education: BS, Boston University; M.Ed, Boston University; CAGS, State College at Boston
Rita Gordon
Program Director, Elementary Education and Mathematics in Education, Co-Director, Teacher Residency Programs
617.349.8642
Presentations
Presentations
American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (presented Feb 2009); Evaluating Sustainable and Intentional Partnerships: Cooperating Practitioners and Adjunct Faculty
American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (presented Feb 2008); Clinical Supervisors and Adjunct Faculty: Maintaining Program Quality through Mentoring
Graduate Elementary Education Programs
Master's Degrees with Initial License
License-Only (non-degree)
Master's Degree with Professional License or Non-Licensure
- Elementary Generalist*
*Fully online program. All others are offered either on campus or off campus.
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