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Mary Grom, Ph.D.
Visiting Assistant Professor
College of Education
Office Location: Meyer Hall, 206
Telephone: 262-245-8521
Fax: 262-245-8565
Email Address: mgrom@aurora.edu
Education is ultimately a human enterprise. "Being" together in our humanity creates a world of infinite possibility for ALL. Our open nature lies at the heart of dialogue. This reflective space allows for inquiry, the flow of meaning, and evolves our perceptions of reality. This must persist not only in the acquisition of knowledge, but additionally in its generation and continuous regeneration. Relationship/interaction is the organizing principle of the physical universe. "I and thou" can manifest greatness beyond ourselves when the "me" becomes "we". This is the transformative power of learning.
Education:
Ph.D. Administration and Supervision - Loyola University, Chicago, IL
M.A. Reading and Literacy -University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
B.S. Elementary Education -Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
Areas of Specialization
Educational Policy and Leadership
Reading and Literacy
Educational Foundations and Philosophy
Elementary Education
Courses Taught
School Reform / School Renewal
Advanced Human Resources in Education
Effective Comprehension Instruction
Supervision and Administration of Literacy I and II
Texts for Children
Introduction to Action Research
Effective Word Study Instruction
Reading Practicum
Highlights of Publications, Honors and Professional Contributions:
Dissertation Note of Distinction: "Knowledge generation in community: Getting to inquiry through dialogue in teacher grade level team meetings....(Loyola University, 2005)
Presentation: "Response to Intervention: Expert Panel Member (Illinois Reading Council, 2009)
Monarch Children's Book Award Committee Reader (Illinois Library Media Association, 2006-2009)
Professional Services
Illinois Reading Council- Regional Director (2008-)
Lakes Area Reading Council- Past Co-President (2006-2008)
Barak Obama Library Award Committee Member, Illinois Reading Council (2007-)
Other Interests
Gardening
Music/Dance/ Fine Art
Yoga/ Hiking in the Mountains
