Education (Secondary)
At Rollins, our approach to studying education utilizes a constructivist way of thinking that begins with the prior knowledge of the learner and proceeds to guide students to link their already existing knowledge, skills, and attitudes with new learning. As a result, instead of teachers telling students what they need to know, students construct new meaning in every class by connecting already existing knowledge to new information.
The minor in secondary education is designed for students who wish to pursue careers as middle- or high-school teachers. You must complete the secondary education minor alongside a major in biology, chemistry, English, Hispanic studies, mathematics, music, physics, social science (e.g., international relations), or theatre.
Expert Faculty
Department of Education
Telephone: 407.646.2242
Wendy Brandon, EdD
Associate Professor of Education
Research interests: Role of race, class, and gender in school success within local, national, and global contexts
Angela Griner, EdD
Visiting Professor of Education and Director of Pathways to Teaching Program
J. Scott Hewit, EdD
Associate Professor of Education, Emeritus
Research interests: Innovative instructional strategies in Rwanda, emerging technology in developing nations, and educational policy around the globe
Jenn Manak, PhD
Professor of Education, Reading Coordinator
Research interests: The interconnected nature of reading and writing instruction, the impact of culturally responsive and inclusive pedagogies on diverse students' literacy learning
H. James McLaughlin, PhD
Professor and Richard James Mertz Chair of Education
Research interests: Education in Anne Frank schools; Holocaust and genocide education; meaningful international experiences for college students
Debra Wellman, PhD
Professor of Education, Emerita
Research interests: The impact of field experiences on preservice teachers, book clubs as a model of discussion-based learning, and content area instruction
Jie Yu, PhD
Associate Professor of Education
Research interests: Curriculum studies, narrative inquiry, phenomenology, and multicultural education