Although I began my career as a physical therapist, I soon realized that my heart was in teaching.  I began by teaching students with severe disabilities, and

What is your educational background, and what certifications do you have relevant to your program?

I completed both my bachelor of science and my master of education in special education. My doctoral degree, from UMASS at Amherst, is in curriculum and instruction. I am currently the graduate program chair for the master of education in curriculum and technology.

Thanks to guest blogger Marylyn Gainan, Coordinator of GCE Advising and Support Services, for her assistance with this blog post. Email Marylyn with any questions you may have about our programs at Fitchburg State.

When I was an undergrad I lived by my advisor’s word. What classes do I need to take? Does my schedule look right? Am I going to graduate if I take these specific classes? As an adult I find that I still need help from time to time figuring out what I should do next, especially since I completed my undergraduate degree ten years ago.

Have you ever heard that from your parents or your older relatives? Well, they're right... you do have it easy.

But don't be fooled... they had it easy as well.

Thanks to guest blogger Michael Leamy, Director of Distance Education for his assistance with this blog post. Feel free to email Mike with any questions you have about online learning at Fitchburg State.

Consider online learning offered through Fitchburg State University! 

Get the same quality courses in an engaging, online setting.  Summer sessions are right around the corner, and Graduate and Continuing Education offers several courses online. Think about enrolling in an online course this summer and save the travel time for trips to the beach and family vacations!

Thanks to guest blogger, Dr. Paul Beaudoin for sharing his expertise in online teaching. This article originally appeared in the May 2014 issue of Campus Technology.

For over a decade, enrollments in online classes have steadily increased. According to a recent Sloan Consortium report, 7.1 million college students are currently enrolled in an online course -- and those numbers

When you're sitting down and starting to plan out your graduate school career, sooner or later you're going remember, "Oh, yeah... I have to pay MONEY to get my EDUCATION."

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And if 2015 has you thinking about starting or completing your bachelors or masters degree, register for one of our upcoming GCE Information Sessions. Our next Information Session is on Tuesday, January 6, 2015, and it's the best way to learn about the programs we have to offer. 

However you celebrate the end of 2014, we in Graduate and Continuing Education at Fitchburg State University appreciate having been able to serve you as you continue (or complete) your education.

• You can pursue an education that meets your needs.
  Fitchburg State offers graduate and undergraduate evening programs along with professional development options designed for today's industries for students who are interested in continuing their education and developing their career path.