Has your district integrated Chromebooks, Laptops,  iPads and Mobile devices? Is more work being done online? Is your school implementing 1:1?

Schools are investing in new technology to help improve and enhance student achievement. With the Common Core standards, educators need to ensure that students can demonstrate what they know, and not just say they know it. When implemented properly, these technologies can produce significant gains by boosting engagement with interactive learning especially with at-risk students.

Are you interested in Fitchburg State's Applied Communication program? As part of the GCE blog's "Our Faculty" series, we introduce Dr. Charles Sides, Professor and Internship Program Director.

Time in Department:  26 years

Shea Pugh earned widespread admiration during her time at Fitchburg State, including receiving one of its highest honors the Graduate Student Leadership Award.

Pugh believes the best teachers care about their students’ lives beyond the classroom. She brings enthusiasm, care and compassion to her work, demonstrating a special talent helping students who require some additional guidance and support. She has been cited for her expertise in working with students with extreme behavioral challenges. "I believe all students can learn so I want to help them do that."        

Upon matriculating into any Fitchburg State graduate program, you will be assigned an academic advisor. It’s important to develop a relationship with your advisor. They're here to help you on your academic journey. 

Here’s how your advisor can work for you:

Thank you to guest blogger, Lee Anne Hooley, a recent graduate of the Applied Communication program.

"Marketing is a concept focused on reaching out to potentially engaged publics, with a goal of galvanizing audiences around a brand," says Dr. Kyle Moody who is teaching

With technology constantly changing, schools are investing in technology to help improve and enhance student achievement. With the common core standards, educators need to ensure that students can demonstrate what they know, and not just "know." When implemented properly, these technologies can produce significant gains by boosting engagement with interactive learning especially with at-risk students.

Thank you to guest blogger, Dr. Maqsood Ali Mughal from the Industrial Technology department at Fitchburg State for his contribution to the GCE Blog.

Are you interested in Fitchburg State's Education programs? As part of the GCE Blog's "Our Faculty" series, we introduce Dr. William Cortezia, Chair of the Middle School Education program.

A lot of people who are considering graduate school are held up by the idea of taking the GREs.  The Graduate Record Examination (GRE), is a standardized test that was, until recently, an admissions requirement for most graduate schools in the United States. 

Many graduate programs require that students finish either a practicum or a thesis to  qualify for a degree.  Programs like counseling, education, and nursing have different types of practicums, so be sure to check the plan of study for your program of interest to confirm what you will need to do to complete your degree.