Dawn Poole
Department
Advanced Studies in Education
Biography
I grew up in Manitowoc, Wisconsin with four brothers. After completing my bachelor's degree, my husband and I moved to Iowa to teach. We've been in Turlock since February, 1996. I enjoy tennis, running, golf, and downhill skiing, as well as getting caught up in a good book.
Academic Credentials
B.S. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 1989 (Mathematics Education)
M.S. Iowa State University, 1993 (Education, Curriculum and Instructional Technology)
Ph.D. Iowa State University, 1996 (Education, Curriculum and Instructional Technology)
Area of expertise
Educational Technology, Research Methods, Quantitative Analysis
What have you learned from your students?
My students have taught me to embrace lifelong learning.
How do students succeed in your class?
Students succeed by working to thoroughly understand and apply the concepts introduced in class.
What brought you to CSU Stanislaus?
The size of the campus, the diverse student body, and the location of Turlock within the state. This is a vibrant university, and I am glad to be a part of it.
If you were not teaching, what other career do you see yourself in?
Since I began teaching secondary mathematics, my whole college career was based on preparation for being an educator. However, if I were starting over as an undergraduate, I think I would consider various engineering careers this time around.
E-mail Address
DPoole@csustan.edu
