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Learning to play: New resource helps educators understand teaching through play

See how USF educators are transforming the way teachers learn to educate through play with a new resource featuring real classroom videos, practical strategies and tools for putting play-based teaching into practice.

September 29, 2026College of Education News, Research

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USF researchers explore how augmented reality can better support young learners

A new National Science Foundation-funded project is underway to develop augmented reality learning experiences that are more engaging, accessible and responsive to the way young learners think and learn.

September 28, 2026Research

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USF project advancing ESOL teachers toward graduate degrees

With a new $2.1 million grant, USF’s Project Parasol is building an educator pipeline that’s turning career aspirations into lasting opportunities for students and schools.

September 23, 2026College of Education News, Research

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2026 Extra Yard for Teachers: USF honors local educators

The local celebration led by the USF College of Education recognizes teachers in their classrooms and during a special halftime show.

September 15, 2026Alumni and Friends, College of Education News

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From Punch Cards to AI: The early vision that paved the way for today's AI and computer science programs

From pioneering computer education in the 1980s to launching Florida’s first bachelor’s degree in K–12 Computer Science Education, USF’s College of Education has spent more than 40 years preparing educators for the technologies shaping the future.

September 8, 2026Magazine

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USF’s first student: A legacy in numbers and spirit

Barbara Holley Johnson’s remarkable journey offers a firsthand look at how a university that once stood amid sand and construction grew into the thriving institution it is today.

September 2, 2026Magazine

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SCATT program has supported future educators for decades

For decades, SCATT has evolved alongside education, helping future teachers build the skills, confidence and connections they need to thrive in an ever-changing profession.

August 31, 2026Magazine

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Project MENTOR: USF partnership brings caring, consistent support to Hillsborough County elementary students

USF researchers are helping Hillsborough County students build confidence, motivation and stronger connections to school through the power of mentorship.

August 28, 2026Centers and Institutes, College of Education News, Research

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Remembering Ron and Jean Linder: A life of love, learning and exploration

Through their love of teaching and bringing people together, Ron and Jean Linder left a lasting mark on USF and generations of educators, children and families who continue to benefit from the programs they helped build.

August 27, 2026College of Education News

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Accent on learning: How a university motto became the foundation for one alumna's lifelong commitment to mathematics education.

Liana Fernandez Fox has spent more than four decades inspiring generations of students and educators through her passion for mathematics, teaching and mentorship, building a legacy that continues to shape the profession long after her retirement.

August 26, 2026Magazine

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Does AI shape decisions before we do?

A USF College of Education researcher is examining what it really means to keep a human in the loop as AI is increasingly being used as a tool to help shape the information and choices behind decisions.

August 25, 2026Research

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USF charter student leaves lasting legacy

From USF’s charter class to building a nationally recognized center that has empowered generations of educators, Dick Puglisi’s remarkable career shows how one teacher’s vision, persistence and community connections can create a lasting legacy.

August 25, 2026Magazine

About the USF College of Education

As the home for more than 2,200 students and 130 faculty members across three campuses, the University of South Florida College of Education offers state-of-the-art teacher training and collegial graduate studies designed to empower educational leaders. Our college is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), and our educator preparation programs are fully approved by the Florida Department of Education.