Tommy L. Hansen, Ed. D
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Business Address:
Associate Professor
Department of Teacher Education
B169 College of Education
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Kearney, NE 68849
Telephone: (308) 865-8537
EDUCATION
DEGREEINSTITUTION
1989Ed. D Curriculum and Instruction,University of South Dakota
Reading/Language ArtsVermillion, S. D.
1985M. Ed. Elementary AdministrationSouth Dakota State University
Brookings, S. D.
1983M. Ed. Guidance and CounselingSouth Dakota State University
Brookings, S. D.
1967B. A. Elementary Ed.Northern State College
Aberdeen, S. D.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
K-3 Professional Development Early Literacy Learning Institute: Classroom Practices for Literacy Development. Five-day workshop. ESU 10, Kearney, NE August 3-7, 1998
Six-Trait Writing Plus Assessment. Four day workshop. Nov. 9th and 10th ESU 10, Kearney, NE 1997-1998
M. O. R. E. (Musically Oriented Relevant Experiences) of the Singing Reading Connection. Omaha, NE April, 1999
FRAMEWORKS: A HOLISTIC STAFF DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR GRADES K-8
Completed a five day facilitator training program at Regis University in Denver, Colorado July 19-23, 1993
THE PRIMARY PROGRAM: GROWING AND LEARNING IN THE HEARTLAND K-3
Completed a two day workshop at UNK Kearney, NE Dec 3-4 1993.
BEGINNING GUIDED READING AND WRITING INSTRUCTION IN THE K-3 CLASSROOM:
Completed a five-day staff development workshop at ESU 10 in Kearney NE. August 3-8, 1998.
NEBRASKA NETWORK FOR EDUCATIONAL RENEWAL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE: Lincoln NE. May, 1997
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
DATESINSTITUTIONPOSITION
1989-PresentUniversity of Nebraska at KearneyAssociate Professor
Kearney, NebraskaDept. of Elementary Education
1987-1989University of South DakotaGrad. Assistant, Instructor
Vermillion, South Dakota
1986-1987Tri-Valley Elementary SchoolElementary Principal
Colton, South Dakota
1985-1986Sioux Falls College Instructor: Reading/L.A.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
1984-1985Canistota Public SchoolElementary Principal
Canistota, South DakotaRemedial Math
1981-1984Watertown Elementary SchoolElementary Teacher
Watertown, South Dakota5th grade
1981 Jan.-MayEstelline Public SchoolRemedial Reading
Estelline, South Dakota
1969-1973Jackson Public SchoolElementary Teacher
Jackson, Minnesota4th, 5th and 6th grades
1967-1969Frederick Public SchoolElementary Teacher
Frederick, South Dakota5th grade
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
1978-1981Telelect, Inc. Assembler
Watertown, S. D.
1973-1978Self-EmployedAgriculture
South Shore, South Dakota
SCHOLARLY PRESENTATIONS NATIONAL AND REGIONAL
Batenhorst, E., Julie Agard and Tommy Hansen, Nov. 2009 Using Graphic Novels to Engage Reluctant and Struggling Readers 35th Plains IRA Regional Conference in Branson, Missouri
Hansen, T., & Ken Messersmith. Feb. 2006; Preparing Teachers for a High-Tech Classroom, ATE 2006 Annual Meeting.
Hansen, T., Elaine Batenhorst, Julie Agard. Oct. 2004; 31st Plains International Reading Association Regional Conference – “Enhance Students’ Learning in the Content Area With the Power of the Internet.
Potthoff, D Hansen, T. et. al. Feb., 1999 AACTE 51st Annual Meeting & Exhibits Program – titled Tripartite Cohorts: A Collaborative Model of Professional Development Involving P-12 Educators and Arts & Sciences and Teacher Education Faculty
Hansen, T. Using Picture Books to Teach Literacy Devices. 24th Plains International Reading Association. Omaha, NE. Oct. 1997
Hansen, T. & Walsh, T. Evolving Towards Collaboration. 75th Annual Meeting of the Association of Teacher Educators. Detroit, MI. Feb. 1995.
Hansen, T., Steven, B., & Roberson, P. Project MALE: A preliminary report about a project designed to involve adult makes in Head Start programs. 1992 Annual NAEYC Conference. New Orleans, Louisiana. Nov., 1992.
Hansen, T. Helping Students Comprehend Using Art and Drama. 20th Plains Regional Conference of the International Reading Association. Kansas City, Missouri. Oct., 1992.
Hansen, T. What is a Developmentally Appropriate Literacy Program for K-1? 1991 Annual Convention National Conference of Teachers of English. Seattle, Washington. November, 1991.
Hansen, T., & Kenagy, A. WHAT?? Whole Language Strategies in a Teacher Education Program? Second Annual Whole Language Conference, Phoenix, Arizona. August, 1991.
Hansen, T., & Mahony, J. Stimulating Creative Writing Through the Use of Music and Art. The Writing Conference, Overland Park, Kansas. April, 1991.
Hansen, T., & Mahony, J. Affective Aspects of Cooperative Learning: A Focus on Leadership and Social Skills. National Council of Teachers of English, Spring Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana. March, 1991.
Hansen, T., & Kenagy, A. Modeling New Age Methods in a Teacher Education Program. 71st Annual Meeting of the Association of Teacher Educators, New Orleans, Louisiana. February, 1991.
Hansen, T., & Mahony, J. The Use of Art and Close Viewing as a Starting Device for Writing. National Council of Teachers of English Spring Conference, Colorado Springs, Colorado. March, 1990.
Hansen, T., & Mahony, J. Stimulating Creative Writing Through the Use of Music and Art. The Writing Conference, Overland Park, Kansas. March, 1990.
Hansen, T., & Lee, S. Self-Concept and the Reader. 17th Plains Regional Conference of the International Reading Association, Omaha, Nebraska. October, 1989.
Hansen, T., & Lee, S. Emergent Literacy: Reading and Writing Connections in First Grade Classrooms. 16th Plains Regional Conference of the
International Reading Association, Fargo, North Dakota. Sept., 1988.
Hansen, T., & Mahony, J. Teaching Reading Through the Use of Music, Art and Drama. 14th Plains regional Conference of the International Reading Association, Rapid City, South Dakota. August, 1986
SCHOLARLY PRESENTATIONS STATE AND LOCAL
Hansen, T, Feb. 2009 Using Podcasts to Support Learning in an Elementary Classroom 36th Annual Conference of the Nebraska State Reading Association, Kearney, NE.
Hansen, T & Ken Messersmith, April 2008 Working and Learning with a WIKI 2008 Nebraska Educational Technology Association (NETA) Omaha, NE
Hansen, T & Ken Messersmith, Oct. 2007 Getting the Information You Want From the Web Lexington Educational Technology Academy
Hansen, T & Ken Messersmith, Oct. 2007 Using Inspiration Software to Improve Writing Lexington Educational Technology Academy
Hansen, T & Ken Messersmith, Oct. 2007 Wikis for Student Collaboration Lexington Educational Technology Academy
Hansen, T. & Jane Ziebarth-Bovill, Sept. 2007 Using Graphic Organizers to Assist Students When Planning Their Service-Learning Projects Midwest Consortium for Service Learning in Higher Education Fourth Annual Conference
Hansen, T. & Agard, J. Reader's Theater in the Elementary Classroom. Sandhills Reading Council. North Platte, NE. Nov. 1996
Hansen, T. Developing Partnership School Relationships: One Step at a Time. Nebraska Consortium for Improvement of Teacher Education, Annual Conference Program. Grand Island, NE. Nov. 1995
Hansen, T., & Agard, J. Teaching Literary Devices Through the Use of Picture Storybooks. Twenty-First Annual Reading Conference Nebraska State Reading Council Kearney, Nebraska. Feb., 1995
Hansen, T. & Walsh, T. Evolving Towards Collaboration. National Consortium for Improvement of Teacher Education. Nebraska Wesleyan University, Lincoln, NE. Nov., 1994
Hansen, T. A New Look at Literacy Growth in Young Children. Child Care of the Nineties Conference, University of Nebraska at Lincoln, Cooperative Extension. Kearney, NE. Sept., 1994
Hansen, T. Raising Children Who Read-Exploring Children's Literature. Children and Parents Learning Together: Reaching out to Families: A family literacy conference for Iowa and Nebraska. Omaha, NE. April, 1994.
Hansen, T. Frameworks: A Whole Language Staff Development Program. Twenty-First Annual Reading Conference Nebraska State Reading Council, Kearney, Nebraska. Feb., 1994
Hansen, T., & Agard, J. Teaching Literary Devices Through the Use of Picture Storybooks. Twenty-First Annual Reading Conference Nebraska State Reading Council Kearney, Nebraska. Feb., 1994
Hansen, T. The Reading Workshop: Its Role in an Integrated Curriculum. Central Nebraska Reading Council Grand Island, Nebraska. Jan., 1994.
Hansen, T., & Agard, J. Strategies for Using Literature in the Elementary School-Thematic Units for K-6. Niobrara Reading council Ainsworth, Nebraska. Oct., 1993.
Hansen, T. The Nature of Learning: Moving Toward a Literature-Based Reading Program. Education Service Unit #15 Trenton, Nebraska. Sept., 1993.
Hansen, T. Emergent Literacy: What are the Implications for the Kindergarten and the First Grade Classrooms? 19t. Annual Nebraska State Reading Conference Kearney, Nebraska. Feb., 1992
Hansen, T. Whole Language Strategies for Kindergarten and First Grade Students Educational Service Unit 10, 1992 Midwinter In-Service. Ord, Nebraska. Feb., 1992.
Hansen, T. Whole Language Strategies for Kindergarten and First Grade Students Educational Service Unit 10, 1992 Midwinter In-Service. Kearney, Nebraska. Feb., 1992.
Hansen, T. Whole Language Strategies for Kindergarten and First Grade Students Educational Service Unit 10, 1992 Midwinter In-Service. Cozad, Nebraska. Feb., 1992
Hansen, T. Using Music, Art and Drama in the Elementary Classroom. Sixth Annual SOAR Professional Growth Conference. Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Feb., 1992.
Hansen, T. Using thematic Units and Theme Cycles in the Elementary Classroom. Sixth Annual SOAR Professional Growth Conference. Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Feb., 1992.
Hansen, T. Text Sets and Literature Circles in an Elementary Literacy Program. Sixth Annual SOAR Professional Growth Conference. Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Feb., 1992.
Hansen, T. Whole Language Strategies for Kindergarten and First Grade Students. Sixth Annual SOAR Professional Growth Conference. Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Feb., 1992.
Hansen, T. Emergent Literacy: What are the Implication for Kindergarten and First Grade Classrooms? Mid-Nebraska Reading Council, Loup City, Nebraska. Jan., 1992.
Hansen, T., & Mahony, J. Using Music, Art and Drama to Teach Language Arts. State Conference UNK. Kearney, Nebraska. Dec., 1991.
Hansen, T., Anderson, K., & Shield, J. Emergent Literacy: What are the Implications for Kindergarten and First Grade Classrooms? Nebraska Association for the Education of Young Children Annual Conference. Kearney, Nebraska. Oct., 1991
Hansen, T. Process Writing in the First Grade Classroom. 18th Annual Nebraska State Reading Conference. Kearney, Nebraska. Feb., 1991
Hansen, T. & Stutheit, W. What is a Developmentally Appropriate Reading Program for K-1. 1991 Elementary School Curriculum Conference. Lincoln, Nebraska. Feb., 1991.
Hansen, T. Process Writing in a First Grade Classroom. Nebraska Association for the Education of Young Children. Columbus, Nebraska. Oct., 1990
Hansen, T. & Powell, G. Current Trends in Reading/Language Arts. 1990 Midwinter In-Service Educational Service Unit 10. Kearney, Nebraska. Feb., 1990.
Hansen, T. Whole Language: More Than a Language Arts Program. South Dakota Reading Council Spring Conference. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. April, 1988.
Hansen, T., Lee, S., & Browne, D. Reading/Writing Connection. South Dakota Reading Council Spring Conference. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. April, 1988.
Hansen, T. Process Writing in the Elementary School. South Dakota Reading Council Spring Conference. Yankton, South Dakota. April, 1987.
CONSULTING ACTIVITIES
DateDescription
Jan., 1999Emergent Literacy/Spelling Strategies – Buffalo County Teachers, ESU 10 Kearney, Nebraska
April, 1993Whole Language Workshop - Student Education Association of Nebraska; UNK Kearney, Nebraska
Dec., 1992Writing Process Workshop - North Platte, Nebraska
March, 1992Whole Language Discussion Group Panel Member - ESU #9 Hastings, Nebraska
March, 1992Member North Central and State Accreditation External Visitation Team - Deshler Public School; Deshler, Nebraska
Feb., 1992Whole Language Workshop - Pierce Public Schools; Pierce, Nebraska
May, 1991Whole Language Workshop - Kearney Public Schools; Kearney, Nebraska
March, 1991Whole Language Strategies in the Elementary School - Juniata Elementary School; Juniata, Nebraska
Feb., 1991New Trends in Teaching Elementary Language Arts Using the Writing Process Approach - North Platte, Nebraska
Jan., 1991New Trends in Teaching Elementary Language Arts Using the Writing Process Approach - North Platte, Nebraska
Nov., 1990Panelist Entry Level Assistant Program - Discipline in the Classroom; UNK Kearney, Nebraska
May, 1990Whole Language Workshop - Kearney Public School; Kearney, Nebraska
Feb., 1990Reading and Whole Language - Midwinter Inservice; Beatrice, Nebraska
Feb., 1989Reading/Writing Connection in 1st Grade Using the Whole Language Approach - Laura Wilder Elementary; Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Aug., 1988Improving Language Arts Instruction in Grades K-9 - Eagle Butte, South Dakota
Sept., 1988Reading/Writing Connection - Presentation to the Vermillion Valley Reading Council; Beresford, South Dakota
Sept., 1987Implementation of a Process Writing Program in the 1st Grade Classroom - A one year inservice program for 1st grade teachers; Vermillion, South Dakota
Jan., 1987Process Writing in the Elementary School - Inservice for K-12 teachers; Brandon, South Dakota
Jan., 1985Considerations in Selection of a Basal Reading Program - Presentation to the Reading Committee; Brandon, S. D.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
I have a membership in the following organizations:
Central Nebraska Reading Council
Nebraska State Reading Council
International Literacy Association
Nebraska Educational Technology Association
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Exhibit Manager Nebraska State Reading Conference 2010-2017
Central Nebraska Newsletter 2008-2009
Membership Director for the Nebraska State Reading Association 2007
Nebraska State Reading Association Webmaster 2007
Membership Director for the Nebraska State Reading Association 2006
Nebraska State Reading Association Webmaster 2006
Membership Director for the Nebraska State Reading Association 2005
Editor of the Central Nebraska Council Newsletter 2005
Nebraska State Reading Association Webmaster 2005
Past-President of the Nebraska State Reading Association 2003
President of the Nebraska State Reading Association 2002
President of the Nebraska State Reading Association 2001
President-elect of the Nebraska State Reading Association 2000
Vice-President of the Nebraska State Reading Association 1999
Member of the Program Renewal Steering Committee of the College of Education 1998
Member of the Professional Development Steering Committee of the College of Education 1997-1998
Nebraska State Reading Council Studies and Research Chairperson 1997
Central Nebraska Reading Council Technology and Newsletter committee chair 1997-1998
Co-Chair Program Planning Committee for the 24th Plains IRA Regional Conference, Omaha, NE. Sept., 1997
Member of the Planning Committee for the State Reading Conference Meeting, Kearney, NE. Feb., 1997
Nebraska Early Childhood Professional Development Work Group, Writing Team and Professional Action Team, 1997
Nebraska Early Childhood Training Center Professional Development Advisory Committee 1997
Member of the Planning Committee for the State Reading Conference Meeting, Kearney, NE. Feb., 1996
Participant in the Nebraska Network for Educational Renewal Leadership Institute April, June, and Sept, 1997
Member of the UNK/KPS Nebraska Network for Educational Renewal Advisory Committee, 1997
Member of the Regional Instructional Materials Review Center Advisory Committee, 1997
Non-teaching Professional Activities:
- National, regional and state activities –
Exhibit Manager Nebraska State Reading Conference 2010-2012
Central Nebraska Reading Council Newsletter
- University of Nebraska at Kearney Activities –
Faculty Welfare Committee 2011
General Studies Committee 2011
Faculty Senate
Faculty Senate Grievance Committee
Retention and Recruitment Committee RREAC
c.College of Education Activities -
COE Assessment Committee 2011
Network Forecasting Conversations 2011
NCE PK-12 Annual Report 2011
NCATE Folio Writing Team 2010
NCATE Assessment Team
- Department Activities –
Graduate Committee 2011
3 Peer Review Committees 2011
Promotion Committee 2011
Participant in student advising events2011
Assessment Committee
Graduate Committee
Participant in student advising events
e. Community Activities
Member, Kearney Education 2000 Steering Committee
Member, Kearney Education 2000 Focus Group
Chairman, Goal 1 Task Force Kearney Education 2000
Professional Development
Attended the annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb, 2011
Attended the 2011 NETA Conference –Omaha Nebraska
Attended the annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb, 2010
Attended the 2010 NETA Conference –Omaha Nebraska
Attended the annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb, 2009
Attended the 2009 NETA Conference –Omaha Nebraska
Presented at the 35th Plains IRA Regional Conference in Branson, Missouri: Nov 2009
Attended the annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb, 2008
Attended the 2008 NETA Conference –Omaha Nebraska
Attended the 2007 NETA Conference – Omaha, NE April 26-27, 2007
Attended the Thirty Fourth annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb, 2007
Attended the Thirty Third annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb, 2006
Attended the 2006 SETA Conference – College of Saint Mary’s Omaha Nebraska
Attended the 31st Plains International Reading Association Regional Conference: Oct. 6-9, 2004
Attended the annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb. 6-28, 2004
Attended the Third Annual Livetext Conference in Chicago Il.: sponsored by Livetext July 27th – 30th , 2004.
Attended the Regional Leadership Workshop in Louisville, Kentucky: sponsored by the International Reading Association: June 20-22, 2004
Attended the annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference: Feb. 20-23, 2003
Attended the NETA Conference in Omaha, NE April 24-25, 2003
Attended the Regional Leadership Workshop in Chattanooga TN: sponsored by the International Reading Association: June 20-22, 2003
Attended the Second Annual Livetext Conference in Chicago Il.: sponsored by Livetext July 30th- Aug 1st . 2003
Participated in the 2003 Writing Across the Curriculum Workshop; sponsored by the UNK Center for Teaching Excellence. June 2-6 2003
Feb. 2002 Attended the annual Nebraska State Reading Association conference
May 14 – June 1 Participated in a 3-credit hour class JMC-425 Topics: Web Site Design
September, 2000 Heads-Up Reading Training
April, 2000 Participant in the Excellence in Education Conference
May, 2000 Bureau of Education & Research workshop Helping Your Struggling Students be More Successful Readers and Writers
Three year participant in the STEP grant (Scholarship, Technology and Educational Practice; a grant designed to promote the use of computers in the classroom
AWARDS
Reappointment as a Graduate Lecturer in the Department of Teacher Education
1997 Recipient of the Nebraska Association of Elementary School Principals “Friend of Education Award”.
GRANTS
Teacher Education Program of Excellence Award - $850 – Using Technology to Enhance the Quality of the Field Experience for Students in TE 206 Echo Pens 2010 and 2011
Teacher Education Program of Excellence Award - $800 – Using Technology to Enhance the Quality of the Field Experience for Students in TE 206 Flip Videos
Teacher Education Program of Excellence Award - $2025 – Using Technology to Enhance the Quality of Student Writing in the Fourth Grade
RESEARCH
Hansen, T. L. & Annabell Zikmund. (1997). Integrated Music and Literacy Instruction in a Multicultural Setting. (unfunded)
Hansen, T. L. (1994) . The Development of Pedagogical Thinking in Teacher Education Programs. The research project, which was part of the Early Training Center program at UNK, was designed to determine the changes in pedagogical development among undergraduate students.
Hansen, T. L. & Roberson, P. S. (1992). The use of alternative sign systems (music art, and drama) to enhance children's language learning and to strengthen the understanding of content in an integrated curriculum.
Research Services Council, University of Nebraska at Kearney. 1992-1993 Grant-in-Aid, $1800.00.
Hildebrand, C., Hansen, T. L. & Roberson,P. S. (1992. The effects of daily schedule, teacher philosophy, learning environment and curriculum on classroom behavior, oral language development, and emergent reading and writing abilities in kindergarten children.