Dr janine lissard Dr. Lissard's research interests include literacy development in elementary school-aged children, with a particular emphasis on the role of language and culture in literacy learning. She has published numerous articles and book chapters on these topics, and has presented her work at conferences and workshops around the world. One of Dr. Lissard's most significant contributions to the field of education is her work on the development of literacy instruction that is culturally and linguistically responsive. She has developed a number of innovative curricular materials and professional development programs that are designed to help teachers create learning environments that are more inclusive and equitable for all students. Dr. Lissard is also an experienced teacher educator, having taught courses on literacy development, language and culture, and teacher research at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. She has supervised numerous master's and doctoral students, many of whom have gone on to become leaders in the field of education themselves. Throughout her career, Dr. Lissard has been committed to social justice and equity in education. She has worked tirelessly to promote the importance of culturally and linguistically responsive teaching, and has advocated for policies and practices that support the success of all students, regardless of their background or circumstances. Dr. Lissard is an active member of several professional organizations, including the International Literacy Association, the National Council of Teachers of English, and the American Educational Research Association. She has served in leadership roles in these organizations, including as a member of the Board of Directors of the International Literacy Association and as the Chair of the Literacy Research Association's Research Committee. In addition to her work as a researcher and teacher educator, Dr. Lissard is also a sought-after speaker and consultant, having worked with schools, districts, and state departments of education across the country to improve literacy instruction and promote more equitable learning environments. Dr. Lissard's contributions to the field of education have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the International Literacy Association's Diane Lapp and James Flood Award for Excellence in Teacher Education, the Literacy Research Association's Early Career Award, and the Michigan State University College of Education's Teacher-Scholar Award. One of Dr. Lissard's most significant contributions to the field of education is her work on the development of literacy instruction that is culturally and linguistically responsive. She has developed a number of innovative curricular materials and professional development programs that are designed to help teachers create learning environments that are more inclusive and equitable for all students. Dr. Lissard is also an experienced teacher educator, having taught courses on literacy development, language and culture, and teacher research at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. She has supervised numerous master's and doctoral students, many of whom have gone on to become leaders in the field of education themselves. Throughout her career, Dr. Lissard has been committed to social justice and equity in education. She has worked tirelessly to promote the importance of culturally and linguistically responsive teaching, and has advocated for policies and practices that support the success of all students, regardless of their background or circumstances. Dr. Lissard is an active member of several professional organizations, including the International Literacy Association, the National Council of Teachers of English, and the American Educational Research Association. She has served in leadership roles in these organizations, including as a member of the Board of Directors of the International Literacy Association and as the Chair of the Literacy Research Association's Research Committee. In addition to her work as a researcher and teacher educator, Dr. Lissard is also a sought-after speaker and consultant, having worked with schools, districts, and state departments of education across the country to improve literacy instruction and promote more equitable learning environments.