Laura S. Domalik, M.Ed.

Education

• M. Ed in Curriculum and Instruction( With a concentration in mathematics education), Virginia Commonwealth University
• B. S. in Elementary Education, Virginia Commonwealth University

Research interests

My current research is primarily informed by the following questions:

• How do practicum experiences help to prepare pre-service teachers in becoming strong 1st year teachers?
• What’s different about teaching an urban setting?
• What do elementary pre-service teachers need to know about being a strong mathematics teacher?

Career highlights

• Elementary K-5 teacher for more than 14 years
• Adjunct professor at Randolph Macon College for 14 years
• Adjunct professor at VCU for 14 years before joining full-time
• Math coach for six years

Recent publications/projects

• Book chapter in “The Mathematics Specialist Handbook,” published by NCTM in 2014
• Book review of “It’s Elementary: A Parent’s Guide to K-5 Mathematics,” by Whitenack, Cavey and Henney in 2015

Bio

I am a teacher, and a teacher of teachers. I love being a VCU professor and helping students realize their potential. My role is to support them along their journey as they learn to be the teacher they are meant to be. I truly enjoy working with pre-service teachers. They are so excited and enthusiastic about the future.

Curriculum Vitae