Dr. Lisa McCoy

Assistant Professor of Education
Education
- Oakland University – B.S.
- Piedmont College – Ed.D.
- Piedmont College – Ed.S.
- Troy University – M.S.
Subject Areas Taught at Brenau
- Literary Methods
- Social Studies Methods
- Developmental Psychology
- ESOL
- General Education
Academic and Research Interests
- Teacher Education
- Teacher Retention
- K-5 Effective Teaching Strategies
Academic Affiliations and Leadership Positions Held
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
- National Council for the Social Studies
- International Reading Association
- Professional Association of Georgia Educators
- Teacher Education Advisory Committee Member
- Georgia Association of Teacher Educators
Teaching Philosophy
First and foremost, I have always believed that all students can and will learn in my classroom. To accomplish this, I continually strive to be a creative, innovative, enthusiastic and motivational facilitator of learning. I always challenge my students to do their very best in order to reach their fullest potential. I endeavor to make learning a purposeful and meaningful activity that provides my students with choices and an opportunity to take responsibility for their own learning. It is my goal to create a positive learning environment that is conducive to learning. Finally, as a teacher I believe it is important to possess a willingness and openness to continue learning and growing as an educator.
Favorite Quote
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela