Emily Kang | Faculty Profiles | Adelphi University

Diplomas/Degrees

PhD in Education, University of California Santa Barbara (2009)

M.A. in Education, Chapman University (2003)

B.A. in Biological Sciences, University of Southern California (1997)

Licenses and Certifications

California Multiple Subject (Childhood) Teaching Credential
California Biology (Adolescent) Teaching Credential
California General Science (Adolescent) Teaching Credential

Recent Courses

First Year Seminar: Nitrified: Water Quality On Li

Student Teaching I In Childhood Ed.For Uncertified Childhood Ed.Teachers

Unified Science For Elementary Teachers

Research Interests

Science Teacher Education and Professional Development
Supporting English Learners in Science
Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning in Science
Bridging Standardized Testing and Inquiry-Based Instruction

Chapters

Kang, E.J.S., & Bianchini, J.A. (2013). Relationships among science language, concepts and processes: a study of English learners in junior high school science classrooms. In J.A. Bianchini, V.L. Akerson, A. Calabrese Barton, O. Lee, and A.J. Rodriguez (Eds.). Moving the equity agenda forward: Equity research, practice, and policy in science education. (pp. 261-282). NY: Springer.

Articles

Kang, E.J.S. (2016), Ready, set, infect! Science in School, 36, 1-4.

Maguire, C., Kang, E.J.S., Hogan, T., & McCarthy, M.J. (2016), Robots, bookmarks, and guitars, oh my! Fusing art and design in to an electricity unit. Science and Children 54(4): 70-75.

Swanson, L.H., Kang, E.J.S., & Vaz-Bauler, C. (2016), Making science real: Supporting English learners in argumentation and explanation through authentic tasks. Science Scope, 39(8), 27-34.

Kang, E.J.S., McCarthy, M.J., & Donovan, C. (2015), Enhancing elementary teachers’ STEM teaching practice through a NGSS-focused professional development program. New Perspectives in Science Education 2015, Conference Proceedings, ISBN 978-88-6292-600-3.

Kang, E.J.S., Bianchini, J.A., & Kelly, G.J. (2013), Crossing the Border from Science Student to Science Teacher: Preservice Teachers’ Views and Experiences Learning to Teach Inquiry. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 24, 427-447.

Kang, E.J.S. (2013), The Neuron Game. Science Scope. Washington, DC: NSTA Press, 36(5), 42-47.

Conference Presentations

Vaz-Bauler, C., & Kang, E.J.S. (2017). What does integration look like? Investigating multilingual learners’ use of English in US mainstream classes. In The 18th World Congress of Applied Linguistics. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Kang, E.J.S., Swanson, L.H., & Vaz-Bauler, C. (2017). NARST-sponsored session: Making science real – supporting English learners in argumentation and explanation. In National Science Teachers Association’s National Conference. Los Angeles, CA.

Maguire, C., Kang, E.J.S., Hogan, T., & McCarthy, M.J. Elementary Extravaganza: Fusing art and design in to an electricity unit. Presentation at the National Science Teachers Association’s National Conference, Los Angeles, CA.

Vaz-Bauler, C., Kang, E.J.S., Afanador-Vega, A., & Stevenson, A. (2016). What does integration look like? Sharing findings and practices from the real world. In New York State Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages Annual Conference. Syracuse, NY.

McCarthy, M.J., Kang, E.J.S., & Donovan. C. (2016). Exploring elementary students’ environmental attitudes and commitment towards the environment. In North American Association for Environmental Education Annual Conference. Madison, WI.

Hogan, T., McCarthy, Crupar, D., M.J., Kang, E.J.S., & Donovan, C. (2016). Citizen science initiatives around community aased Issues: A research partnership explored across the primary - higher education learning continuum. In 7th Annual Living Knowledge Conference. Dublin Institute of Technology, Dublin, Ireland.

Kang, E.J.S., Swanson, L.H., & Bauler, C.V. (2016). "Explicame": Examining bilingual learners’ language use when constructing arguments and explanations of earthquake phenomena. In National Association for Research in Science Teaching. Baltimore, MD.

Kang, E.J.S., McCarthy, M.J., & Donovan, C. (2015). Enhancing elementary teachers’ STEM teaching practice through a NGSS-focused professional development program. In New Perspectives in Science Education – Edition 4. Florence, Italy.

Thornburg, D., Kang, E.J.S., & McCarthy, M.J. (2014). Lessons learned about candidate support for the edTPA. In the edTPA National Implementation Conference. UCLA, Los Angeles, CA.

Kang, E.J.S., Donovan, C., & McCarthy, M.J. (2014). Effects of an NGSS-focused Professional Development on Elementary Teachers’ Self-efficacy and Teaching Practice. In National Association for Research in Science Teaching Annual Meeting. Pittsburgh, PA.

Concannon-Gibney, T., Kang, Emily J.S., & McCarthy, M.J. (2010). “Fostering Reading Comprehension through Science in Upper Elementary and Middle School Classrooms: A Pilot Professional Development Program.”. In National Reading Conference. Fort Worth, TX.

Kang, Emily J.S . (2010). “Depth and Breadth: Bridging the Gap between Scientific Inquiry and High-Stakes Testing with Diverse Junior High School Students.”. In National Association for Research in Science Teaching. Philadelphia, PA.

Craven, J., Hogan, T., McCarthy, M., Kang, E., Manocchi-Verrino, C. , & Nevarez-LaTorre, A.A. (2010). “Reading and Writing for Learning in Science: Practical Strategies to Engage Young Learners”. In Celebration for Teaching and Learning. New York, NY.

Kang, Emily J.S., Bianchini, Julie A., & Kelly, Gregory J. (2009). “Crossing the Border from Science Student to Science Teacher: Preservice Teachers’ Efforts to Learn to Teach Inquiry.”. In American Education Research Association Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA.

Kang, Emily J.S., Levine, Jason, Null, Suzie Y., and Lawrence, Andrea (2008). “Sink or Swim: An Analysis of Teacher Candidates’ Preparation and Proficiency in Classroom Management.”. In American Education Research Association Annual Meeting. New York, NY.

Bianchini, Julie A., Kang, Emily J.S., Kelly, Gregory J. (2007). “Investigating Toxic Risk and Sharing Results Online: What Do Preservice Science Teachers Know about Science, Inquiry, and Literate Practices?”. In National Association for Research in Science Teaching. New Orleans, LA.

Invited Presentations

Kang, E.J.S. (2015, October). Expert Panel Moderator: Racing to Zero documentary. Sustainable Long Island; AU Center for Health Innovation, Garden City, NY.

Kang, E.J.S. (2015, July). Critical Reading and Writing for STEM. CSTEP Summer Bridge Program, Garden City, NY.

Kang, E.J.S. & Cosentino, JoAnn (2014, May). Academic Language in the edTPA. Commission on Independent Colleges & Universities (cIcu) IS NetworkED New York City-2/Long Island Region, Garden City, NY.

Kang, E.J.S. (2014, March). edTPA Task 4 Webinar Presentation. Commission on Independent Colleges & Universities (cIcu) IS NetworkED New York City-2/Long Island Region, Garden City, NY.

Kang, E.J.S. (2012, November). World Hunger: Dispelling the Myths. Hunger Banquet. Sponsored by Collaboration Project, Adelphi Community Reads, Hunger for Justice, Amnesty International, Criminal Justice Club, Sikhs United, Muslim Student Association, Garden City, NY.

Kang, E.J.S., McCarthy, M., Vaughn-Shavuo, F. (2012, September). Strategies for Implementing Response to Intervention (RtI) in light of the Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS). Superintendent’s Conference Day at P.S. 203, New York, NY.

Kang, E.J.S. (2012, July). From Farm to Table. CSTEP/STEP Summer STEM Camp, Garden City, NY.

Kang, E.J.S. (2012, March). AMPing up your Teaching: Lessons learned from the Field. Kappa Delta Pi Induction Ceremony Keynote Address. Adelphi University.

Kang, E.J.S. and Merino, N. (2007, October). “Successfully Implementing Scoring (for teacher education programs of less than 150 candidates” PACT Implementaion Conference. UC Santa Barbara.

Kang, E.J.S. (2007, July). “East-West Seismology – Earthquakes in California and Taiwan” Yuan Lin Cultural Exchange Program. UC Santa Barbara.

Kang, E.J.S. (2005, March). “Hello? I’m Talking Here – Communication in the Science Classroom” Research Experience for Teachers. UC Santa Barbara.

Kang, E.J.S. (2003, July). “Lung Surfactant Collapse and Recovery in Premature Infants” Research Experience for Teachers. UC Santa Barbara.

Images, Videos

Grants

Co-Principal Investigator with Clara Bauler (2017-2018)
What does integration look like? Examining CoTeaching Practices for English Learners. ($1500), Funded by the Adelphi University Faculty Development Grant

Principal Investigator (2016-2017)
Nitrified: A Documentary on the Nitrification of Long Island Waters ($1000), Funded by the Adelphi University Faculty Development Grant

AU Faculty Liaison and Services Coordinator (March 2014 - June 2015)
Strengthening Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Grant 3
Partnership with Freeport Public Schools ($804,000)
Partnership with Uniondale School District ($799,250)
Funded by NYS Race To The Top

AU Faculty Liaison and Services Coordinator (October 2012 - June 2014)
Strengthening Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Grant 1
Partnership with Freeport Public Schools ($786,591)
Partnership with Wyandanch Union Free School District ($249,750)
Funded by NYS Race To The Top

Co Principal Investigator (2010)
Emily Kang and Tara Concannon-Gibney, Fostering Reading Comprehension through Science in Middle and Upper Elementary Classrooms: A Pilot Professional Development Program ($3500), Funded by Adelphi University Faculty Development Grant

Writing Team Member (2008-2009)
Jane Close Conoley (PI), Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program ($900,000), CalTeach Santa Barbara, University of California, Santa Barbara
Funded by the National Science Foundation

Theses Advised

Nathalia Aguilera (2017) – Thesis title: What can schools and teachers do to facilitate English language learners’ achievement?
Mary Camarano (2017) – Thesis title: Water nitrification and its subsequent effects on human health
Rachel Colvin (2017) – Thesis title: Making predictions and constructing explanations: an investigation into introductory chemistry students’ understanding of structure-property relationships
Katelyn Simmons (2017) – Thesis title: Fostering science-specific vocabulary development in English language learners through children’s literature
Lisa DeLaBastide (2013) - Impact of research experience on secondary science teachers' pedagogy

Honors and Accomplishments

Nominee (2014)
“40 Under 40: Professors Who Inspire” article by NerdScholar

Nominee (2014)
Outstanding Woman at Adelphi University for Women’s Recognition Month
Student Government Association

Fellow 2005-2009
Eugene Cota-Robles Diversity Fellowship for Graduate Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara

Teacher of the Year 2004
Air Force Association Vandenberg Chapter
Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA

Community Outreach

Family STEAM Nights/STEM Fairs Coordinator
Family STEAM Nights are designed to engage elementary-aged students and their families in the wonders of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics). All activities are led by undergraduates in Adelphi Universities Scholar Teacher Education Program.
May 11, 2017 (New Visions Elementary School Family STEAM Night, Freeport)
May 5, 2017 (California Avenue Science Fair, Uniondale)
March 24, 2017 (Plainview Library Family STEM Night, Plainview)
November 29, 2016 (Giblyn and Bayview Street Elementary Schools, Freeport)
November 17, 2016 (Archer Street and New Visions Elementary Schools, Freeport)
May 13, 2016 (California Avenue Science Fair, Uniondale)
December 1, 2015 (Archer Street and New Visions Elementary Schools, Freeport)
November 24, 2015 (Giblyn and Bayview Street Elementary Schools, Freeport)
May 13, 2015 (Obama Elementary School, Hempstead)
May 4, 2015 (California Avenue Science Fair, Uniondale)
December 2, 2014 (Archer Street and New Visions Elementary Schools, Freeport)
November 25, 2014 (Giblyn and Bayview Street Elementary Schools, Freeport)
May 14, 2014 (Obama Elementary School, Hempstead)
May 5, 2014 (P.S. 130Q, Queens)
November 19, 2013 (Giblyn Elementary School, Freeport)
December 4, 2012 (Jackson Avenue Elementary School, Mineola)
May 10, 2012 (P.S. 130Q, Queens)
April 26, 2012 (Obama Elementary School, Hempstead)
April 20, 2010 (Jackson Avenue)
November 19, 2009 (Jackson Avenue)

Professional Activities

Reviewer: National Science Foundation STEM+C proposals
Presider: Paper Session “Issues in Early Childhood Science Education”: National Association of Research in Science Teaching Annual Meeting
Trained Scorer: edTPA Middle Childhood Science
Advisory Board Member: SAP/CSTEP Program
Member and Conference Proposal Reviewer: National Association for Research in Science Teaching
Professional Development Provider for Freeport Schools, Port Washington School District, Uniondale School District, Wyandanch School District, Ulster County BOCES, and Global Kids NYC
Freeport Public Schools Professional Development Planning Committee member