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Rania Sadeq
| Title: | Assistant Professor |
| Office: | Warde Academic Center |
| Phone: | 773-298-3224 |
| Email: | sadeq@sxu.edu |
| Department: | Education |
Biography
Rania M. Sadeq, Ed.D., earned her doctorate in educational leadership and organizational change from Roosevelt University in Chicago. She also holds a master's degree from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Fla., and a bachelor's degree from Yarmouk University in Irbid, Jordan. Her research has explored teacher and child motivation, with a particular focus on intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Currently, Sadeq's work centers on the psychology of child play, parenting practices, and effective classroom management strategies, reflecting her commitment to fostering positive learning environments.
Education
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Organizational Change
Roosevelt University
M.A. in Education and Art Education
University of Central Florida
B.A. in English Literature and ESL
Yarmouk University
Areas of Specialization
- Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in education
- Early childhood theories and philosophies
- Child advocacy in education
- Teacher training and advocacy
- Diversity and inclusion in education
Courses Taught
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Foundations, Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Literacy and Social Science
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Foundations of Early Childhood Education
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Integrated Curriculum and Methods in Early Childhood Education
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Emergent Literacy and Language Development
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Teacher preparation courses
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Infants and Toddlers: Environments, Programs, Activities
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Characteristic of Students With Disabilities