Associate Professor
School of Education
Email: andersonc@felician.edu
Academic Accomplishments
- (2016) Grand Canyon University: Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership- Emphasis in Effective Schools Research (Special Education)
- (2010) Boston University School of Education: Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Teaching-Specialization in Literacy and Reading (ABD)
- (1999) Harvard Graduate School of Education: Post Graduate Special Studies- School Administration and Adolescent Development
- (1997) New York University Graduate School of Education: Master of Arts- Specialization in Psychological Foundations of Developmental Reading and Remedial Interventions
- (1995) Baruch College, CUNY: Bachelor of Scince-Special Education; Teacher Education, graduated magna cum laude
Biography
As a special educator, reading specialist, and an educational leader, Dr. Anderson has taught graduate and undergraduate-level courses for teacher preparation programs within Institutes of Higher Education since 2006. His consultation firm, UCAN, was founded in 2004 to promote greater utilization of classroom assessment networks and inclusive education. Chris believes education is the endeavor that strengthens a mind, frees a spirit, and enriches a society. Therefore, through his teaching and consultation, you are intentionally invited to embrace the holistic and interdependent conditions that promote the learning for all mission!
As a committed invitational leader, Chris believes in the power of volunteering and providing community and national service. As a member of the first AmeriCorps class (1994), he served as a team leader and academic tutor for the Chelsea-Elliot “I Have A Dream” program. Twenty-one years later he provided another year of national service through the inaugural NYC Service- Read More Corps program, which implemented the Literacy Trust’s Reading Rescue initiative within New York City Renewal Schools.
The Grand Canyon University doctoral program emphasized educational leadership to promote Effective Schools Research. A previous doctoral program at Boston University focused upon curriculum and teaching with an emphasis on literacy and developmental reading interventions. Post-graduate special studies at Harvard University examined school administration systems and adolescent development. Chris completed a graduate degree in applied psychology from New York University and a Bachelor of Science degree in special education from Baruch College-CUNY.
Book & Dissertation:
- Anderson, C.J. (2020). Making specialized education exceptional, effective, AND inclusive.
- Kendall Hunt Publishing: Dubuque, IA. ISBN: 9781792409035
- Anderson, C.J. (2016). A correlational study examining demonstrated emotional intelligence and perceptions of school climate. (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses, 10027119
Peer-Reviewed Articles:
- Anderson, C. J. (2019). A leader’s emotional self-control and management of others impacts a school’s climate. Journal of Invitational Theory and Practice, 25, 39-57.
- Anderson, C. J. (2017). Examining demonstrated emotional intelligence and perceptions of inviting schools. Journal of Invitational Theory and Practice, 23, 35-61.
- Predmore, C., Kushner, Sr. R., & Anderson, C. J. (2017). So, that is what you said? Journal of Invitational Theory and Practice, 23, 91-97.
Edited Journals:
- Anderson, C. J. (Ed.). (2019). Journal of Invitational Theory and Practice,25, Nicholasville, KY:
The International Alliance for Invitational Education® - Anderson, C. J. (Ed.). (2018). Journal of Invitational Theory and Practice,24, Nicholasville, KY:
The International Alliance for Invitational Education® - Anderson, C. J. (Ed.). (2017). Journal of Invitational Theory and Practice,23, Nicholasville, KY:
The International Alliance for Invitational Education®
Presentations at International Research Conferences:
- Anderson, C.J. (2019) “Transforming Your IAIE Research Presentation to a Manuscript for JITP Scholarly Publication.” Presentation at the IAIE 37th Annual World Conference, Columbus OH. October 17, 2019; sponsored by The International Alliance for Invitational Education
- Anderson, C.J. (2019) “ICORT Makes the 5Ps of Special Education Service Delivery Truly Exceptional.” Presentation at the IAIE 37th Annual World Conference, Columbus OH. October 16, 2019; sponsored by The International Alliance for Invitational Education
- Anderson, C.J. (2016) ” The Relationship Between Demonstrated Emotional Intelligence and Perception of School Climate.” Presentation at the IAIE 34th Annual World Conference, Lexington, KY. November 4, 2016; sponsored by The International Alliance for Invitational Education
- Anderson, C.J. (2014) “Leaders’ Demonstrated Emotional Intelligence Behaviors Correlated to Teachers’ Perceptions of School Climate” Research presentation at the IAIE 32nd Annual World Conference, Nashville, TN. October 31, 2014; sponsored by The International Alliance for Invitational Education
Presentation at National, State, or Local Conferences:
- Anderson, C.J. (2017) “Optimizing School Climate Through Invitational Education Theory and Practice.” Presentation at the 2017 NEA Student Leadership Conference, Cambridge, MA. June 28, 2017; sponsored by The National Education Association
- Anderson, C.J. (2017) Tier III PBIS professional development for Special Educators, Paraprofessionals, and Related Service Providers.” Presentation at the Annual Minnesota PBIS Institute, Roseville, MN. June 21, 2017; sponsored by The Minnesota Department of Education
- Anderson, C.J. (2016) ” Considering the 3-Rs: Relationships, Relevance, and Risk, to Promote Effective Communication.” Presentation at the Power of Performance Conference, Marshall, MN. October 22, 2016; sponsored by Southwest West Central Service Cooperative and EMSP
- Anderson, C.J. (2016) “Brain-based Learning and Multiple Intelligences” Presentation at the City Service Corps’ Monthly Professional Development Day, New York City, NY. July 27, 2016; sponsored by City University of New York and NY City Service Corps/AmeriCorps
- Anderson, C.J. (2015) “Consultation and the Seven Correlates of Effective Schools Research” Presentation at the LSA Annual Conference, Brookville, NY. November 6, 2015; sponsored by The Lutheran Schools Association
- Anderson, C.J. (2013)”Building an Inclusive Educational Program: Theory to Practice”
Three-part workshop series: March 22-April 19, 2013; sponsored by New York City Special Education Collaborative - Anderson, C.J. (2012) “The Influence of Emotional Intelligence and Invitational Leadership Within Diverse Learning Environments” July 23, 2012. Emerging Scholars Presentation sponsored by Grand Canyon University, College of Doctoral Studies
Professional Affiliations or Service:
- AmeriCorps Alums (Trailblazer): since 1995
- Association for Supervision & Curriculum (ASCD): since 1996
- Council for Exceptional Children (CEC): since 2003
- DC Network (GCU): since 2011
- Golden Key National Honor Society: since 1993
- International Alliance for Invitational Education; since 2013
- Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society: Chapter counselor 2015
- New York Cares: Volunteer (Team Leader) since 2015
- Monthly Web log post; Retrieved from http://www.ucan-cja.blogspot.com/
