Vita

Alyson S.
Bass page 1
ALYSON SMITH BASS, Ed.D.

VITA
1011 Tomahawk Trace 615-428-9577 (home) alysonbass@comcast.net

Murfreesboro, TN 37129 615-898-2146 (office) abass@mtsu.edu
CURRENT STATUS
Associate Professor, Teacher Education, Literacy

Department of Elementary and Special Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Box 69, Murfreesboro TN 37132
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
Elementary Language Arts theory and practice

Emergent literacy
Learning theory
Content Area literacy
Teacher education (reading/language arts methods)
Children’s and adolescents’ literature
Classroom management
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Literature-based reading instruction

Multiple entry points to literacy
Teacher training effectiveness
Literacy pedagogy in under-represented populations
Content area literacy
EDUCATION
Graduate: Peabody College of Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN
Major Area: Language and Literacy
Degree: Ed.D., December, 2004
Dissertation Topic: Teacher Book Selection Decisions for Emergent
Readers in a Literature-Based Reading Program
University of Houston at Clear Lake, Department of Education
Houston, TX
Major Area: Elementary Education with Reading Specialization
Degree: M.S., August 1989
Undergraduate: Louisiana State University, School of Education
Baton Rouge, LA
Major Area: Elementary Education
Degree: B.S., Cum Laude, May 1968
TEACHER CERTIFICATION
Texas: Elementary Education Certificate (1-8), 1970

Kindergarten Endorsement (K), 1971
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Louisiana: Elementary Education Certificate (1-8), 1968

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
UNIVERSITY TEACHING EXPERIENCE

2005 – 2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN.
Associate Professor in Teacher Education
Plans and teaches curriculum, instruction, and assessment for undergraduate, and
graduate language arts courses. As of the 2006-2007 school year, the position of
Reading Coordinator was added with the responsibilities of ensuring
adherence to national and state Reading Specialist standards as well as the
Tennessee English/Language Arts Curriculum Standards for undergraduate and
graduate classes as well.
READ 4015 Fall 2010 Language and Literacy (2 sections)
READ 4015 Summer 2010 Language and Literacy
READ 6520 Spring 2010 Teaching Reading (2 sections)
READ 6760 Spring 2010 Early Literacy
READ 4460/5460 Summer 2009 Content Area Literacy
READ 6520 Spring 2009 Teaching Reading
READ 4460/5460 Spring 2009 Content Area Literacy
READ 6760 Spring 2009 Early Literacy
READ 4015 Spring 2008 Language and Literacy
READ 4015 Fall 2007 Language and Literacy
READ 6760 Fall 2007 Early Literacy
READ 6000 Fall 2007 Foundations of Literacy (mentor)
READ 5130 Summer 2007 Corrective Reading
READ 5460 Summer 2007 Content Area Reading
READ 6790 Summer 2007 Reading Practicum
READ 4015 Spring 2007 Language and Literacy
READ 5130 Fall 2006 Corrective Reading
READ 6720 Fall 2006 Diagnostic and Remedial Reading
READ 4460/5460 Summer 2006 Reading in the Content Areas
READ 4015 Spring 2006 Language and Literacy (2 sections)

READ 4130/5130 Fall 2005 Corrective Reading
READ 4460/5460 Fall 2005 Reading in the Content Areas
2002 – 2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL

Associate Professor of Teacher Education
Planned and taught curriculum, instruction, and assessment for undergraduate, adult
education, and graduate Language Arts methods courses, children’s literature,
and classroom management. The 200 courses are sophomore level, 300 are
junior level, and 400 are senior level courses. The 600 courses are Master’s
level. When “2 sections” are indicated for one course, these were a traditional
undergraduate course and an adult education course taught the same semester.
ED 306 Spring 2005 (2 sections)
Reading and Writing in the Content Areas
Literacy Assessment and Instruction in the Elementary School
ED 350 Spring 2005 (coordination, supervision, and instruction)

Integrated Methods Practicum
ED 420 Spring 2005
Student Teaching Seminar: Classroom Management
ENG 235 Spring 2005
Children’s and Adolescents’ Literature
ED 640 Spring 2005 (co-teaching)
Integrated Elementary Methods (9-credit hours integrating Language
Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts methods)
ED 306 Fall 2004
ED 331 Fall 2004
ED 350 Fall 2004 (coordination, supervision, and instruction)
ED 420 Fall 2004
ED 640 Fall, 2004 (co-teaching)
Integrated Elementary Methods (9-credit hours integrating Language
Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts methods)
ED 606 Spring 2004
ED 420 Spring 2004
ENG 450 Spring 2004
Special Topics: Advanced Children’s Literature Study
ENG 235 Spring 2004
ED 306 Fall 2003 (2 sections)
ED 420 Fall 2003
ENG 450 Fall 2003
ED 450 Spring 2003
Special Topics: Content Area Literacy
ED 420 Spring 2003
ED 450 Spring 2003
Special Topics: Content Area Literacy
ENG 235 Spring 2003

ENG 450 Spring 2003
ED 420 Fall 2002
2000 - 2002 San Diego State University—Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico, CA

Assistant Professor of Teacher Education in Literacy
Planned and taught curriculum, instruction, and assessment for credential and
graduate Language Arts methods courses.
ED 795A Spring 2002
Master’s Seminar in Research
PLC 931 Fall 2001
Skills in Teaching Reading to Bilingual Elementary Students
Credential
TE 696.1 Fall 2001
Introduction to Assessment of Reading/Language Arts
Master’s
TE 696.2 Fall 2001
Advanced Assessment of Reading/Language Arts
Master’s
TE 637 Summer 2001
Instructional Strategies
Certificate
TE 638 Summer 2001
Special Topics
Certificate
TE 639 Summer 2001
Language and Literacy
Master’s
TE 696.1 Spring 2001
Introduction to Assessment of Reading/Language Arts
Certificate
TE 696.2 Spring 2001
Advanced Assessment of Reading/Language Arts
Certificate
TE 639 Winter 2001
Language and Literacy
Certificate
PLC 931 Fall 2000
Skills in Teaching Reading to Bilingual Elementary Students
Credential
TE 930 Fall 2000
Teaching Reading & Language Arts in the Elementary School
Credential
2000 Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN

Instructor of Early Childhood Creative Arts Course
Planned and taught curriculum, instruction, and assessment in a Creative Arts
methods course
ECCD. 332 Spring 2000
Expressive Arts for Young Children
Undergraduate
2000-1999 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Language Arts Practicum Coordinator
Planned and taught Language Arts Practicum classes on campus.
Negotiated field experience placements, collaborated with public school teachers about
field experience activity.
Created handbooks for practicum students, supervisors, and cooperating teachers.
Trained university supervisors.
Initiated a web-based, threaded discussion group for supervisors.
EDUC. 2116 Fall 1999
Early Childhood Practicum in Reading and Language Arts
Undergraduate
Elementary Practicum in Reading and Language Arts
Undergraduate
EDUC. 2216 Spring 2000
Elementary/Early Childhood Practicum in Reading and Language Arts
Undergraduate

University Supervisor for Language Arts Practicum Students and
for Student Teachers
Planned relevant seminars.
Negotiated appropriate teaching/learning activities between university students and
classroom cooperating teachers.
Facilitated collaborative assessment and submitted narrative evaluations of each student
teacher's experience.

Instructor of Language Arts and Children's Literature Courses
Planned and taught curriculum, instruction, and assessment for undergraduate and
graduate Language Arts methods courses and Children's Literature courses.
ENED. 3000 Summer 1999
Teaching Literature: Pre-school through Elementary
Graduate
ENED. 2910 Spring 1998
Exploring Literature with Children
Undergraduate
Methods of Language Development and Beginning Reading in Early
Childhood Education
Undergraduate
EDUC. 3417 Summer 1997
Theory and Practice of Language Arts Education
Graduate
Language Arts in the Elementary School
Undergraduate
ENED. 2910 Fall 1996
Exploring Literature with Children

Undergraduate
Methods of Language Development and Beginning Reading in Early
Childhood Education
Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Undergraduate
TEACHING EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN
1997-2000 Independent Contracts, Davidson, Maury, and Williamson Counties, TN

Tutor
Assessed, planned, and taught specific strategies in beginning reading for primary school
students and in a variety of subjects including writing for secondary students.
1996-1997 Smartt Johnson & Associates, Nashville, TN

Tutor
Assessed, planned, and taught specific strategies in math and reading comprehension for
upper elementary and secondary students.
1981-1994 Brazosport Christian School, Lake Jackson, TX

First Grade Teacher
Designed and implemented kindergarten curriculum and performed all instructional and
extra-curricular duties typical of a teacher in a private elementary school.
Performed duties of a lead-teacher.
Chaired committees and prepared accreditation reports for the school’s initial
accreditation (The ACSI accreditation instrument is recognized and supported
by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools--SACS).
Prepared and presented parent education programs.
1970-1981 Brazosport Independent School District, Freeport, TX

Kindergarten Teacher
Designed and implemented kindergarten curriculum and performed all instructional and
extra-curricular duties typical of a teacher in a public elementary school.
Performed duties of a lead-teacher.
Chaired committees and prepared reports for school’s renewed SACS
accreditation.
1968-1970 East Baton Rouge Parish School Board, Baton Rouge, LA

First Grade Teacher
Designed and implemented first grade curriculum and performed all instructional and
extra-curricular duties typical in a public elementary school.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
Data collection for two studies:
1) Types of comments from undergraduate candidates on exit cards
2) Attitudes about writing based on experiences with ABC Writing Notebooks
2005-2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
Continuing study of content area reading with Biology (Smith-Walters, Sadler;

Chemistry (Patterson); and Math Education (Winters) faculty
1) idiosyncratic literacy demands of science and math texts
2) authored math and science packets for presentations
3) read-aloud DVD of math-related texts
Study in collaboration with Kindergarten classroom teacher to answer two questions:
1) What emergent and early literacy skills can be distinguished from children’s creative
writing samples?
2)What stages of process or progress can we see in children’s early writing over the
length of the school year?

Graduate Study Dissertation
Completion of the naturalistic inquiry study leading to the final dissertation defense in
August 2004 with a graduation of December 2004.

Graduate Study Dissertation
Designed and conducted a qualitative study using naturalistic inquiry methodology:
Teacher Book Selection Decisions For Emergent Readers in a Literature-Based Reading
Program

Graduate Research Assistant with Dr. Deborah W. Rowe, Principal
Investigator
Collected and recorded data for one school year in an ethnographic study funded by the
Research Foundation of the National Council of Teachers of English and the
Vanderbilt University Research Council; conferred with Principal Investigator
concerning analysis of various strands of the data focusing on writing, spelling,
drama, gender, and power issues: Responding to Literature Through Play: A
Study of Elementary Students’ Book-to-Play Connections
1996 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Designed and conducted a naturalistic inquiry in conjunction with a class studying special
needs learners: The Problem with John: A Sociocultural Perspective of One
Child with Learning Disabilities

Designed and conducted a naturalistic inquiry in conjunction with a qualitative research
methods course: Beginning Reading Instruction Using Quality Literature:
Beliefs and Practices of a First Grade Teacher
GRANT EXPERIENCE
2008, -09, -10 MTSU Improving Teacher Quality Grant (ITQ)
Literacy Consultant on $75,000 math grant with Dr. Jeremy Winters (Elementary &
Special Education). Author of Math Content Area Literacy packet and instructor and
facilitator for Read-Aloud DVD
2008 MTSU Improving Teacher Quality Grant (ITQ)

Literacy Consultant on $73,200 capacity-building science grant: Systemic Reform in

Science Education Across South-Central Tennessee with Dr. Pat Patterson (Chemistry)
2007 MTSU Improving Teacher Quality Grant (ITQ)
Literacy Consultant and Co-Author on $72,000 literacy/science grant with Drs.

Cindi Smith-Walters, Kim Sadler (Biology) and Dr. Kyle Butler (Educational
Leadership)
State and Federal

2000.2002 California Reading and Literature Project (CRLP)
Principal Investigator and Co-Director
Co-authored and received $300,000 CRLP grant for the Imperial Valley region.
Pre-School Coordinator
Planned and coordinated literacy experiences for pre-school teachers who work
with at-risk and ELL students.
2000.2002 TRIO Federal Dissemination Grant

Consultant:
Prepared literacy training for college age tutors who work with at-risk and ELL
middle school students
2000-2001 Instructionally Related Activities

Authored and received grants to provide university students with workshops to
strengthen their own writing skills
2000.2001 Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity

Authored and received grants for professional development
PUBLICATIONS
2010 Bass, A. S., Craig-Unkefer, L., Rice, C. J. (2010). Making the Case. Academic
Exchange Quarterly. (submitted for 2011 publication)
2010 Bass, A. S. (2010). In International Journal of Multicultural Education, 12 (Vol 1).

Professional Book Review: Breaking the Silence: Recognizing the
Social and Cultural Resources Students Bring to the Classroom by
C. Compton-Lilly.
2003 Rowe, D. W., Fitch, J. M., Bass, A. S. (2003). Toy stories as opportunities
for imagination and reflection in writers’ workshop. Language
Arts, 80, (5), 363-374.
2001 Rowe, D. W., Fitch, J. M., Bass, A. S. (2001). Power, identity, and
instructional stance in the writers’ workshop: Sociocultural
perspectives on the learning and teaching of writing in a first
grade classroom. Language Arts, 78, (5), 426-434.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Student Advisement
2007-2009 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro TN.
As the Reading Coordinator, advises Masters in Reading candidates.
2006.2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro TN.

Advised undergraduate and transfer students in the Interdisciplinary K-6 major.
(Approximately 90 students)
2003 –2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield IL

Advised upperclassmen and transfer students as well as developed four-year course
studies for freshman and sophomore students (27 advisees)
Masters Thesis
2006.2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
First Reader on Reading Masters comprehensive exams, on language arts portions of
Initial Licensure Program Master’s comps, and Curriculum and
Instruction
Master’s comps (three semesters/academic year)
2004.2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield IL
First Reader (Chair) on two Masters theses (first three chapters)
Jesse Poremba: Explicit Vocabulary Instruction Using Five-Step Procedure
Lydia Campbell: Spelling Instruction through Composition and Context
Second Reader (Committee member) on two Masters theses (first three chapters)
Peter: Reciprocal Teaching in Eighth Grade History
Jeannie Euler: Effects of Divorce on Student Achievement
Accreditation Committees
2006 – 2007 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
Member of various ad hoc NCATE committees
2003 – 2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield IL

Aligned curriculum and assessment components for English/Language Arts Standards
including Illinois Professional Teaching Standards (INTASC is embedded in
IPTS), Standards for Certification in Elementary Education (SCEE), Technology
Standards (TS), and Language Arts Standards (LAS)
Collaborated with faculty to write text for the Conceptual Framework of the School of
Education and various Standards for the Final Report for the Illinois Board of
Education (based on NCATE criteria)
2001 – 2002 San Diego State University, Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico CA
Aligned curriculum and assessment components for English/Language Arts Standards
for NCATE
Curriculum and Course Development

2007.2009 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN.
Coordinated with Read-to-Succeed in order to provide a practicum with Content Area
2007-2009 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN.

Revised entire Reading Masters program including curriculum
revision, curriculum coordination, creation of sets of documents (M.S.
Reading Masters brochure; Advising Sheet; Semester Schedule indicating all
Reading Masters courses by semester, days offered, professors; Schedules for
candidates indicating entry semester through graduating semester)
(undergraduate & graduate) and Early Literacy (Reading Masters) candidates

Revised method and delivery of Masters Comprehensive Exams

Created several Critical Performances and coordinated all Critical Performances of the
undergraduate and graduate Reading courses
Developed Reading Practicum for the Reading Masters to align with the Tennessee
Reading Specialist certification (PK-12, issued September, 2005)

Developed curriculum for Masters courses: Early Literacy, Diagnosis and Remediation,
Reading Practicum, Teaching Reading

Developed a Reading Endorsement to accommodate teachers with Masters degrees in
Education returning for advanced studies leading to Reading Specialist
2004-2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL

Co-developed and co-taught an elementary integrated methods course (methods for
Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Math, and the Arts) for Master’s
candidates earning the degree as well as elementary education certification
2003 - 2004 Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL

Developed curriculum and authored handbooks for both students and instructors for use
in the adult accelerated language arts courses that focus on elementary and
secondary students
2000-2002 San Diego State University, Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico, CA

Developed and taught all courses leading to the California Reading Certificate and
guided the first cohort to completion, application, and receiving the certificates
2001-2002 San Diego State University, Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico, CA

Developed and taught all content courses leading to the first Curriculum and Instruction
Masters with a Reading Emphasis
Technology-based Conferences

Participated in web-based conferencing with Language Arts supervisors.

Participated in web-based conferencing with university faculty, graduate interns,
and public school personnel.
Professional Service
2010 International Reading Association

Proposed Reviewer
1998 National Reading Conference

Reviewer
Critiqued manuscripts submitted for refereed journal publication.
1990.1992 Association of Christian Schools International, South-Central Region, Dallas, TX.

Accreditation Team Member
Participated in evaluation and validation of two schools. (ACSI accreditation is
recognized and supported by SACS.)
University & Community Guest Speaking/Panel Discussions (invited)

Dr. Beverly Boulware’s READ 4015 Class: Emergent Literacy
Development

Dr. Linda Gilbert’s YOED 4000: Strategies for and Evidence of
Active Comprehension

Dr. Linda Gilbert’s YOED 4000: Vocabulary Development via Oral Language Standards

Dr. Linda Gilbert’s YOED 4000: Accommodation of Diversity through Cooperative
Learning
2000 Calexico Rotary Club, Calexico, CA

Presented information on the importance of reading aloud and use of
quality literature
Quality Literature for the Multicultural Community
1999 Belmont University, Nashville, TN

Presented and led discussion in a graduate research class about the topic
selection, design, and methodology of two short qualitative studies
Beginning Reading Instruction Using Quality Literature: Beliefs and
Practices of a First Grade Teacher
The Problem with John: A Sociocultural Perspective of One Child with
Learning Disabilities

Presented topics and led undergraduate students' discussions
Identifying Characteristics of Emergent Writing with Young Children
The Development of Writing in Elementary School
Cambourne’s Conditions of Learning: Oral & Written Language
Comparisons

Participated in discussions with various graduate and undergraduate classes.
Development of Literacy
Fostering Parent-School Relationships
Classroom Culture: Definition, Identification, Implication
Using the Trade Literature for Reading Assessment
Portfolio Decisions
Reader, Writer, Learner, Teacher
Community-based Teaching Activities

2009 Read-to-Succeed: Content Area Reading with Students & Parents
Central Middle School students and parents
READ 4460/5460 Field Experience

2008 Read-to-Succeed: Reading Fluency for Elementary ELLs
Bradley Academy students and parents
READ 6520 Field Experience
2006-2010 Read-to-Succeed: Rutherford County Schools and Murfreesboro
City Schools Read Aloud in Schools: Hobgood, Northfield,
Pittard Campus School, Scales, Walter Hill
2008 Read-to-Succeed: Instructing Tutors in Vocabulary Strategies
2007-2009 Middle Tennessee P-16 Council Workshops:
Research-Based Vocabulary Strategies for Science
Research-Based Vocabulary Strategies
Building Vocabulary with Adolescents
2007-2009 Homer Pittard Campus School
On-going Colloquia: Literacy Strategies
2007 Mitchell-Neilsen Primary School
Literacy Centers
2007 Murfreesboro City Schools Preschools
Quality Literature and Reading Aloud for Comprehension
2005 Beech High School, Hendersonville, TN
Content Area Vocabulary & Comprehension Strategies
PROFESSIONAL PAPERS AND PRESENTATIONS
International (invited)
Bass, A. S. (2008, March). Scaffolding Concept Development and Active Comprehension Through
Research-based Vocabulary and Comprehension Strategies. Presentation and Seminar presented at the
Mexican Conference for Teachers of English Language Learners, Mexicali, Mexico.
National (refereed)
Bass, A. S. (2010, April). Engaging Elementary Students in Informational Books with Strategies
that Construct Bridges to Active Involvement in Content Area Texts. Organization of Teacher Educators of
Reading session presented at the 55th Annual Convention of the International Reading Association,
Chicago, IL.
Bass, A. S. & VanFleet, K. (2009, March). Fluency Strategies that Support Comprehension of
Math Texts. Session presented at the 2009 Association of Childhood Education International, Chicago, IL.
Bass, A. S. & VanFleet, K. (2008, March). Prop Buckets for Literacy Development: Engaging
Early Learners. Session presented at the 2008 Association of Childhood Education International, Atlanta,
GA.
Bass, A. S. & Seigfried, D. (2008, March). Above and Beyond the Standards: Maximizing
Literacy Potential of Kindergartners. Session presented at the 2008 Association of Childhood Education
International, Atlanta, GA.
Bass. A. S., Calder, B. R., Calder, J. E., VanFleet, K. (2007, May). A Practical Guide to
Differentiated Instruction in Mathematics: Facilitating Inclusion in Elementary Schools. Session presented
at the 2007 Association of Childhood Education International, Tampa, FL.
Bass. A. S. & VanFleet, K. (2007, May) Explicit Instruction of Math Vocabulary Strategies
Through the Integration of Math and Language Arts Standards. Session presented at the 2007 Association
of Childhood Education International, Tampa, FL.
Bass. A. S., VanFleet, K. (2007, March). A Practical Guide to Differentiation in the Secondary
School Classroom. Session presented at the 2007 National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual
Meeting and Exposition, Atlanta, GA.
Bass, A. S. (2006, December 1). A First Grade Teacher’s Book Selections for Emergent Readers.
Paper presented in a symposium: You Can Judge a Book: Studies of Children’s Book Selection at the 56th
Annual Meeting of the National Reading Conference, Los Angeles, CA.
Bass, A. S. (2006, November 30). Book Selection Decisions for Emergent Readers Within a
Transactional Framework. Roundtable presented at the 56th Annual Meeting of the National Reading
Conference, Los Angeles, CA.
Bass, A. S. (2000, November). Teacher book selection decisions for emergent readers in a
literature-based reading program. Paper presented at the 50th Annual Meeting of the National Reading
Conference, Phoenix, AZ.
Gray, E., Black, W., Rowe, D., & Bass, A. S. (2000, November). Looking at ourselves looking at
literacy: The creative tension of decision-making in qualitative research. Alternative session presented at
the 50th Annual Meeting of the National Reading Conference, Phoenix, AZ.
Rowe, D. W. & Bass, A. S. (2000, March). Reimagining our stories: Exploring the perspectives of
characters and audience through drama. Paper presented at the Spring Conference of the National Council
of Teachers of English, New York City, NY.
Rowe, D. W. & Bass, A. S. (1999, November). Reimagining the reading/writing workshop:

Teachers and young writers explore the potentials of drama and dramatic play. Paper presented at the
Annual Convention of the National Council of Teachers of English, Denver, CO.
Bass, A. S. & Palka, J. (1999, May). Rethinking writing assessment: Examining past
practices...exploring future directions. Workshop presented at the 44th Annual Convention of the
International Reading Association, San Diego, CA.
Bass, A. S. (1996, December). Use and access of quality children’s literature for beginning
reading instruction. Roundtable presented at the 46th Annual Meeting of the National Reading
Conference, Charleston, SC.
Regional (non-refereed or invited)

Bass, A. S. & Haun, M. (2001, February). Training and facilitating reading tutors for
middle and high schools. Workshop presented at the 23rd Annual Conference and Meeting of the
Members of the Western Association of Educational Opportunity Personnel (WESTOP), Reno, NV.
Bass, A. S. (1996, February). The beginnings of writing: Fostering writing in early

childhood and primary classrooms. Seminar presented at the Southeast Region Convention of the
Association of Christian Schools International, Birmingham, AL.
Bass, A. S. (1996, February). Exploring scriptural principles in quality children’s literature.

Seminar presented at the Southeast Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools
International, Birmingham, AL.
Bass, A. S. (1993, November). Reading instruction with high interest materials. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools
International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1993, November). Potentials for writing: Journaling with young children.. Seminar
presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International,
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1992, November). Learning theories: Foundation of instruction. Seminar

Bass, A. S. (1992, November). Teaching children to read and write using the Language
Experience Approach. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of
Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1991, November). Is whole language appropriate for Christian schools? Seminar
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1991, November). Motivation to read: Using trade literature with children. Seminar
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1990, November). Multiplying the teacher’s time: Collaborating wit

h parents. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian
Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1990, November). Setting the stage for effective instruction: Identifying
children’s primary and secondary needs. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region
Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1989, November). Positive classroom management: Theory and practice. Seminar
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1989, November). Conditions for learning: Fostering a nurturing emergent reading
environment. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian
Bass, A. S. (1988, November). Psycholinguistics: Comparing oral and written language

acquisition. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian
Bass, A. S. (1988, November). Writing methods with primary grade children. Seminar
Bass, A. S. (1987, November). An environment for reading instruction: Books, poetry, songs, and
rhymes. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools
Bass, A. S. (1987, November). Listening to and learning from parents. Seminar presented at the
South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1986, November). Beginning readers learning with trade books. Seminar presented at
the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX..
Bass, A. S. (1986, November). Collaborating with parents for effective learning. Seminar
Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1985, November). Exploring scriptural principles in quality children’s literature.

Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools
Bass, A. S. (1985, November). Setting the stage for academic instruction: Primary and secondary
needs of children. Seminar presented at the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of
Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1984, November). Reading materials: Much more than basals. Seminar presented at
the South-Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Bass, A. S. (1984, November). Learning how children learn. Seminar presented at the South-
Central Region Convention of the Association of Christian Schools International, Dallas, TX.
Local (non-referred)
Rowe, D. W., Fitch, J. J., & Bass, A. S. (1999, October). Re-imagining the reading/writing
workshop: Teachers and young writers explore the potentials of drama and dramatic play. Invited
presentation at monthly meeting of Teachers Applying Whole Language (TAWL) of Middle Tennessee,
Nashville, TN.
Bass, A. S. (1997, April). Teaching skills and strategies in context. Presentation at the Annual
Meeting of Teachers Applying Whole Language of Middle Tennessee, Nashville, TN.
Consulting
1999-2000 Rigby Publishers, TN and GA

Planned and presented workshops about reading development including shared, guided,
and independent reading and reading assessment.
Facilitated problem-solving meetings with individual classroom teachers
1997 Zion Christian Academy, Columbia, TN

Designed a graduate level language arts course integrating Oral Language, Reading,
Writing, and Children's Literature.
Facilitated large group, small group, and individual conferences with pre-school,
elementary, and middle-school teachers to negotiate the content, methods, and
materials of Language Arts instruction.
Prepared and presented a parent education program: Fostering Literacy Development
with Young Children and Primary Grade Children at Home
Inservice/Workshops

2008.2009 Linda Gilbert Leadership Initiative at Patterson Park: discussion
and decision-making about needs of students of all ages in
the Patterson Park area. Participants include community leaders in
education, health services, fire and police services, numerous child-
centered organizations, religious organizations
2008 Read-to-Succeed: Instructing Tutors in Vocabulary Strategies
2007-2008 P-16 Local Council in collaboration with Tennessee Board of Regents

Planned and presented to P-16 teachers and administrators of middle Tennessee:
February 15, 2008: Vocabulary Development in Adolescents
September 28, 2007: Research-Based Vocabulary Strategies for Grades 1-5
May 12, 2007: Comprehension Strategies for Secondary Students
2007 Mitchell-Neilsen Primary School, Murfreesboro, TN

Planned and presented Literacy Centers for K-2 teachers.
2007 Murfreesboro City Schools, Murfreesboro, TN

Planned and presented workshop to pre-school teachers and teaching assistants on
Quality Literature and Reading Aloud
2005 – 2008 Homer Pittard Campus School, Murfreesboro, TN

Planned and presented strategies and rationale in various literacy topics. This is
an ongoing Colloquia.
2005 Beech High School, Hendersonville, TN

Planned and presented strategies for reading in the content areas

Trained at Peabody College and presented Classroom, Organization, and Management
Program workshops in elementary schools and a university in Tennessee,
Georgia, Kentucky, and Illinois.
1999 Fort Bend Baptist Academy, Sugarland, TX

Planned and presented writing development, writing process, and writing assessment to
elementary school teachers.
1996, 1998 Independent Contracts, Public Elementary Schools, Nashville, TN

Prepared and administered workshops regarding elementary school writing and writing
curriculum development.
HONORS
Public Service Award nomination

Outstanding Mentor: Disabled Student Services, 2010
Nomination to National Society of Collegiate Scholars’ 2008 Inspire Integrity Awards
Letters of Recognition by Graduating Seniors, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Who’s Who among American Educators, 2004
Department Commendation for significant difference in raising state RICA scores among SDSU, IVC credential
candidates, San Diego State University, Imperial Valley Campus 2002
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, University of Houston at Clear Lake, 1989
Mu Sigma Rho Honor Society, Louisiana State University, 1968
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, Louisiana State University, 1968

Southeastern Louisiana University Honor Scholarship, 1964
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Association of Childhood Education International

International Reading Association
National Association for the Education of Young Children
National Council of Teachers of English
National Reading Conference
Organization of Teacher Educators of Reading
UNIVERSITY SERVICE
Tennessee Board of Regents

Tennessee Teacher Quality Initiative
MTSU representative
Problem-based learning author 2009-2010
Regional Service: Middle Tennessee Area 2010

Tennessee Literacy Partnership

University
Career Achievement Award Committee, Chair 2008-2010
Academic Appeals Committee 2008-2010
Instructional Evaluation and Development Committee 2006-2008
University Loan and Scholarship Committee 2006-2008
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Scholarship Committee, Chair 2010
Problem-Based Learning Committee 2010
Scholarship Committee 2005-2008
Department of Elementary and Special Education

Cross-Categorical Committee 2010
Homer Pittard Campus School Oversight committee 2007-2008
Architect Committee 2007
Graduate Committee 2006-2010
Reading Committee 2006-2010
SOAR Committee 2006-2009
Reading Coordinator (Reading Masters and Undergraduate) 2006-2008
Ad Hoc NCATE Committees 2006-2008
Faculty Search Committees 2006-2007
Interdisciplinary Studies, K-6 Curriculum Committee, Co-Chair 2006-2007
Institutional Effectiveness Committee 2006-2007
Interdisciplinary Studies, K-6 2005-2010
Library Liaison 2005-2010
Department Faculty 2005-2010
Trinity International University

University Assessment Committee 2004-2005
Admissions and Appeals Committee 2003-2004
REACH-TO-TEACH Adult Accelerated Education Committee 2002-2005

Library-Education Faculty Liaison 2002-2005
Kappa Delta Pi Faculty Advisor 2002-2005
Illinois State Review Accreditation Committees 2002-2005
San Diego State University

Attendance, Promotion, Retention Committee 2000-2002
Diversity and Equity Committee 2001
Gala Scholarship Dinner committee 2000-2001
NCATE Committee 2001-2002
Research, Grants, Publication Committee 2000-2001
RICA Study Committee: Committee Chair 2000-2001
SDSU-IVC Logo Committee 2000-2001
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Rotary International: Gurnee, Illinois: Advisement concerning literacy initiatives (Illinois)

Imperial County Office of Education Curriculum and Professional Development Committee (California)
Rotary International: Calexico, California: Reading Is Fundamental Rotary Coordinator (California)
Rotary International: Calexico, California: President (California)
Desert Valley Library and Media Association (California)

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Alyson S.

ALYSON SMITH BASS, Ed.D.

1011 Tomahawk Trace 615-428-9577 (home) alysonbass@comcast.net

Associate Professor, Teacher Education, Literacy

Elementary Language Arts theory and practice

Literature-based reading instruction

Graduate: Peabody College of Vanderbilt University

Texas: Elementary Education Certificate (1-8), 1970

Louisiana: Elementary Education Certificate (1-8), 1968

UNIVERSITY TEACHING EXPERIENCE

READ 4015 Spring 2006 Language and Literacy (2 sections)

READ 4015 Fall 2005 Language and Literacy

2002 – 2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL

ED 350 Spring 2005 (coordination, supervision, and instruction)

ENG 235 Spring 2003

2000 - 2002 San Diego State University—Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico, CA

2000 Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN

2000-1999 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

1995-1996 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

1994-1999 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Exploring Literature with Children

TEACHING EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN

1997-2000 Independent Contracts, Davidson, Maury, and Williamson Counties, TN

1996-1997 Smartt Johnson & Associates, Nashville, TN

1981-1994 Brazosport Christian School, Lake Jackson, TX

1970-1981 Brazosport Independent School District, Freeport, TX

1968-1970 East Baton Rouge Parish School Board, Baton Rouge, LA

Continuing study of content area reading with Biology (Smith-Walters, Sadler;

2001-2004 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

1999-2000 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

1998-2000 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

1996 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

1996 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

2008 MTSU Improving Teacher Quality Grant (ITQ)

Literacy Consultant on $73,200 capacity-building science grant: Systemic Reform in

Literacy Consultant and Co-Author on $72,000 literacy/science grant with Drs.

State and Federal

2000.2002 TRIO Federal Dissemination Grant

2000-2001 Instructionally Related Activities

2000.2001 Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity

2010 Bass, A. S. (2010). In International Journal of Multicultural Education, 12 (Vol 1).

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

2006.2010 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro TN.

2003 –2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield IL

2003 – 2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield IL

Curriculum and Course Development

2007-2009 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN.

2007 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

2007 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

2007 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

2007 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

2004-2005 Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL

2003 - 2004 Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL

2000-2002 San Diego State University, Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico, CA

2001-2002 San Diego State University, Imperial Valley Campus, Calexico, CA

2000 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

1998 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

2010 International Reading Association

1998 National Reading Conference

Critiqued manuscripts submitted for refereed journal publication.

1990.1992 Association of Christian Schools International, South-Central Region, Dallas, TX.

University & Community Guest Speaking/Panel Discussions (invited)

2008 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

2008 Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN