Shadrack Msengi, Ed.D.

Assistant Professor and Director, Reading Programs,

School of Education and Leadership

Office location:	Library #3
Office hours:	Wednesday 1:00-3:00pm or by Appointment
Phone number:	(650) 508-4154
Fax:	(650) 508-3457
Email:	smsengi@ndnu.edu
Website:

Dr. Shadrack Msengi, a specialist in reading education, is originally from Tanzania.  He studied at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), Tanzania earning a B.A. in Linguistics and African Literature, also graduated from the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) in USA, with a MA in reading education.  Dr.  Msengi earned his doctorate in curriculum and instruction, also from UNI.  He has worked extensively assessing reading problems, teaching, and supervising student teachers in a clinical setting both at UNI and around several community schools. 

At  Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU), Dr. Msengi teaches such courses as Current Research and Practice in Literacy Education, Assessment-Based Instruction in Reading and Language Arts (Early, intermediate, and advanced learners), clinical Applications, I, II, and III (Early, intermediate, and advanced learners), and Foundations for Teaching English Learners.    Dr. Msengi is affiliated with several professional organizations, including International Reading Association, Teaching English to Speakers of Other languages (TESOL), and Academic Institute Development (ADI).  His research interest is home and school literacy connections. He recently published a research article: Family, Child, and Teacher perceptions of African American Adults Assistance to Young Readers (The School Community Journal, 15(1) 2007).  He is currently conducting research on family, child, and teacher shared views regarding a child’s reading strength and needs.  To understand a little more about Dr. Msengi’s life, you can view his resume.

Education History

• Ed.D. - Curriculum and Instruction- University of Northern Iowa
• M.A., Reading Education - University of Northern Iowa
• MA., TESOL- University of Northern Iowa
• B.A.,  African Literature and Linguistics - University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Mandatory Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Training Certificates, AEA7, Cedar Falls, Iowa, Iowa Law and the Board of Education Examiners
• OSHA Universal Precaution Training, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls Iowa. Information and Training, Occupational Exposure to Blood-borne Pathogens Standard
• K-12 English as a Second Language and 7-12 English/Language Arts, State of Iowa Board of Educational Examiners License
  
  
  

Courses Taught

• Current Research and Practice in Literacy Education
• Current Issues in Literacy- Research and practice
• Assessment-Based Instruction in Reading and the Language Arts- Early Literacy
• Assessment-Based Instruction in Reading and the Language Arts- Intermediate and Advanced Learners
• Clinical Application I- Early Literacy
• Clinical Application II- Intermediate and Advanced Learner
• Current Issues in Literacy: Research and Practice
• Clinical Application III- Advanced Learner
• Foundation for Teaching English Learners
• Senior Seminar: Liberal studies
• Social Justice, Diversity and Equity
  

Research and Interests

Recognitions

• Recipient: Funds for Academic Excellence; University of Northern Iowa, 2003
• Recipient: Graduate Scholarships; University of Northern Iowa, 1997 - 2002
• Recipient: Stanley Butler Reeve Reading Scholarship, University of Northern Iowa, 1998
• Recipient: John and Charlene Muir Scholarship Fund, UNI International Service, 1998

Professional Affiliations

• California Council of Teacher Education (CCTE)
• International Reading Association (IRA)
• Alpha Upsilon Alpha (AUA). The Honor Society of the International Reading Association
• Iowa Educational Research and Evaluation Association (IREA)
• Academic Development Institute (ADI)

Workshops

Major Seminars

Community Activities

2006 - Present

   *Graduate Curriculum & Academic Standards Committee- Member

2006- present

   *Faculty Search Committee Member, Notre Dame de Namur University,

2002-2003

   *Logan Middle School Computer Club, Waterloo, Iowa (Faculty Advisor),

Spring, 1997

   *Logistic Coordinator: International Reading Association, University of Northern Iowa,.

1997-1999

   *Student Advisor: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), University of  Northern Iowa,

1989-1994

  *Regional Coordinator: English as a Second Language, Coastal Regions, Tanzania,

  *Organized and chaired English Teachers' Development Meetings sponsored by the British Council, The Overseas Development Administration (ODA).

Publications

• Msengi, S. G. (2007). Family, Child, and Teacher Perceptions of African American Adult Assistance to Young Readers.  The School Community Journal, 17(1). 33-60
• Msengi, G.S. (2007). Family, Child, and Teacher Perceptions of what African American Adult Members Think and Do to Assist their elementary-aged children to become better readers, Dissertation Abstract International (Doctoral Dissertation, University of Maryland, 2006). (UMI. No. 072699)