Ed.D., University of Denver, Curriculum and Instruction
M.A., Secondary Education, San Francisco State University
B.A., English/History, University of California Berkeley
Awards
Teaching Fellowship, University of Denver
NSF Grant Co-Principal Investigator at Metropolitan State University (Rocky Mountain Teacher Education Collaborative-RMTEC — 5 yr. grant)
Numerous grant awards (Metro, University of Alaska, University of Hawaii)
Founding Dean of School of Education, University of Alaska Southeast, Juneau
Published author: multicultural education, middle school, accreditation, partnership, women in science, literacy, case studies-Inside Schools in Hawaii
Past President-Colorado Association of Teacher Educators
Publications
Taylor, M.J. (2013). Benefits and drawbacks of common planning time for interdisciplinary team teachers: A new look in the era of No Child Left Behind, pp. 109-130. In Mertens, S. B., Anfara, V. A., Jr., Caskey, M. M., & Flowers, N. (Eds.). Common planning time in middle level schools: Research studies from the MLER SIG’s National Project. Charlotte, NC: Information Age Publishing.
Christopher, D. H. & Taylor, M.J. (2011) Social justice and critical peace education: Common ideals guiding student teacher transformation. Journal of Peace Education, 8(3), 295-313.
Taylor, M. (2009). The value of teachers’ interdisciplinary team meetings: A new look in the context of No Child Left Behind. In The Proceedings of the EDGE 2009 Conference: Inspiration and Innovation in Teaching and Teacher Education. Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. (electronic proceedings)
Taylor, M.J. & Bartlett, A. (2008). Secondary student teachers’ perceptions of the teacher work sample: A survey. International Journal of Learning, Volume 15 (8), 213-222.
Taylor, M.J. (2006). Student perceptions of diversity in Hawaii schools: A starting point for change. International Journal of Learning, 13(5), 117-128.
Cruz-Janzen, M., Owens, J., Taylor, M. (2005). Impact of multicultural curriculum,
content, and instructors: An assessment through teacher candidates’ eyes. Curriculum and Teaching, 20(1), 79-97.
Cruz -Janzen, M. & Taylor, M. (Fall, 2004). Hitting the ground running. Why
introductory teacher education courses should deal with multiculturalism.
Multicultural Education, 12(1), 16-23.
*Reprinted in International Journal of Learning. (2005). v. 11.
Professional Organizations
National School Board Association
National Council of Teachers of English
NSF Grant Co-Principal Investigator at Metropolitan State University (Rocky Mountain Teacher Education Collaborative-RMTEC — 5 yr. grant)
Founding Dean of School of Education, University of Alaska Southeast, Juneau
Past President-Colorado Association of Teacher Educators
Clubs and Community Organizations
Board of Education Member-Summit School District RE-1 (SSD)
SSD Cultural Proficiency Committee
SSD Accountability Committee
Family
I have a wonderful husband, Bob; three amazing children; and eight awesome grandchildren.
Personal interests
I like to ski downhill and nordic, and to tap dance, and to garden. Learning Spanish is also a big interest of mine.
M.A.C. Masters in Arts of Teaching & Certification for Public High Schools, University of Michigan, Rackham Graduate School of Education, Ann Arbor, Michigan 1991-1992
M.A. Masters in English, Middlebury College, Bread Loaf School of English, Summer sessions: Ripton, Vermont 1988 and 1989
Bread Loaf at Lincoln College Oxford University, Summer session: Oxford, England 1991
B.A. Bachelor in Arts, Honors English
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 1987. Cum Laude Graduate (3.6 g.p.a.)
New Hall College, Cambridge University, Junior Year Abroad, Cambridge England, 1985-1986
San Francisco State University and University of California at Berkeley Extension Courses, 1996-97, Computers in the Classroom, Health Education, and Mainstreaming
Colorado Mountain College, Steamboat Springs, Colorado, 1997- present: Medic First Aid, Water Colors, Creative Writing, Pilates, Yoga, South Africa Study Abroad Sociology, Anthropology, Business Management and Leadership (MAN 498).
Courses Taught
The Student Experience (AAA 101)
College Composition & Reading (CCR 092, 093, 094)
English Comp I (ENG 121), English Comp II (ENG 122)
Co-leading as manager South Africa Study Abroad (MAN 475) Summer, 2016.
Awards
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps Outstanding Board Member of the Year (2010)
Clubs and Organizations
The Reader's Eye Club Faculty Sponsor
Personal interests
Outdoor expeditions and sports; reading and writing; singing and playing the banjo.
M.A. in English from The University of South Dakota
B.A. in English/Education from University of Dayton
Courses Taught
English Composition I & II (online, IVS, hybrid & face-to-face)
Creative Writing I (online & face-to-face)
Creative Nonfiction (hybrid)
Introduction to Literature (online & face-to-face)
World Literature to 1600 (face-to-face)
World Literature after 1600 (face-to-face)
Ethnic Literature (online)
American Literature to Civil War (online, IVS & face-to-face)
American Literature after the Civil War (online, IVS & face-to-face)
CCR 094: Studio 121
Distinctions & Awards
Faculty of the Year, CMC Online Learning, February 2013
Faculty of the Year, CMC Rifle Campus, May 2011
Governor's Excellence in Teaching Award, Missouri Community College Association, March 2009
Excellence Award, National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development, January 2009
Instructor of the Year, State Fair Community College, April 2008
Dorothy Baisch Selz Memorial Fellowship, The University of South Dakota, April 2004
Archer B. Gilfillan Prize, The University of South Dakota, April 2003/2004
P. C. Somerville Award for Future Teachers, Sigma Tau Delta National Winner, May 2000
Dr. Harry Hand Memorial Award of Excellence in English Education, University of Dayton, May 2000
Bro. Thomas P. Price, S. M., Memorial Award of Excellence in English, University of Dayton, May 2000
Susan R. Hermies Award for Excellence in Women's Studies, University of Dayton, May 2000
Established first public library in Kumba, Cameroon, July 1999
Readings & Presentations
But This Isn't a Writing Class: Writing in the Disciplines, Colorado Mountain College In-Service, January 2013
Let Them Be Heard!: Bridging Digital, Geographical, and Cultural Divides through Conversation, TYCA Southwest Regional Conference, Las Cruces, NM
Demystifying College-Level Reading, Writing & Thinking, Colorado Mountain College New Student Orientation, August 2012
Let Them Be Heard!: Engaging Student Voices, Colorado Learning and Teaching with Technology Conference, Boulder, August 2012
Reconsidering/Recreating the Workshop in an Online Environment, Association of Writers & Writing Programs Annual Conference, Chicago, March 2012
Keepin’ It Real and Handing Over the Keys: Restructuring the Composition Classroom for Student-Driven Learning, TYCA Southwest Regional Conference, League City, TX, October 2011
Using Web 2.0 Apps for Student Engagement and Learning, Colorado Mountain College In-Service, August 2011
It's a Wiki Wiki World: Collaborating Across the Digital Divide, NISOD’s International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence, May 2011
Constructing Tools to Evaluate Student Writing, Colorado Mountain College In-Service, January 2011
Electronic Peer Review: Moving Students Beyond Saying "It’s Good" and Correcting Misspelled Words, TYCA Southwest Regional Conference, Laredo, October 2010
More than Words: Reading & Writing in the 21st Century, Colorado Mountain College New Student Orientation, August 2010
Becoming Practitioners of the Word: Engaging Critical Voices Through Creative Writing, TYCA Midwest Regional Conference, Chicago, October 2007
A Little Background Music, Please! Pushing Instruction to the Next Dimension, TYCA Midwest Regional Conference, St. Charles, MO, October 2006
Critical Reflection in the Center Space: Helping Generation Y Make Meaning from Mélange, CCCC Annual Convention, Chicago, March 2006
Driving Home, The University of South Dakota Forum for Graduate Student Research and Creative Work, Vermillion, SD, April 2004
Selected Readings, The John R. Milton Writers’ Conference, Vermillion, SD, February 2004
A Woman’s Journey in Cameroon, Bro. Joseph W. Stander Symposium, Dayton, OH, April 2000
B.A. Spanish and Hispanic Studies, St. Olaf College
M.Ed. Adult Education, University of Minnesota
Professional Certifications
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education, Western State College
Adult Education, University of Minnesota
About
Kelli McCall has taught full-time at Colorado Mountain College since 2010. She teaches college composition and reading, developmental math, and GED courses at CMC Leadville. Kelli was named Full-time Faculty of the Year in 2011 and 2017. She is the faculty advisor for Student Government Affairs (SGA) and the coordinator of the Common Reader program in Leadville.
Kelli enjoys getting to know students in and outside the classroom and is very involved in the Leadville community.
“I am reminded every day that each of my students is an expert in some way or field,” says McCall, “and it is up to me to tap into that expertise to support his or her educational journey.”
When she isn’t teaching, she enjoys running, participating in community events and organizations.
“When we promote the love of learning and literacy,” says Kelli, “Our communities and those within them will thrive.”
What Students Say
“Kelli goes above and beyond with all her students. She strives to see them excel academically. Kelli really listens to her students and really works with them to help them improve.” –Laurie Eanes
M.A., Education, emphasis on English as a Second Language, Adams State College; H.D.E., English/General Science/Education, University of Cape Town, South Africa; B.A., English/Physical Education/Psychology, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa.
Clubs
International Club
Paddling Club
Certification
Adult Basic Education Authorization (ABEA)
Distinctions/Awards
2010/2011: College-wide Full Time Faculty of the Year
Summit Award - College-wide Full Time ESL Faculty of the Year
Alpine – Full Time Faculty of the Year
2003/2004 Summit Award - College-wide Full Time Developmental Studies Faculty of the Year
1996/1997 Summit Award - College-wide Full Time Developmental Studies Faculty of the Year
Personal Interests
Politics and learning about other cultures. Exploring rivers by kayak or raft; backcountry and area skiing, and mountain biking.
Adjunct Instructor
Education
Education
Kelli McCall has taught full-time at Colorado Mountain College since 2010. She teaches college composition and reading, developmental math, and GED courses at CMC Leadville. Kelli was named Full-time Faculty of the Year in 2011 and 2017. She is the faculty advisor for Student Government Affairs (SGA) and the coordinator of the Common Reader program in Leadville.
