Deb L. Marciano, Ph.D.

Educator, Writer, Editor, Consultant

Testimonials

Selected Comments from Former Students

Study Abroad PSU - Rome, Italy

The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Eric Carle Museum

Book Dedication (PDF)

Practicum for Reading course

Penn State Altoona

Excerpted from LinkedIn Profile

"Her wealth of knowledge in the field and passion for teaching certainly played a vital role in my growth and development as a teacher...always available to offer support to her students." Laura

"Her teaching was inspiring and her dedication is remarkable. She continues to assist me professionally (five years after I finished my final class)! Katie S.

"An incredible asset to this program based in Rome, Italy where she shared her expertise of Early Childhood Education...Connect(s) with her students by inspiring them... She is extremely passionate about the subject area...and serves as a role model... Deb continues to serve as a mentor to me!" Julia

"Deb is an amazing resource for the education world! She is dedicated to the field and it shows in her detailed work and focused attitude. At the same time, she is personable and humble." Stephanie

"Even after being in my 7th year of teaching, I write and talk to Deb often for ideas and inspiration...emailing me links and resources to give me new ideas which I then share with my fellow teachers." Laura

"I was inspired by her passion and creativity for teaching, children, and reading. Her classes always emphasized learning through experience, and her projects and assignments were helpful in furthering my understanding of concepts." Michelle C.

"I had the pleasure of having Dr. Deb Marciano as my education professor my senior year at WC. Deb has an incredible way of seeing the potential in people even when they may not. She helped me to gain confidence and maturity in the short time I worked with her as her student. She inspired me to push myself harder than I thought I could. Deb is not only an outstanding professor but an excellent friend as well." Michelle G.

"Deb was the Professor at PSU who taught me the most about the teacher that I wanted to become...classes were not easy, but she has a keen understanding of what it takes to be an excellent teacher...As a parent, I would be thrilled to have my child in Deb's classroom..." Tracy

"She was the most personable professor I have ever had and by the end of the class I considered her a true friend and role model." Garrett

Selected Comments from Colleagues

Excerpted from LinkedIn Profile

"A wonderful colleague and an innovative teacher...I heard nothing but praise from those who were in a position to know her skills better. Deb's dedication was refreshing. It was clear that students who learned from her were better teachers because of it." Scott

"She brings to her classes a practical approach to working with children, informed by a thorough background in research and her own classroom experience. She is able to guide students to understand both how and why particular methods should be considered and she interacts effectively with those in the field..." Joan

"I would rank Dr. Marciano as one of the top educators I have worked with over my teaching career. Her professional integrity is beyond approach. She's a team player, respectful of colleagues and a diligent worker..." Claire

"One of those people who sees the larger picture and steps up to help out wherever is needed. Her generous nature and broad vision about service to the field is exactly what makes her valuable as a colleague and an academic....commitment to broadening the field of education's view of diversity and inclusion, as well as her intellectual honesty makes her a wonderful asset to any college, university or organization." John

"Moreover, we both have served as officers in the NCTE Children's Literature Assembly. I find Deb to be very knowledgeable about children's literacy and literature. She is very hardworking and dependable..." Terry

"She is passionate about teaching and her energy and enthusiasm is contagious. Dr. Marciano's professional integrity and passion for teaching is evident in both her interactions with students and in her strong commitment to their becoming future super teachers..." Cathy

"From our first encounter, I was impressed by the energy, warmth, and sincerity that Deb exudes. She has a sense of excitement and a charisma that translates into a contagious joy for discussing teaching and learning. Her nuanced understanding of children's literature is inspiring, and it's easy to become captivated as she illuminates the complexity of that world..." Shane

"Deb is a phenomenal teacher. She is an advocate for and mentor to students..." Maggie

"She practices what she preaches and every class is an active learning experience. She has strengthened our teacher education program and even our weaker students will be better teachers because they got a chance to be guided by her." Michelle J.