Dr. Jane Perlmutter
Professor
Department of Human Services

Phone: 828-227-3350
Email: perlmutter@email.wcu.edu
Office Address: Killian 218B
Education
- Ed.D., University of Georgia, Early Childhood Education
- M.A.Ed., Savannah State/Armstrong, Early Childhood Education
- B.A., University of Georgia, Psychology
Research Interests
- Children's learning in developmentally appropriate kindergartens
- The development of excellent teachers
- Teacher growth and change
Publications
- Perlmutter, J & Burrell, L. (2001). The first weeks of school: Laying a quality foundation. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann
Recent Presentations
- Perlmutter, J, Holt, K, & Caldwell, C. ( March 20, 2003 ). Developing Early Literacy Skills in Young Children. North Carolina Association of Compensatory Educators, Spring Conference, Durham, NC.
- Perlmutter, J., Holt, K. & Caldwell, S. ( February 9, 2004 ). Hey that's in my name: Literacy in pre-kindergarten. National Title One Conference, New Orleans, LA.









