Myra Watson

Biography

Myra Watson lives in Clyde, NC with her husband and daughters. She is an Assistant Professor at Western Carolina University in the Birth-Kindergarten Program and also acts as the Director of Teacher and Professional Education in the College of Education and Allied Professions. Prior to working full-time at WCU, Myra worked as a kindergarten teacher, pre-kindergarten teacher, home visitor, parent educator and kindergarten transition coordinator. In her spare time, Myra enjoys reading, cooking, and trying new restaurants.

Education

• EDD, Western Carolina University
• MAED, Western Carolina University
• BS, Western Carolina University

Teaching Interests

Early Childhood Curriculum and Professional Standards, Reading and Literacy, Instructional Practices in Kindergarten

Research Interests

Pre-service Teacher Dispositions, Beginning Teacher recruitment and coaching, Performance Assessment in teacher education programs