Kirsten Abel

Kirsten Abel is a former K-5 classroom teacher, mentor, and literacy coach. Dr. Abel shares her experience working with students and teachers by providing preservice teachers with instructional strategies on classroom management and student engagement using elements of The Responsive Classroom approach. Her focus also includes guiding teacher candidates in designing quality and equitable instruction and assessment practices.

Dr. Abel’s current research emphasis includes designing a culturally relevant, positive classroom environment for all students. Dr. Abel is also a certified Reading Specialist and places a strong emphasis on literacy integration in all content areas.

Ed.D. Leadership – Curriculum and Instruction
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington 2020

M.Ed in Literacy and Language, K-12
Framingham State University 2007

B.S. Early Childhood
Westfield State University 1991