Baum 1 CURRICULUM VITA

Baum 1 CURRICULUM VITA Angela C. Baum 107D Wardlaw (803)777-6240 Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Education Department of Instruction and Teacher Education, College of Education University of South Carolina Academic Preparation Iowa State University Ames, IA Human Development and Family Studies (Specialization in Early Childhood Education) Ph.D. December, 2000 M.S. December, 1996 Truman State University Kirksville, MO Family Sciences (Specialization in Child and Family Development; Minor in Psychology) B.A. May, 1994 Professional Work Experience Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Education Department of Instruction and Teacher Education University of South Carolina 2006-present Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Education School of Human and Consumer Sciences Ohio University Athens, OH 2000-2006 Instructor, Early Childhood Education Department of Human Development and Family Studies Iowa State University Ames, IA 1997-2000

Baum 2 Graduate Research Assistant Department of Human Development and Family Studies Iowa State University Ames, IA 1994-2000 Head Teacher Iowa State University Child Development Laboratory School Ames, IA 1995-1997 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Truman State University Child Development Center Kirksville, MO 1992-1997 Scholarly and Creative Accomplishments Publications Refereed Publications Baum, A.C. & McMurray-Schwarz (in press). Research 101: Tools for reading and interpreting early childhood research. Early Childhood Education Journal. Baum, A.C. & King, M.A. (2006). Creating a climate of self-awareness in early childhood teacher preparation programs. Early Childhood Education Journal, 33, 217-222. Geist, E., & Baum, A.C. (2005). Yeah, buts that keep teachers from embracing an active curriculum: Overcoming the resistance. Young Children, 60, 28-36. Geist, E., & Baum, A.C. (July, 2005: Reprint). Yeah, buts that keep teachers from embracing an active curriculum: Overcoming the resistance. Beyond the Journal: Young Children on the Web. Baum, A.C., & McMurray-Schwarz, P. (2004). Preservice teachers beliefs about family involvement: Implications for teacher education. Early Childhood Education Journal, 32, 57-61. Baum, A.C., & McMurray-Schwarz, P. (2003). Improving teacher education: Preservice teachers beliefs about inclusion. Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 24, 147-155.

Baum 3 Baum, A.C., Crase, S.J., & Crase, K.L.(2001). Influences on the decision to become or not become a foster parent. Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Human Services, 82 (2), 202-213. Crase, S.J., Lekies, K.S., Stockdale, D.F., Moorman, D.C., Baum, A.C., Yates, A.N., Gillis-Arnold, R., & Riggins-Caspers, K. (2000). The effects of foster parent training on parenting attitudes, foster parenting attitudes, and foster care knowledge. In J.M. Mercier, S. Garasky, and M. C. Shelley II (Eds.) Redefining Family Policy: Implications for the 21 st Century. Iowa State University Press: Ames, IA. McMurray-Schwarz, P., & Baum, A.C. (2000). Infusing special education content into teacher education courses. Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 21 (2), 249-253. Manuscripts In Progress Baum, A.C. & Swick, K.J. Preservice teachers dispositions toward families and family involvement: A conceptual framework discussion. To be submitted to Early Childhood Education Journal Capuozzo, R,. & Baum, A.C. Caring characteristics of male early childhood teachers. To be submitted to Childhood Education. Presentations and Posters National Presentations--Refereed Baum, A.C. & Jaruszewicz, C. Becoming involved in NAECTE: Exploring membership and involvement in the National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. Atlanta, GA. November, 2006. Baum, A.C. & King, M.A. Creating a climate of self-awareness in early childhood teacher preparation programs. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. San Antonio, TX. June, 2006 Baum, A.C. & King M.A. Creating a climate of self-awareness in early childhood teacher preparation programs. Poster presented at National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. Washington, DC. December, 2005. Cao, Q., Nissen, H., McMurray-Schwarz, P., & Baum, A.C. Identifying and nurturing dispositions: A summary and reflection. Poster presented at National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. Washington, DC. December, 2005. Nissen, H.L., Cao, Q., McMurray-Schwarz, P., Baum, A.C. Working session on identifying and nurturing dispositions of teacher candidates. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. Miami Beach, Fl. June, 2005.

Baum 4 McMurray-Schwarz, P. & Baum, A.C. Making Sense of Early Childhood Research. National Association for the Education of Young Children. Chicago, IL. November, 2003. Baum, A.C. & Van Hook, C. Preservice Teachers Reflect on Memories of Early Childhood: Conclusions and Implications. National Institute for Early Childhood Professional Development. Portland, OR. June, 2003 McMurray-Schwarz, P. & Baum, A.C. Documenting Your Professional Growth and Development Using a Portfolio Format: Creating an Electronic Professional Portfolio. National Association for the Education of Young Children. Anaheim, CA. November, 2001. McMurray-Schwarz, P. & Baum, A.C. Emergent Curriculum with Early Childhood Preservice Teachers. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. Anaheim, CA. November, 2001. Baum, A.C. & McMurray-Schwarz, P. Students Perceptions of Working with Families: Challenges for Teacher Educators. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. Anaheim, CA. October, 2001. Baum, A.C. & McMurray-Schwarz, P. Exploring the Beliefs of Early Childhood Preservice Teachers. American Educational Research Association. Seattle, WA. April, 2001. Baum, A.C. & McMurray-Schwarz, P. Student s Perceptions of Working in Inclusive Settings: Implications for Teacher Education. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. Atlanta, GA. November, 2000. McMurray-Schwarz, P. & Baum, A.C. Documenting your professional growth and development using a portfolio format. National Association for the Education of Young Children. Atlanta, GA. November, 2000. McMurray-Schwarz, P., & Baum, A.C. Infusing special education content into teacher education courses. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators. New Orleans, LA. November, 1999. Regional Presentations--Refereed McMurray-Schwarz, P., Baum, A.C., Malloy, H., & Griffith, N. Friendship and aggression: How do you handle them in your classroom? Midwest Association for the Education of Young Children. Toledo, OH. April, 1998. Baum, A.C., & McMurray-Schwarz, P. The peer group dynamics of six preschool boys. Midwestern Educational Research Association. Chicago, IL. October, 1996.

Baum 5 State Presentations Refereed Baum, A.C. & McMurray-Schwarz. Understanding Intrinsic Motivation in Young Children. South Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children. Columbia, SC. October, 2006. Baum, A.C. & McMurray-Schwarz, P. Research 101: Tools for Interpreting and Applying Early Childhood Research. Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children. Columbus, OH. April, 2004. McMurray-Schwarz, P. & Baum, A.C. Creating an Electronic Professional Portfolio. Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children. Columbus, OH. April, 2002. Baum, A.C., & Hagen, J. 101 creative ideas. Iowa Schoolage Care Alliance Conference. West Des Moines, IA. November, 1997. Hagen, J., & Baum. A.C. Beat the group groans. Iowa Schoolage Care Alliance Conferences. West Des Moines, IA. November, 1997. Non-Refereed Presentations Baum, A.C. The power of play. University of South Carolina Teacher Cadet Conference. Columbia, SC. November, 2006. Baum, A.C. Keynote speaker at McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program 10 th Anniversary Celebration. Truman State University, Kirksville, MO. October, 2002. Baum, A.C. Developing a Professional Portfolio. Student Early Childhood Organization, Ohio University, October, 2002. McMurray-Schwarz, P., & Baum, A.C. Scrounge! Facilitating children s play. Child Care Council, Inc. Ankeny, IA. April, 1999. McMurray-Schwarz, P., & Baum, A.C. Scrounging for fun. Center for Child Care Resources. Ames, IA. April, 1999. McMurray-Schwarz, P., & Baum, A.C. Scrounge! Facilitating children s play. Norwalk High School, Norwalk, IA. February, 1998. Pleasant Hill High School, Pleasant Hill, IA. March, 1998. Ballard High School, Huxley, IA. May, 1998. Baum, A.C. Keynote speaker at McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program Annual Banquet. Truman State University, Kirksville, MO. March, 1997.

Baum 6 Grants Internally Funded Grants at Ohio University Baum, A.C., Geist, E., Waller, C., & Swank, T. Enhancing Teaching and Learning through Observation at the Ohio University Child Development Center. Ohio University 1804 Fund $15,000.00 2004 House Bill Money to Supplement 1804 Award Enhancing Teaching and Learning through Observation at the Ohio University Child Development Center $35,887.00 2004 Baum, A.C. Early Childhood Education Students and Cooperating Teachers: Perceptions of Roles and Relationships. CHHS Scholarly Activity Award $2,053.00 2001-2002 Baum, A.C. & Van Hook, C. Preservice Teachers Development of Creative Integrated Unit Plans for Use with Young Children. OURC Chair s Discretionary Fund, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio $500.00 2001 Instruction and Advisement Courses Taught at University of South Carolina EDEC 442: Studies in Integrated Curriculum: Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Fine Arts EDEC 443: Internship in Integrated Curriculum EDRD 446: Internship in Language and Literacy EDEC 591: Seminar on Teaching in Early Childhood EDTE 771: Studies and Internship in Teaching Mathematics Related Teaching Activities at University of South Carolina Course Coordinator for EDTE 570, EDEC 590 & 591 Course Coordinator for EDEC 443 & EDRD 446

Baum 7 Courses Taught at Ohio University HCCF 170: Introduction to Early Childhood Education HCCF 361/L Guidance and Management in Early Childhood Education HCCF 363/L: Creative Experiences in Early Childhood Education HCCF 467: Philosophies and Theories of Child Development HCCF 455/L: Curriculum and Teaching Strategies in Early Childhood HCCF 565: Parent Education HCGE 479D: East Partnership Seminar Related Teaching Activities at Ohio University University Coordinator for East Elementary R.E.A.D. Partnership 2004-2006 Advising at Ohio University Advised approximately 100 undergraduate students per quarter Courses Taught at Iowa State University HDFS 455: Curricula for Ages 3 through 6 Years HDFS 221: Development and Guidance: Ages 3 through 8 Years Graduate Seminar Papers, Theses, and Dissertations Advisor Effective Teaching Characteristics of Male Early Childhood Teachers: A Qualitative Study Graduate Thesis Ohio University Spring 2005 Service: Professional, Community, and University Professional Membership and Service Professional Organizations American Educational Research Association 2000-Present Association for Childhood Education International 2005-Present National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators Positions held: Region 5 Representative (2006), Co-chair of Recruitment Committee (2006-present) 1999-Present

Baum 8 National Association for the Education of Young Children 1993-Present National Association of Family and Consumer Sciences 2001-2003 Ohio Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators Positions held: Member-At-Large (2000-2003), Vice President (2003-2006) 1999-2006 Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children Positions held: Member of small research grants committee (2001) 2001-2006 Ohio Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Positions held: Chair Early Childhood Initiative (2001-2003) Member of awards committee (2002) 2001-2003 Southeast Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children Positions held: Treasurer (2003-2006) 2002-2006 Book reviewer for Allyn & Bacon and McGraw-Hill Publishers 2000-present University Service at University of South Carolina Committees Early Childhood Undergraduate Committee 2006-present USC Partnership Network: Coordinating Council School-University Communications Committee Preservice Committee 2006-present University Service at Ohio University Committees College of Education Partnership Steering Committee 2004-2006

Baum 9 Ohio University Student Early Childhood Organization (SECO) Advisor 2003-2006 College of Health and Human Services Professional Ethics Committee 2003-2006 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Undergraduate Honors Committee 2003-2006 College of Health and Human Services and College of Education Early Childhood Education Core Committee 2002-2006 Partnership Liaison between the College of Health and Human Services and the College of Education 2001-2006 University Teacher Preparation Council 2001-2006 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Student Outcomes Assessment Committee 2000-2006 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Early Childhood Education Search Committee Chair 2004-2005 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Awards and Scholarship Committee Chair (2001-2003) 2001-2004 Chauncey Partnership Steering Committee 2002-2004 Ohio University Civic Responsibility Task Force Spring 2004 Ohio University Off-Campus Living Center Program Coordinator Interview Committee Fall 2004

Baum 10 Department of Teacher Education Early Childhood Special Education Faculty Search Committee 2002-2003 College of Health and Human Services Scholarship Committee 2001-2003 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Hospitality Faculty Search Committee 2002-2003 Reviewer for Ohio University Research Committee 2002 College of Health and Human Services and College of Education NCATE Assessment Task Force 2001-2002 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Student Field Trip Committee 2000-2002 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Early Childhood Education Faculty Search Committee 2000-2001 School of Human and Consumer Sciences Family Studies Faculty Search Committee 2000-2001 Community Service Ohio Department of Education Kindergarten Readiness Content Review Committee (Literacy) Spring 2004 Volunteer Ambassador for The Hundred Languages of Children Exhibit Center of Science and Industry (COSI) Columbus, OH 2002 Honors and Awards Ohio University Center for Teaching Excellence One of ten finalists for University Professor Award 2001 & 2006

Baum 11 School of Human and Consumer Sciences, Ohio University Vivian Roberts Faculty Award Fall 2002 Iowa State University Graduate Student Teaching Excellence Award 1998 1/07