EDCG 6010 – Quantitative Research Methods

EDCG 6012 – Qualitative Research Methods

EDLD 6000 – Advanced Visionary Leadership

EDLD 6008 – Leadership Theory and Behavior

EDLD 6018 – Special Problems in Research

EDLD 5015 – Collaborative Leadership

EDLD 5015I – Collaborative Leadership Internship

EDLD 5570 – Management of School Personnel and Finance

EDLD 5570I – Management of School Personnel and Finance Internship

EDUC 335/SEDU 335 – Oral Communication for Reading Teachers

EDUC 337/SEDU 337 – Literacy Foundations II

EDUC 338/SEDU 338 – Literacy Methods and Field Experience

EDUC 342/SEDU 342 – Methods of Written Communication

EDUC 380 – Language Development and Methods

EDUC 385/SEDU 385 – Literacy Capstone and Field Experience

EDUC 410 – Elementary Curriculum/Social Studies Methods

EDUC 415/SEDU 454 – Reading Strategies and Instructional Methods: Fiction

EDUC 420 – Reading Strategies and Instructional Methods: Informational Texts

EDUC 443/SEDU 455 – Literacy Field Experience

INTM 116 – Engaging and Motivating Students via Fanfiction

INTM 206 - Interim Travel Course: Greek Mythology & Popular Culture

OBVU 190 – Interim Travel Preparation Course: Greek Mythology & Popular Culture

OBVU 205 – Service for Scholars Lab

GECI 505 – Collaborating with Home, School, and Community Partners

GECI 506 – Psychology of the Gifted

GECI 507 – Gifted Education Programming and Administration

GECI 508 – Action Research and Practicum in Gifted Education

GECI 510 – Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners

GECI 512 – Promoting Creativity and Thinking Skills for Gifted Learners

GEDU 517 – Leadership in a Changing Society and Culture

GEDU 518 – Assessment and Evaluation of Classroom Learning

ELED 300 – Introduction to Teaching

ELED 452 – Student Teaching

MLED 314 – Young Adolescent Development

MLED 403 – Organization, Motivation and Management in Middle Level Classrooms

MLED 410 – Fostering School, Family, and Community Relationships

RDG 350 – Reading and Literacy I

RDG 360 – Word Analysis Skills

RDG 370 – Reading and Literacy II

RDG 380 – Comprehension and Vocabulary

RDG 450 – Building a Community of Readers

AUTHORED BOOKS

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (expected publication, October 2023). Exploring genre through gamified adventures. Springer Nature.

Haas, L., Tussey, J., & Metzger, M. (2022). Game-based learning across disciplines in middle school classrooms: Questing through time and space. Switzerland: Springer Nature.

Haas, L., Metzger, M., & Tussey, J. (2021). Game-based learning across disciplines in elementary classrooms: Questing through time and space. Switzerland: Springer Nature.

EDITED BOOKS

Cager, B. E., Tussey, J., & Haas. L. (Eds.). (2023). Culturally responsive leadership for social equity and academic justice in schools​. IGI Global.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (Eds.). (2022). Disciplinary literacy as a support for culturally and linguistically responsive teaching and learning. IGI Global.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L., (Eds.). (2022). Poverty impacts on literacy education. IGI Global.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (Eds.). (2021). Supporting social and emotional development through literacy education. IGI Global.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (Eds.). (2021). Connecting disciplinary literacy and digital storytelling in K-12 education. IGI Global.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (Eds.). (2021). Disciplinary literacy connections to popular culture in K-12 setting. IGI Global.

EDITORSHIPS

Szabo, S., Lee, D., Vasinda, S., & Haas, L. (Eds.). (2015). Texas Journal of Literacy Education, 3(1).

Vasinda, S., Szabo, S., Haas, L., & Lee, D. (Eds.). (2014). Texas Journal of Literacy Education, 2(2).

Haas, L., Lee, D., Szabo, S., & Vasinda, S. (Eds.). (2014). Texas Journal of Literacy Education, 1(2).

Szabo, S., Haas, L., & Vasinda, S. (Eds.). (2014). Exploring the world of literacy. Commerce, TX: Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers.

Haas, L., Lee, D., Szabo, S., & Vasinda, S. (Eds.). (2013). Texas Journal of Literacy Education, 1(1).

Szabo, S., Martin, L., Morrison, T., Haas, L., & Garza-Garcia, L. (Eds.). (2013). Literacy is transformative. Commerce, TX: Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers. 

Haas, L. (Ed.). (2013). Texas Association for Literacy Education Newsletter, 2(3). 

Haas, L. (Ed.). (2012). Texas Association for Literacy Education Newsletter, 2(2). 

Haas, L. (Ed.). (2012). Texas Association for Literacy Education Newsletter, 2(1). 

PEER REVIEWED BOOK CHAPTERS

Haas, L., Page, J., & Tussey, J. T. (2023). Disciplinary literacy and culturally responsive leadership. In B. Cager, J. Tussey, L. Haas, & M. Burke (Eds.). Culturally responsive leadership for academic and social equity and justice in schools. IGI Global.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2023). Literacy learning through film. In J. D. DeHart (Ed.), Enhancing education through multidisciplinary film teaching methodologies (143-164). IGI Global.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2022). Equity and engagement through digital storytelling and game-based learning. In I. Management Association (Ed.), Research anthology on developments in gamification and game-based learning (1451-1472). IGI Global.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2022). Supporting students impacted by poverty through literacy methods, resources, and strategies. In J. Tussey & L. Haas (Eds.), Poverty impacts on literacy education (235-251). IGI Global.

Clark, A., Van Dyke, M. K., Tussey, J. T., & Haas, L. (2022). Poverty effects on oral language development: Birth to third grade. In J. Tussey & L. Haas (Eds.), Poverty impacts on literacy education (1-22). IGI Global.

Clark, A., Van Dyke, M. K., Tussey, J. T., & Haas, L. (2021). Literacy as support for social-emotional and academic growth. In. J. Tussey & L. Haas (Eds.), Supporting social and emotional development through literacy education (406-430). IGI Global.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021). Equity and engagement through digital storytelling and game-based learning. In L. Haas & J. Tussey (Eds.), Connecting disciplinary literacy to digital storytelling in K-12 education (257-277). IGI Global.

Tussey, J., Haas, L., & Garling, B. (2020). Bye-bye basal: Multimodal texts in the classroom. In P. M. Sullivan, J. L. Lantz, & B. A. Sullivan (Eds.), Handbook of research on integrating digital technology with literacy pedagogies (192-211). IGI Global.

Robnolt, V. J., Rhodes, J. A., Vasinda, S., & Haas, L. (2017). The use of e-portfolios in teacher education programs to support reflective practitioners in a digital world. In D. Loveless, P. Sullivan, K. Dredger, & J. Burns (Eds.), Deconstructing the educational-industrial complex in the digital age (104-115). IGI Global.

​REFEREED PUBLICATIONS

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2023). Empowering minds: Multimodal literacies, fanfiction, and inclusive education. Journal of English Teaching through Movies and Media, 24(4), 28-40.

Tussey, J. T., Clark, A., & Haas, L. (2022). Behavior supports for school and home through literacy practices based on social-emotional learning. The Delta Kappa Gamma Bulletin International: Journal for Professional Educators, 88(3), 57–61.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. T. (2021). Fanfiction as a support for writing engagement and development. The Oklahoma Reader, 57(1), 35-40.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021). Questing with Dr. Seuss. The Delta Kappa Gamma Collegial Exchange, 87(4), 30-37.

Haas, L., Vasinda, S., McLeod, J., & Tussey, J. (2021). Expanding family literacy through video game playographies. Journal of Literacy and Technology, 22(1), 2-21.

Appleby, R.*, Mouw, R.*, Roland, S.*, Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2020). Observing with a purpose: Place-based learning, journaling, and discussion. Language Experience Forum Journal, 50(1), 1-17.

Boeset, B.*, Katzenstein, J.*, Mandernach, K.*, Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2020). Creating language experiences through traditions. Language Experience Forum Journal, 50(1), 18-27.

Tussey, J. T., & Haas, L. (2020). Supporting social-emotional learning with text sets in the elementary classroom. The Delta Kappa Gamma Bulletin: International Journal for Professional Educators, 86(5), 30-36.

Vasinda, S., Haas, L., Schroeder, L.*, & Goode, K.* (2019). Trending topics of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers’ Annual Conference Yearbook: A content analysis and comparison for 2008-2017. In B. J. McClanahan, P. S. Lisenbee, W. M. Linek, & E. Jampole (Eds.),Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers Ten-Year Retrospective (80-119).

Haas, L., & Gierstorf, M*. (2019). Mary Roe: Teacher, leader, advocate. In B. J. McClanahan, P. S. Lisenbee, W. M. Linek, & E. Jampole (Eds.), Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers Ten-Year Retrospective (156-159).

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2019). Master course design: Equitable education opportunities for preservice literacy educators. In A. Babino, N. Cossa, J. J. Araujo, & R. D. Johnson (Eds.), Educating for a Just Society (183-192). Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers.

Haas, L., & Mills, S. (2019). Exposure, experience, & empathy: Rural education, preservice teachers, & English language learner support. Language Experience Forum Journal 49(1), 1-17.

Denholm, J.*, Rohner, N.*, Voortmann, K.*, O'Bannon, A.*, & Haas, L. (2018). Connecting sports and the language experience approach. Language Experience Forum Journal, 48(1), 13-23.

Gleaves, G.*, Tjaden, M.*, Tyykila, K.*, O'Bannon, A.*, & Haas, L. (2018). Creating language experiences through field trips. Language Experience Forum Journal 48(1), 1-12.

McLeod, J. K., Dondlinger, M. J., Vasinda, S., & Haas, L. (2013). Digital play: Mathematical simulations transforming curiosity into play. International Journal of Gaming and Computer-Mediated Simulations, 5(2), 34-59. http://doi.org/10.4018/jgcms.2013040103

Williams, S., Haas, L., & Szabo, S. (2013). Teacher inquiry projects for preservice teachers. In S. Szabo, L. Haas, L. Martin, & T. Morrison, (Eds.), Literacy is Transformative (241-254). Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers.

Linek, W. M., Sampson, M. B., Haas, L., Nylan, M., Moore, L., & Sadler, D. (2012). The impact of teacher preparation: A study of alternative certification and traditionally prepared teachers in their first year of teaching. Issues in Teacher Education, 21(2), 67-82.

Glaeser, S., Haas, L., & Szabo, S. (2012). A colorful field of learners: Visualizing the beauty of diverse learners in a classroom community. National Forum of Teacher Education Journal, 22(3) 1-7.

Williams, S., Boggs, M., Haas, L., & Szabo, S. (2012). Preservice teachers’ knowledge and use of web 2.0 tools. Language Experience Forum Journal, 42(1), 18-24.

Haas, L., Linek, W. M., Manning, C., & Williams, S. (2011). Video games: The motivational value for literacy in English language learners. In T. Morrison, M. Boggs, L. Martin & S. Szabo (Eds.), Literacy Promises (251-258). Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers.

Linek, W. M., Haas, L., & Glaeser, S. (2011). Metacognition and social constructivism: Teachers’ perceptions, beliefs, and attitudes about English language learners in content areas. In T. Morrison, M. Boggs, L. Martin & S. Szabo (Eds.), Literacy Promises (131-150). Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers.

Manning, C., Aliefendic, J., Chiarelli, M., Haas, L., & Williams, S. (2011). Inspirational impetuous: Lifelong learning. Journal of the Southeastern Regional Association of Teacher Educators, 21(1), 11-17.

INVITED PUBLICATIONS, ORGANIZATIONAL BLOGS, & PODCASTS

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. T. (2022). Gameplay supporting literacy for all ages. The Source: Iowa ASCD 22(14), https://www.smore.com/70123v-the-source?ref=email

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2022, April 21). Elementary Literacy Centers. World Literacy Foundation. https://worldliteracyfoundation.org/elementary-literacy-centers/

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2022, March 29). Games to support engaged literacy learning. World Literacy Foundation. https://worldliteracyfoundation.org/games-to-engage-literacy-learning/

Burkie, C. (Host). (2021, October 29). Student engagement through popular culture and digital literacy. In Beyond Words. World Literacy Summit.https://www.worldliteracysummit.org/literacy-podcast

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021, September 7). Girl power through literacy. World Literacy Swww.worldliteracysummit.org/enhancing-language-experience-through-digital-literacy/ummit. https://www.worldliteracysummit.org/girl-power-through-literacy/Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021, June 4). Fluency and goal setting for elementary students. World Literacy Summit. https://www.worldliteracysummit.org/fluency-and-goal-setting/​

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021, March 4). Enhancing language experience through digital literacy and popular culture. World Literacy Summit. https://www.worldliteracysummit.org/enhancing-language-experience-through-digital-literacy-and-popular-culture/

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021, February 4). Combining social-emotional learning and literacy in early childhood classrooms. World Literacy Summit. https://www.worldliteracysummit.org/social-emotional-learning-and-literacy-in-early-childhood-classrooms/

REFEREED NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL PRESENTATIONS

Tussey, J., Clark, A., & Haas, L. (upcoming November, 2024). Embracing Social-Emotional Supports to Promote Positive Student Behavior. Virtual presentation at the Barcelona Conference on Education.  Barcelona, Spain.

Tussey, J., Metzger, M., Bibler, J., & Haas, L. (upcoming, July, 2024). Visuals to Support Vocabulary Development.Virtual presentation at the 12th European Conference on Language Learning. London, England.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (upcoming, July, 2024). Embracing Fanfiction in the Literacy Classroom. Virtual presentation at the 12th European Conference on Education. London, England.

Tussey, J. Clark, A., & Haas, L. (upcoming June 2024). Supporting Students Impacted by Poverty through Literacy Methods, Resources, and Strategies. Presentation at the 3rd Paris Conference on Education. Paris, France.

Tussey, J., Bibler, J., Metzger, M., & Haas, L. (upcoming, June, 2024). Bringing Wellness into the Elementary Classroom. Virtual Presentation at the 3rd Paris Conference on Education. Paris, France.

​Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (March, 2024). Disciplinary Literacy and Culturally Responsive Leadership in Higher Education. Virtual Presentation at 10th Asian Conference on Education & International Development. Tokyo, Japan.

Tussey, J., Metzger, M., Bibler, J., & Haas, L. (2024). Enrichment in the Elementary Classroom. Virtual presentation at the IAFOR International Conference on Education - Hawaii.

Tussey, J., Bibler, J., Metzger, M., & Haas, L. (2023). Culturally Responsive Leadership in Education. Virtual presentation at the Asian Conference on Education. Tokyo, Japan.

​Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2023). From Presentation to Publication in Higher Education. Virtual presentation at the Barcelona Conference on Education, Barcelona, Spain.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2023). Quest Narrative Development: Genre Specific Adventures. Session presented at the Irish Conference on Game-Based Learning, Virtual Conference.

Tussey, J. & Haas, L. (2023). Questing and Literacy in the Elementary Classroom. Session presented at the Irish Conference on Game-Based Learning, Virtual Conference.

Tussey, J., Haas, L., Bibler, J., & Metzger, M. (2023). Supporting English Language Learners in Our Classrooms. Virtual presentation at the 3rd IAFOR Conference on Educational Research and Innovation, Washington D.C.

Tussey, J., Haas, L., Metzger, M., & Bibler, J. (2023). Learning Experiences to Support Equity for Students Living in Poverty. Virtual presentation at 9th Asian Conference on Education & International Development, Tokyo, Japan.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2023). Multimodal Communication in the Literacy Classroom. Virtual presentation at the 3rd Southeast Asian Conference on Education, Singapore.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2023). Digital and Tactile Games to Support Literacy Instruction. Virtual presentation at the 8th IAFOR International Conference on Education - Hawaii.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2022). Strategies and Activities to Promote Active Engagement in the Classroom. Virtual presentation at the Asian Conference on Education, Tokyo, Japan.

​Haas, L., & Tussey, J., (2022). Quest Narrative Development. Session presented at the Irish Conference on Game-Based Learning, Virtual Conference.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2022). Games to Support Literacy Skills. Session presented at the Irish Conference on Game-Based Learning, Virtual Conference.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2022). Building Narrative Roadmaps for Quest-Based Learning. Session at Serious Play Conference, Orlando, FL.

Tussey, J., Haas, L., & Metzger, M. (2022). Supporting Student Engagement and Active Participation During Times of Change in Higher Education. Session at A Focus on Pedagogy: Teaching, Learning, and Research in the Modern Academy. Virtual Conference.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L., (2022). Preparing Future Educators to Support the Language Needs of All Students. Virtual presentation at the Asian Conference on Language, Tokyo, Japan.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L., (2022). Supporting Out-of-School Literacy Experiences. Virtual presentation at the Asian Conference on Education & International Development, Tokyo, Japan.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2022). Goal Setting in the Classroom to Promote Academic and Social-Emotional Growth. Virtual presentation at the 7th IAFOR International Conference on Education - Hawaii.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021). Resilience Throughout Books for Young Learners. Virtual presentation at the Barcelona Conference on Education, Barcelona, Spain.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L., (2021)**. Student Engagement Webinar with Dr. Jill Tussey and Dr. Leslie Haas. World Literacy Foundation - International Literacy Day 2021. Virtual Event.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021). Storytelling Connections to Fanfiction. Session presented at the UKLA 56th International Conference, Oxford, England.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021). Reading Video Games and Playing Books in K-12 Education. Session presented at Serious Play Online. Virtual Conference.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021). Bringing Games into Early Childhood Classrooms. Virtual presentation at the Irish Conference on Game Based Learning, Cork, Ireland.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021). Video Game Narratives and Fanfiction Supporting Writing Instruction. Virtual presentation at the Irish Conference on Game Based Learning, Cork, Ireland.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021). Adopting Hybrid Instruction in Higher Education. Virtual presentation at the Southeast Asian Conference on Education, Singapore.

Haas, L., & Tussey J. (2021). Preservice Teachers’ Clinical Experience with ESL Literacy Instruction via Popular Culture. Virtual presentation at the Southeast Asian Conference on Education, Singapore.

Bauer, J., Haas, L., & Fuller, M. (2021)**. TechEd Tools and Lesson Strategies to Better ENGAGE Students​. Panel session presented at Higher Education: Technologies and Strategies in the New Blended World Virtual Event.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021). Supporting Literacy in High Poverty Areas. Virtual presentation at The Asian Conference on Education & International Development, Tokyo, Japan.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021). Curriculum Design and Development for Undergraduate Literacy Courses. Virtual presentation at The Asian Conference on Education & International Development, Tokyo, Japan.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2021). Teaching and Learning in a Hybrid Environment. Virtual presentation at the 6th IAFOR International Conference on Education - Hawaii.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2021). Developing Master Courses in Higher Education Learning Environments. Virtual presentation at the 6th IAFOR International Conference on Education - Hawaii.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2020). Equity and Engagement through Game-Based Learning. Virtual presentation at the Association for Literacy Educators and Researchers’ VIRTUAL Professional Development Summit: Literacy through a New Lens.

​Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2020). Expanding Literacy through Game-Based Learning. Virtual presentation at the Association for Literacy Educators and Researchers’ VIRTUAL Professional Development Summit: Literacy through a New Lens.

Tussey, J., & Haas L. (2020). Master Course Development in Higher Education. Virtual poster session at Virtually Together 2020: University Professional and Continuing Education Association’s (UPCEA) Central Region Conference.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2020). Understanding and Utilizing Game-Based Learning and Gamification Pedagogical Practices. Virtual presentation at the Irish Conference on Game Based Learning, Cork, Ireland.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2020). Gamification in Undergraduate Hybrid Class Development to Increase Engagement. Virtual presentation at the Irish Conference on Game Based Learning, Cork, Ireland.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2020). Literacy and Pop Culture: Connections to Engagement. Virtual Lightening Talk at the 4th Baltic Sea Conference on Literacy, Tallinn, Estonia.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2020). Supporting Writers with Mentor Texts. Virtual Lightening Talk at the 4th Baltic Sea Conference on Literacy, Tallinn, Estonia.

Vasinda, S., Haas, L., Schroeder, L.*, & Goode, K.* (2019). Topics and Trends: 10-year Retrospective Analysis of ALER Conference Yearbook 2007-2017. Session presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Corpus Christi, TX.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2019). Multimodal Text Sets in K-12 Classrooms. Roundtable presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Corpus Christi, TX.

Haas, L., & Metzger, M. (2019). Questing Across Time and Space with Disciplinary Literacy. Roundtable presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Corpus Christi, TX.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2019). Digital Game-Based Literacy as a Support for Equity and Engagement. Roundtable presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Corpus Christi, TX.

Garcia, S., Alexander, P., Fazio-Brunson, M., Bear, D., Haas, L., Haas, I.* Hailey, D. J., Idris, D., Strong, M., & Tussey, J. (2019). Personal Readers (PRs). Roundtable presentation at the International Literacy Association’s Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2019). Fan Fiction: Digital Media as Mentor Texts. Oral presentation at the 18th Nordic Literacy Conference and the 21st European Conference on Literacy, Copenhagen, Denmark.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2019). Nonfiction Texts Sets Save the Day. Oral presentation at the 18th Nordic Literacy Conference and the 21st European Conference on Literacy, Copenhagen, Denmark.

Haas, L., & Donato, M. (2019). Games, Greek Mythology, & Pop Culture. Virtual presentation at the Irish Conference on Game Based Learning, Cork, Ireland.

Haas, L.,  & Tussey, J. (2018). Master Course Design: Leading Literacy. Roundtable presented at the 62nd Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Louisville, KY.

Haas, L. (2018). Reading Video Games and Playing Books in Undergraduate Teacher Education. Roundtable presented at the 62nd Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Louisville, KY.

Robnolt, V., Rhodes, J., Austin, O., Gray, J., Vasinda, S., Sullivan, P., Haas, L., Thacker-Gwaltney, S., & Simkin, C. (2018). What We Have Learned from Implementing Online and Hybrid Literacy Programs: A View from the Field. Session presented at the 62nd Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Louisville, KY.

Garcia, S., Alexander, P., Fazio-Brunson, M., Haas, L., Hailey, D. J., Idris, D., Pallotta, J., & Strong, M. (2018). Using Popular Children's Literature as a Bridge to the Language Experience Approach: Making Reading Personal and Successful for ALL Learners. Session at the International Literacy Association's Annual Conference, Austin, TX.

Haas, L. (2018). Reading Video Games and Playing Books. Session presented at the Irish Conference on Game-Based Learning, Cork City, Ireland. ​

Sullivan, P., Loveless, D. J., Robnolt, V., Austin, O., Gray, J., Hunger, G., Rhodes, J., Vasinda, S., & Haas, L. (2017). Considering the Ethical, Transformative, and Reflective Use of Digital Technologies within Advanced Studies of Literacy. Symposium presented at the 61st Annual Meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, St. Petersburg, FL.

Haas, L., Fazio-Brunson, M., Lado, A., Moore, J., Ramirez, M., Rasinski, T., Strong, M., & Vasinda, S. (2015). Language Experience as a Way to Help Students Achieve Greater Literacy. Session presented at the International Literacy Association’s 2015 Conference, St. Louis, MO.

Haas, L., Vasinda, S., & McLeod, J. K. (2013). Get Your Game On: Extending and Expanding Notions of Home and Family Literacy. Session presented at the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Dallas, TX.

Sampson, M. B., Szabo, S., Green, C., Haas, L., & Linek, W. M. (2013). Phase Three: Developing a Valid and Reliable Instrument to Assess Teachers' Perceptions, Beliefs, Attitudes, and Practices Related to English Language Learners. Session presented at the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Dallas, TX.

Haas, L., Robnolt, V. J., Vasinda, S., & Rhodes, J. A. (2013). Exploring the World of e-Portfolios in Pre-Service Teacher Preparation Programs. Session presented at the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Dallas, TX.

Haas, L, & Vasinda, S. (2013). Home and Family Literacy in the 21st Century: Virtual World Gaming. Session presented at the International Reading Association's 58th Annual Convention, San Antonio, TX.

Haas, L., & Linek, W. M. (2012). Equitable Access and Leveled Vocabulary Embedded within Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs). Session presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Grand Rapids, MI.

Haas, L., & Linek, W. M. (2012). Pre-service and In-service Teachers’ Development of Belief Systems about English Language Learners. Session presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Grand Rapids, MI.

Linek, W. M., Green, C., Haas, L., Szabo, S., & Sampson, M. B. (2012). Developing a Valid and Reliable Instrument to Assess Teachers’ Perceptions, Beliefs, Attitudes, and Practices Related to English Language Learners: Phase Two. Session presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Grand Rapids, MI.

Williams, S., Haas, L., Szabo, S., & Chiarelli, M. (2012). Inspirational Inquiry: Reflective Pre-service Project Based Learning. Roundtable presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Grand Rapids, MI.

Haas, L., & Vasinda, S. (2012). Motivation for Developing Literacy through Virtual World Gaming. Session presented at The 16th Nordic Reading Conference, Reykjavik, Iceland.

Vasinda, S., & Haas, L. (2012). Validating Voice: Podcasting as a Powerhouse to Strengthen Vocabulary and Comprehension. Session presented at The 16th Nordic Reading Conference, Reykjavik, Iceland.

Linek, W. L., Haas, L., Garcia, M., Hillis, K. E., Boggs, M., & Page, L. (2011). Undergraduate Pre-Service Teachers’ Perceptions, Beliefs, and Attitudes about English Language Learners: The Impact of Teacher Education Coursework in Literacy. Session presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Richmond, VA.

Richardson, J., Rhodes, J., Robnolt, V., Rearick, M., Haas, L., & Modla, G. (2011). What Does it Mean to Read in the Digital Age? Symposium presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Richmond, VA.

Williams, S., Boggs, M., Haas, L., Nottingham, M., Brumfield, M., & Manning, C. (2011). Working to Build Transliteracy Spaces in Reading Classrooms. Roundtable presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Richmond, VA.

Haas, L., & Linek, W. M. (2011). Metacognition and Social Constructivism in the United States: Teachers’ Perceptions, Beliefs, and Attitudes about English.  Roundtable presented at the 17th European Conference on Reading, Mons, Belgium.

Boggs, M., Brumfield, M., Haas, L., Manning, C., Nottingham, M., & Williams, S. (2011).  First Contact: Working to Build Transliteracy Spaces in Classrooms. Roundtable presented at the 3 T's: Exploring New Frontiers in Teaching, Technology, and Transliteracy, Johnstown, NY.

Haas, L., & Glaeser, S. (2010). Online Gaming: The Motivational Value for Literacy in English Language Learners.  Roundtable presented at the meeting of the Literacy Research Association, Fort Worth, TX.

Page L., Garcia, M., & Haas L. (2010). What Background Knowledge Do Pre-Service Teachers Bring to the Classroom: Infusing ELL Strategies in Elementary Literacy Courses. Roundtable presented at the meeting of the Literacy Research Association, Fort Worth, TX.

Linek, W. M., Glaeser, S., & Haas, L. (2010). Metacognition and Social Constructivism: Teachers’ Perceptions, Beliefs, and Attitudes about English Language Learners in Content Areas. Roundtable presented at the meeting of the Literacy Research Association, Fort Worth, TX.

Haas, L., & Glaeser, S. (2010). The Motivational Value of Online Virtual World Gaming for English Language Learners. Roundtable presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Omaha, NE.

Garcia, M., Page, L., & Haas, L. (2010). Infusing ELL Strategies in Courses for Elementary Preservice Teachers: What Background Knowledge Do They Bring to the Classroom? Session presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Omaha, NE. 

Linek, W. M., Haas, L., & Glaeser, S. (2010). Literacy in Content Areas: Teachers’ Perceptions, Beliefs, and Attitudes about English Language Learners. Roundtable presented at the meeting of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Omaha, NE.

REFEREED LOCAL, STATE, AND REGIONAL PRESENTATIONS​

Metzger, M., & Haas, L. (2020). Math and Gaming. Session presented at the Northwest Iowa GRiT Conference. Storm Lake, IA.

Haas, L., & Metzger, M. (2019). Questing Across Time & Space Utilizing Problem Solving. Session presented at the Iowa Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Des Moines, IA.

Bhattacharyya, S., Hecht, J., Brodman, B., & Haas, L. (2019). Madagascar: McCorkle Experience. Session presented at Faculty Friday, Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, IA.

Haas, L. (2019). English Language Education – TESOL Instruction. Daiichi Summer Language Program. Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, IA.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2019). Game-Based Learning Opportunities Supporting Engagement and Equity. Buena Vista University’s School of Education Conference on Inclusive Education, Storm Lake, IA.

Metzger, M., & Haas, L. (2019). Questing Across Time and Space. Session presented at the Northwest Iowa GRiT Conference. Storm Lake, IA.

Haas, L., & Tussey, J. (2018). Bringing Game-Based Learning into the Higher Education Classroom. Session presented at the Buena Vista University Adjunct Faculty Conference. Storm Lake, IA.

Tussey, J., & Haas, L. (2018). Expanding Literacy Instruction Through Game-Based Learning. Session presented at MISIC Fall Conference - Learning by Design: Personalize It! Ankeny, IA.

Haas, L.,  & Mills, S. (2018). Exposure, Experience, & Empathy. Session presented at Faculty Friday, Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, IA.

DeWitt, L., Haas, L., & Bedward, J. (2017). Future Makers: Growth Mindset, Critical Literacies, and The Next Economy. Buena Vista University Webinar, Storm Lake, IA.

Haas, L. (2015). Balanced Literacy as a Foundation for Close Reading. Session presented at the Texas Association for Literacy Education’s 2015 Literacy Summit, The Woodlands, TX.

Haas, L. (2015). Professional Development via Virtual and Digital Media. Session presented at the Texas Association for Literacy Education’s 2015 Literacy Summit, The Woodlands, TX.

Naizer, G., Hawthorne, M. J., Manning, C., & Haas, L. (2012). Project M2T2: Middle School Students' Changes in Attitude toward Math, Science and Technology. Paper presented at the Southwest Educational Research Association, New Orleans, LA.

Manning, C., & Haas, L. (2012). Differentiated Instruction: All Children Can Learn. Workshop presented at the Southwest Educational Research Association, New Orleans, LA.

Haas, L. (2011). Differentiation. Summer Technology Workshop: Commerce Independent School District, Commerce, TX.

Manning, C., Williams, S., & Haas, L. (2011). Differentiated Instruction:  All Students Can Learn. Session presented at the 7th Annual Bill Martin, Jr. Memorial Symposium, Commerce, TX.

Haas, L. (2010). Speaking and Listening for Korean Teachers of English. TESOL-Intensive Winter Training-University of North Texas, Denton, TX.

HIGHER EDUCATION

Recipient, A Studio in the Woods Faculty Writing Retreat Fellowship, Xavier University of Louisiana, 2022-2023

Recipient, New Century Research & Creative Works Award, Buena Vista University, 2021

Recipient, Fierce Educator, Fierce Education, 2021

Nominee, George Wythe Award for Excellence in Teaching, Buena Vista University, 2021

Recipient, New Century Research Award, Buena Vista University, 2020

Recipient, Faculty Development Award, Buena Vista University, 2019

Recipient, The McCorkle Fellows Award, Buena Vista University, 2019

Nominee, New Century Research Award, Buena Vista University, 2019

Nominee, Research and Creative Work Award, Buena Vista University, 2018

Recipient, Teaching Excellence Award, Texas A&M University System, 2011

Recipient, Graduate Research Assistant Award, Texas A&M University-Commerce, 2011 

Recipient, Teaching Excellence Award, Texas A&M University System, 2010

Recipient, Distinguished Graduate Student, Texas A&M University-Commerce, 2007

DonorsChoose.org – Classroom Grant Recipient, Technology Tales, 2007

Grand Work of Heart Award – Honoring Excellence in Catholic Education, Dallas Diocese, 2006

Work of Heart Award – Honoring Excellence in Catholic Education, Dallas Diocese, 2005

Linda Laird Memorial Award, Southwest Multisensory Teacher Training Center, 2005