John Avella, Ed.D.
Adjunct Faculty,
Department of Leadership and Administration
Dr. John Avella’s career in public education spanned over 30 years in New Jersey public schools. Prior to his retirement in 2010, he served as a teacher, principal, and superintendent of schools. His tenure in higher education began in 2005 and has included teaching at both the master’s level and the doctoral level, as well as serving as a dissertation committee person and a dissertation chair.
Dr. Avella has published his work in both scholarly journals and books with topics including ethical and moral leadership, educational leadership, learning analytics, the flipped classroom, and meditation practices. He is presently co-editor of a symposium publication which addresses ethical leadership.
Dr. Avella’s philosophy of learning is centered on the principles of lifelong learning and achievement. He believes that all may learn successfully and that educators must take an active role in the learning process while serving as teacher, mentor, and coach.
Education
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Doctorate in Education Leadership
Nova Southeastern University -
Master's in Educational Administration
Georgian Court University -
Bachelor's in Special Education
Trenton State College
Research Interests
- Educational leadership
- Ethical and moral leadership
- Special education