Paula Eppich Boyce M.Ed, CAS, MSLS
Adjunct Faculty
Part-time Literacy Instructor
Education
- MLIS, Library Science, Clarion University of Pennsylvania
- CAS, Literacy Education, University of Southern Maine
- MEd, Special Education, University of Southern Maine
- BS, Elementary Education, University of Maine
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY:
- Lead mentor
- District library coordinator
- Book club facilitator
- Member of Maine Association of School Libraries
Research Interests
- Adolescent literacy
- Early literacy
- Online teaching
Paula has taught students of all ages and grade levels from Kindergarten to college. She began her career as an elementary teacher, then focused on literacy by teaching in roles such as Title 1 Reading Specialist, district Literacy Specialist, middle school ELA teacher, and currently, as a middle school librarian. She teaches literacy classes at USM for graduate and undergraduate students in both online and face-to-face formats. With two children of her own and hundreds of students she has taught over the years, she knows firsthand the importance of a strong literacy foundation and enthusiastic, positive role models for students. Paula has advocated for and implemented many initiatives promoting books, best practices, and literacy. She loves sharing her experience and expertise in education with other adults.
Expertise
- Early literacy
- Adolescent literacy
- Research skills
- Online teaching
PRESENTATIONS:
- Professional development for teachers in school districts
Education
- MLIS, Library Science, Clarion University of Pennsylvania
- CAS, Literacy Education, University of Southern Maine
- MEd, Special Education, University of Southern Maine
- BS, Elementary Education, University of Maine
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY:
- Lead mentor
- District library coordinator
- Book club facilitator
- Member of Maine Association of School Libraries
Research Interests
- Adolescent literacy
- Early literacy
- Online teaching