About This Episode
Season 5. Episode 9.
In this episode of Education Insight, Dr. M.D. Haque, an expert from the LaFetra College of Education at the University of LaVerne, offers valuable insights into the growing teacher workforce shortages facing California and the nation. As schools continue to grapple with the shortage of qualified educators, Dr. Haque provides a comprehensive look at the current state of the education system and the deep impact the shortage has on school communities.
He dives into the challenges of recruiting and retaining teachers and explores innovative solutions that have emerged, including hands-on training programs like apprenticeships and teacher residency programs. Dr. Haque discusses the importance of leadership development for teachers and how stackable credentials and micro-credentials can support their professional growth and retention.
This episode also examines the pressing issue of teacher burnout and what higher education institutions, such as the University of LaVerne, can do to ensure a qualified and sustainable teaching workforce for the future. Tune in to hear Dr. Haque’s expert perspectives on how collaborative efforts, innovative programs, and strategic solutions can help address the teacher shortage crisis and support the next generation of educators.
Featured Guest
Dr. MD Haque
Dean of the LaFetra College of Education, University of La Verne
Dr. MD Haque serves as the dean of the LaFetra College of Education at the University of La Verne. Before stepping into this role, he held several leadership positions, including director of the Institutional Review Board, associate dean, and interim dean of the college. He is also a professor of organizational leadership.
As dean, Dr. Haque is deeply committed to building strategic partnerships, expanding learning opportunities and career pathways, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and strengthening the college’s existing programs. His leadership is centered on innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence, ensuring that LaFetra College of Education continues to lead in preparing future educators and organizational leaders.
Dr. Haque holds an Ed.D. in organizational leadership from Pepperdine University, along with master’s degrees in business administration, business technologies, and public administration—reflecting his diverse expertise in leadership, technology, and organizational strategy.
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Interview Highlights
3:57 – Adrienne describes dual enrollment and its benefits.
7:15 – Adrienne speaks to how recent California mandates and initiatives may have influenced the growth of these new programs.
8:34 – Adrienne explains what research shows about the impact of dual enrollment on a student’s academic achievements or even their future success.
9:24 – Adrienne shares examples of dual enrollment activities that are taking place in our region and what is happening in the IE.
13:11 – Adrienne talks about strategies in place to make sure that equal opportunities are available for all students.
20:18 – Jorge explains how dual enrollment aligns with his role at Riverside County Unified School District.
21:28 – Jorge shares his experiences and thoughts on the current dual enrollment programs that are being offered at Riverside Unified School District.
23:32 – Jorge gives insight into how dual enrollment makes students career ready.
25:58 – Jorge describes what challenges students typically face in dual enrollment programs and how he addresses those issues.
32:43 – Jorge shares what he would like to see be the future of the dual enrollment program in his district and beyond.
36:31 – Special Feature: Avijeet Randhawa, 8th-Grader, Auburndale Intermediate School in the Corona Norco Unified School District.
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Education Insight tells the story of education in the Inland Empire through the diverse voices of those in and around the regional education community. The show is produced by Growing Inland Achievement, a collective impact organization in the Inland Empire with a mission to increase economic prosperity in the region by increasing educational attainment. Hosted by 30-year broadcast veteran Lacey Kendall, monthly shows explore topics ranging from education challenges and shortcomings to innovations and groundbreaking ideas that are driving student success.
