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Dr. Michael J. Hockwater

Assistant Professor of Education

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A professional portfolio for Dr. Michael J. Hockwater, an assistant professor of education at Alfred University, who has over a decade of K-12 and university teaching experience in a variety of settings and contexts.

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Publications

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Debut Young Adult Novel Out Now!

Hockwater, M.J. (2026). Carter Knox and the lost legacy. Story Monsters Inc. Magazine.

Hockwater, M.J. (2025, Under Review). Flipping the script: the impact of a blended literacy learning intervention on comprehension. Education Sciences.

Hockwater, M.J. (2025). “It’s like everything changed:” Implementing a blended literacy learning intervention to increase engagement. The Language and Literacy Spectrum.

Hockwater, M. J. (2024). Out of the ashes: One teacher’s journey evaluating the impact of a blended learning intervention integrating the flipped classroom model and student-selected independent reading. [In press, doctoral dissertation, University of South Carolina]. ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global.

Teaching and Research Focus

As an assistant professor of education, my work is driven by a deep commitment to understanding and improving literacy instruction in diverse educational settings. I have a strong focus on research dedicated to literacy, technology, and identity, including a special focus on Artificial Intelligence literacy. This platform serves as a space to share insights, resources, and experiences related to literacy education and teacher preparation.

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Alfred University
Education Division

1 Saxon Drive

Alfred, NY 14802

Myers Hall, Room 347

Phone available upon request

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