Erica R. Hamilton currently works with pre-service and in-service teachers as an assistant professor, K-12 teacher coach, and professional development provider. Erica’s teaching focuses on helping teachers support and extend K-12 students’ literacy and learning. Committed to professional service, Erica currently serves as the chairperson for the GVSU College of Education’s Technology Committee. She also serves as a peer reviewer for various journals and organizations and is active in West Michigan schools. Her research interests focus on teacher learning and development, place-based education, literacy, and educational technology. Connect with her on Twitter @ericarhamilton.