Meet the #ECWC21 Speakers
Keynote Speakers
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Dr. Wesson is a former higher education faculty member and administrator who delivers keynote addresses on the neuroscience of learning. His research is frequently published and referenced in Parents Magazine, HealthNet, and the journal Brain World. In 2017, Wesson was nominated to receive the Marquis Who’s Who Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Wesson's full biography is available to download.
Eric Litwin is a song singing, guitar strumming, # 1 New York Times Best Selling, award winning author who brings early literacy and music together. He is the original author of the Pete the Cat series as well as the author of The Nuts and Groovy Joe. Eric's books are designed to be both read and joyfully experienced. And, the more fun the more learning. Eric's books have sold over 13 million copies, been translated into 17 languages, and won 26 literacy awards including a Theodor Geisel Seuss Honor Award. Connect with Eric on Facebook, Twitter, or check out his website.

Dr. Gina Pepin holds an Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership and an M.A. in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment. She is the 2018–2019 Upper Michigan Teacher of the Year. She is currently a K–3 reading teacher in Escanaba, Michigan, and an online instructor of graduate literacy courses at GCU and NMU. Check out Dr. Pepin's website for additional information.
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