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Barbara Stripling

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Professor Emerita at Syracuse University
📍 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Barbara Stripling is a Professor Emerita at Syracuse University and a past president of the American Library Association. She previously directed library services for New York Citys 1.1 million students, focusing on inquiry-based learning and providing equitable access to resources. She holds a B.A. from Stanford University.

She recently co-authored the book "Teaching Inquiry as Conversation: Bringing Wonder to Life," which focuses on fostering student curiosity.

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Experience
48 Years
Current Role
Professor Emerita
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Personality Overview

How Barbara shows up

Consensus Focused
Non-Confrontational
Story Driven

They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word.

Priorities

Topics Barbara cares about

Inquiry-Based Learning
She co-wrote the book "Teaching Inquiry as Conversation" and has built her career around fostering student curiosity and independent learning skills.
School Librarianship
As the former Director of Library Services for 1,700 New York City schools, she has extensive experience leading and advocating for school library programs.
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Career

Work history

7-2018
Professor Emerita
Syracuse University
7-2018
Retired
Professor Emerita, Syracuse University
1-2012 - 7-2018
Associate Professor of Practice, Senior Associate Dean
Syracuse University
2005 - 1-2012
Director of Library Services
New York City Department of Education
9-2002 - 12-2004
Director of Library Programs
New Visions for Public Schools, New York City
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2008 - 2011
Doctor of Professional Studies
Syracuse University
2000 - 2003
Ed. Specialist
University of Arkansas
1976 - 1991
M. Ed.
University of Arkansas
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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