Paula Cocce

B.S., Framingham State College
M.Ed., Curry College

Senior Lecturer, Paula Cocce, became a faculty member at Curry College and the Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL) in September of 2000. PAL is the nation's premier support program for college students with learning disabilities. She is currently the Outreach Coordinator, offering workshops and information to prospective students, parents and educational consultants. In addition to her work in PAL, Paula teaches First Year Seminar at the College.  She received a Master of Education degree at Curry College where her research focused on reading and study skills, metacognition, and motivation in adult students.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and obtained an additional Certification in Reading for Reading Specialist at Framingham State College. Before joining Curry, Paula was coordinator of the Adult Basic Education Program at Quincy College. While at Quincy College, she taught literacy and GED preparation. Additionally, Paula worked with adolescents with learning differences in the Canton and Sharon Public School Systems. She has facilitated numerous workshops on: Navigating the College Search Process for Students with Learning Disabilities, LD Awareness, Study Skills Strategies and Student Motivation. Paula is a contributing author in Changing Lives through Metacognitive Relationships (2009). Her chapter is entitled: Reigniting the Light for Lifelong Learning.