Background
McCan, James Lawton was born on August 10, 1952 in Plymouth, Indiana, United States.
McCan, James Lawton was born on August 10, 1952 in Plymouth, Indiana, United States.
Bachelor of Physical Education, Purdue University, 1974. Master of Science in Education, 1981. Doctor of Philosophy, 1983.
Teacher reading and English, Waynetown (Indiana) Middle School, 1974-1975; teacher reading and English, Yorkville (Illinois) H.S., 1979-1980; reading specialist, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, 1983-1989; program chair Basic Skills Advancement, Indiana Voc-Technology College, Lafayette, 1989-1991; assistant professor, coordinator student teaching, Hillsdale (Michigan) College, 1991-1995; director, Student Achievement Zone, South Bend, Indiana, 1995-1996; assistant professor, Nova Southeastern U., Fort Lauderdale, Florida, since 1996.
Member International Reading Association, Florida Reading Association.
Son ofJean F. and Mildred P. (Hayn) McC. Married Carolyn G. Splain, January 16, 1971. Children: Kendra, Brittany.