My research interests have always been related to teaching and learning. My primary interests are in the areas of statistics and mathematics education, particularly as that relates to both teaching and learning using technology, as well as in the online and hybrid environment. I have published research in the areas of student attitudes and learning, teacher perceptions and preparation, and gender and minority student achievement in PK-16 education.
As a teacher, research methodologist, and statistician who has taught students across many disciplinary fields, my overall teaching goal (and philosophy) is to utilize my professional and academic experiences to help prepare students to apply the methods and solve problems in their own substantive fields of study. Thus, my professional work experiences have centered around improving schools, communities, organizations, and programs using quantitative research methods. Some examples of my professional work include:
• Using research and measurement methods derived from Classical Test theory to conduct needs assessment and develop training products and assessments to enhance data literacy for the Marriott International Hotel chain employees.
• Designing a research plan for the Mobile Public School system to evaluate the effectiveness of the “Twilight” Alternative Learning Program.
• Designing a survey and analyzing data using Excel, databases from multiple sources, and SPSS/SAS to determine the effectiveness of a Service-Learning Program for Northeast Georgia Medical Center in partnership with West Hall High school.
• Analyzing data for the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation to advance the development of persons with disabilities using descriptive data models.
• Conducting analyses using measurement methods derived from Classical Test theory, qualitative methods, descriptive statistics, and data visualizations to support the evaluation of the Superintendent, Tuscaloosa City Schools.
• Using data visualizations to engage and educate at-risk middle school students about HIV/AIDS.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family. We love watching movies and creating/listening to music, including attending our favorite artists' live music concerts.
As a teacher, research methodologist, and statistician who has taught students across many disciplinary fields, my overall teaching goal (and philosophy) is to utilize my professional and academic experiences to help prepare students to apply the methods and solve problems in their own substantive fields of study. Thus, my professional work experiences have centered around improving schools, communities, organizations, and programs using quantitative research methods. Some examples of my professional work include:
• Using research and measurement methods derived from Classical Test theory to conduct needs assessment and develop training products and assessments to enhance data literacy for the Marriott International Hotel chain employees.
• Designing a research plan for the Mobile Public School system to evaluate the effectiveness of the “Twilight” Alternative Learning Program.
• Designing a survey and analyzing data using Excel, databases from multiple sources, and SPSS/SAS to determine the effectiveness of a Service-Learning Program for Northeast Georgia Medical Center in partnership with West Hall High school.
• Analyzing data for the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation to advance the development of persons with disabilities using descriptive data models.
• Conducting analyses using measurement methods derived from Classical Test theory, qualitative methods, descriptive statistics, and data visualizations to support the evaluation of the Superintendent, Tuscaloosa City Schools.
• Using data visualizations to engage and educate at-risk middle school students about HIV/AIDS.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family. We love watching movies and creating/listening to music, including attending our favorite artists' live music concerts.