Dr. Rebecca Putman
Faculty Developer
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Biography:
Dr. Rebecca Putman is a faculty developer in the Koehler Center for Instruction, Innovation, and Engagement. Dr. Putman is a seasoned educator and faculty developer with a passion for supporting a culture of excellence in teaching and learning. With a background in curriculum and instruction, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role as a support and guide for faculty and instructors at TCU.
As a dedicated advocate for enhancing faculty efficacy and student-centered approaches to teaching, Dr. Putman leverages her expertise in curriculum design and educational technologies to provide on-demand support and coaching for faculty. Her primary focus is on fostering improved student learning outcomes through tailored guidance and assistance.
With a career spanning various academic roles, including Associate Professor of Literacy and Senior Teaching Faculty Fellow at Tarleton State University, Dr. Putman has developed and delivered numerous engaging faculty development programs that reflect her commitment to innovation and active learning environments.
Dr. Putman holds a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from the University of North Texas. Her dedication to enhancing the teaching and learning experience of both faculty and students aligns with TCU’s mission of promoting student-centered and inclusive academic excellence.
Education
Ph.D. Curriculum & Instruction, University of North Texas
M.Ed. Reading Education, University of North Texas
B.S. Habilitation of the Deaf, Texas Christian University
Selected Awards
Texas A & M Chancellor’s Academy of Teacher Educators Award
Faculty Excellence in Scholarship, College of Education, Tarleton State University
Outstanding Junior Faculty Award, Tarleton State University
Selected Certifications
ACUE Microcredential, Promoting Active Learning
ACUE Microcredential, Learner-Centered & Equitable Courses
TEA & Region 11 Field Supervisor Observation Training
TEA, Reading Specialist (PK-12)
TEA, Hearing Impaired (PK-12)
TEA, Elementary Self-Contained Grades 1-8
TEA, English as a Second Language (PK-12)
TEA, Early Childhood Education (PK-K)
Selected Publications
Putman, R.S., Pennington, C.G., Munsey, B.A., Hurless, N., Hill, J.W., & Labansat, H.A. (in press). Does this chair make me look smart? An examination of flexible seating in the higher education classroom. Learning Environments Research.
Putman, R. S., & Rose, C. D. (2023). Virtual practice for authentic classrooms: How to prepare preservice teachers to be day one ready, In Aaron Zimmerman (Ed.), Research, Practice, and Innovations in Teacher Education During a Virtual Age. (pp. 137-157). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684- 5316-2.ch008
Pennington, C., Putman, R. S., Munsey, B.A. (2022). An examination of flexible seating in the higher education classroom from a physical and kinesthetic perspective. Journal of Learning Spaces, 11(2). https://libjournal.uncg.edu/jls/article/view/2257
Anderson, S.E., Putman, R.S. (2022). Elementary special education teachers thinking while planning and implementing technology-integrated lessons. Education and Information Technologies. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-022-11358-0
Putman, R.S., Labansat, H.A. (2022). Translating science into practice: Using brain imaging studies to support behavioral interventions for students with dyslexia. Journal of Texas Women School Executives, 7(1), 1-16. https://issuu.com/tasanet/docs/jtcwse22/s/14701649
Putman, R. S., Dixon, K. V. (2021). Beyond knowledge: Helping preservice teachers apply the science of reading research in authentic classroom contexts. In J.J. Araujo & D. L. Araujo (Eds.), Handbook of Research on Reconceptualizing Preservice Teacher Preparation in Literacy Education. (pp. 285-300). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-8725-6.ch014
Putman, R.S. (2021). Dog days of literacy: Effects of a dog-assisted literacy program on elementary students’ literacy attitudes and skills. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers Yearbook, Building Bridges with and for Literacy, 42. https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.aleronline.org/resource/resmgr/yearbooks/aler_yearbook_issue_42.pdf
Putman, R.S., Harris, K. (2020). Clinical teaching during a pandemic: How COVID-19 helped reveal the invisible side of teaching. Journal of the Effective Schools Project. https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1310495/
Putman, R.S. (2019). Extending the walls of our classrooms with online informal learning environments: An investigation of social media in the higher education classroom. The Journal for Research and Practice in College Teaching, 4(1), 150 – 169. https://journals.uc.edu/index.php/jrpct/article/view/867
Anderson, S. E., Putman, R. S. (2019). Special education teachers’ experience, confidence, beliefs, and knowledge about integrating technology. Journal of Special Education Technology, 35(1), 37-50. https://doi.org/10.1177/0162643419836409
Selected Presentations
Putman, R. S. (2023, November). The science of reading and teacher certification exams: Challenges and solutions. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers 2023 Annual Conference, Santa Fe, NM. United States.
Hill, J. & Putman, R.S. (2023, November). Self-efficacy of curriculum literacy in preservice teachers. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers 2023 Annual Conference, Santa Fe, NM. United States.
Putman, R. S. (2023, April 15). Does practice make perfect with mixed reality simulations in teacher education? American Educational Research Association 2023 Annual Conference, Chicago, IL, United States.
Putman, R. S., Munsey, B., & Labansat, H. (2023, April 16). Does this chair make me look smart? An examination of flexible seating in the higher education classroom. American Educational Research Association 2023 Annual Conference, Chicago, IL, United States.
Putman, R. S, & Dixon, K. V. (2022, November 5). Practice to theory in teacher education: Rehearsal for preservice teachers in an ever-changing educational environment. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers 2022 Annual Conference, Denver, CO, United States.
Putman, R. S. (2021, November 6). Translating science into practice: Using brain imaging studies to support behavioral interventions for students with dyslexia. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers 2021 Annual Conference, Hilton Head, SC, United States.
Putman, R. S. (2020, April 20). Teacher’s pet: Effects of a therapy dog on elementary students’ literacy attitudes and skills. American Educational Research Association 2020 Annual Conference, San Francisco, CA, United States.
Putman, R. S. (2019, November 8). Dog days of literacy: Effects of a dog-assisted literacy program on elementary students’ literacy attitudes and skills. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers 2019 Annual Conference, Corpus Christi, TX, United States.
Putman, R. S., Howell, J., & Baker, C. (2019, June 25). Linking theory, research and the practical application of technology tools for assessment. International Society for Technology in Education 2019 Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, United States.
Putman, R. S., & Anderson, S. (2019, June 23). Decisions, decisions: Planning and implementing technology- integrated lessons in special education classrooms. International Society for Technology in Education 2019 Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, United States.
Selected Affiliations
ALER, Association of Literacy Educators & Researchers
AERA, American Educational Research Association
ILA, International Literacy Association