Teacher Education And Leadership Studies

217 researchers across 15 institutions

217 Researchers
15 Institutions
13 Grant PIs
4 High Impact

This research area investigates the preparation, professional development, and leadership of educators across various educational settings. Researchers examine curriculum design, pedagogical approaches, and assessment strategies aimed at improving teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes. Studies explore the dynamics of educational leadership, including school administration, policy implementation, and the creation of supportive learning environments. Methodologies employed include qualitative and quantitative research, program evaluation, and case studies, focusing on issues of equity, access, and the impact of educational interventions.

The work in teacher education and leadership directly addresses the needs of Arkansas's diverse student populations and its evolving workforce. Research informs strategies for recruiting and retaining high-quality educators in rural and underserved communities across the state, impacting the quality of education available to all Arkansans. Understanding leadership challenges and effective practices within school districts contributes to improved educational systems statewide, fostering economic development through a better-educated populace.

This field connects with studies on innovative teaching methods, educational policy, and the influence of technology on learning. The research involves faculty and graduate students from multiple Arkansas institutions, fostering a collaborative approach to advancing educational practice and policy.

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Top Researchers

Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
William F. McComas University of Arkansas 34 11,205 Grant PI
Ross Larsen Arkansas State University 31 3,162
Gema Zamarro University of Arkansas 25 3,935 High Impact
Robert Maranto University of Arkansas 23 1,727 High Impact
Donald M. Johnson University of Arkansas 23 2,576 High Impact Grants
Sheida K. Raley University of Arkansas 21 1,435 High Impact
Amy M. Franks UAMS 19 934
Stephanie M. Gardner UAMS 19 1,797
Ann Robinson UA Little Rock 18 1,497
Claretha Hughes University of Arkansas 18 956
Amanda L. Golbeck UAMS 17 1,330
Ketevan Mamiseishvili University of Arkansas 17 1,145
Erin Shaw University of Central Arkansas 17 1,464
Amanda L. Miller UAMS 16 964 Grants
Joe D. Nichols Arkansas State University 16 1,743
Lisa M. Bowers University of Arkansas 14 510
Otmar E. Varela UA Little Rock 13 854
Michael Crouch Harding University Main Campus 13 841
Robert M. Costrell University of Arkansas 12 971 Emeritus
Melodee Harris UAMS 12 568 Emeritus
Innovative Teaching And Learning Methods 139 Higher Education Research Studies 131 Education Systems And Policy 95 Racial And Ethnic Identity Research 56 Media Studies And Communication 36 Engineering Education And Pedagogy 26 Technology Adoption And User Behaviour 23 Health Sciences Research And Education 22 Behavioral And Psychological Studies 22 Medical Education 20 Diverse Educational Innovations Studies 18 Sars-Cov-2 And Covid-19 Research 17 Child And Adolescent Health 17 Diversity And Career In Medicine 14 Health Disparities And Outcomes 13

Strategic Outlook

Global signals from OpenAlex for this research area: where the field is growing, how concentrated leadership is, and where Arkansas sits relative to the world's top-100 institutions. Descriptive only — surfaced as input to the conversation about where to place bets, not a recommendation. Signal confidence: LOW

Global trajectory
14,442 works in 2026
+4.5% CAGR 2018–2026
Leadership concentration
1.6% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 3
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2026 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Michigan State University 1,070
  2. 2 The Ohio State University 945
  3. 3 University of Wisconsin–Madison 748
  4. 4 Pennsylvania State University 703
  5. 5 The University of Texas at Austin 691

Cross-Institution Connections

Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Teacher Education And Leadership Studies.

Michael J. Turley University of Central Arkansas
97%
Kent R. Brown University of Arkansas
Matthew White University of Central Arkansas
96%
Katherine G. Ketchum University of Arkansas
Pamela F. Ashcraft University of Central Arkansas
96%
Elizabeth LeQuieu University of Arkansas – Fort Smith
Matthew White University of Central Arkansas
94%
Janet Penner Williams University of Arkansas
Deborah Kuster University of Central Arkansas
94%
Diana Gonzales Worthen University of Arkansas
Shannon Dingman University of Arkansas
92%
Rizah Lorenzo Southern Arkansas University
et. al. Odunola Oyeniyi University of Central Arkansas
92%
J. C. Spinler UA Little Rock
et. al. Odunola Oyeniyi University of Central Arkansas
92%
Johnathon E. Paape University of Arkansas
et. al. Odunola Oyeniyi University of Central Arkansas
92%
Hailey Pullman University of Arkansas
J. C. Spinler UA Little Rock
92%
Johnathon E. Paape University of Arkansas

Researchers with Federal Grants

Shannon Dingman University of Arkansas 2 grants Carol Gattis University of Arkansas 1 grant Michael K. Daugherty University of Arkansas 1 grant William F. McComas University of Arkansas 1 grant Louis S. Nadelson University of Central Arkansas 1 grant Donald M. Johnson University of Arkansas 1 grant Stephen R. Burgin University of Arkansas 1 grant Leah R. Cheek University of Arkansas 1 grant Laura B. Kent University of Arkansas 1 grant Kim Krusen McComas University of Arkansas 1 grant Amanda L. Miller UAMS 1 grant Jaime M. Murphy Harding University Main Campus 1 grant K. Davis UA Pine Bluff 1 grant
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