Colleen Swain

Dr. Colleen Swain serves as Associate Provost for Academic Success and Dean of Undergraduate Studies at The University of Texas at Tyler, holding a joint appointment as Professor of Education. She previously served as Associate Dean of the College of Education and Psychology and Director of the School of Education. Her career began in public school teaching in the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD before transitioning to higher education roles at the University of Florida.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Education, University of North Texas (1997)
• M.S. in Computer Education & Cognitive Systems, University of North Texas (1993)
• B.S. in Secondary Education, Baylor University (1987)

Research Focus: Examines how instructional coaching impacts teacher expertise development, professional growth strategies for in-service teachers, and leadership development for school administrators. Specializes in technology integration in teacher education and curriculum design.

Teaching Engagement: Recently taught courses including Instructional Coaching, Professional Development Strategies, and Research Methods. Maintains active involvement in teacher training through student teaching supervision and internship coordination.