Darci Karr

Dr. Darci Karr is an Associate Professor of Teacher Education at Hastings College, serving as Certification Officer and Chair of the Department of Teacher Education. She specializes in educational technology, secondary education pedagogy, and teacher preparation. Her professional focus includes integrating technology tools into classroom instruction and supervising student field experiences and clinical teaching.

• Education:
• Ph.D., Educational Studies (Internet-Based Education), University of Nebraska – Lincoln
• M.S., Instructional Technology, University of Nebraska – Kearney
• M.S., Mathematics, Business, Education, University of Nebraska – Kearney

Dr. Karr’s research and teaching emphasize innovative educational technologies and teacher professional development. She actively presents at educational technology conferences, advocating for practical classroom applications of digital tools. Her career spans high school teaching in mathematics, business, and technology, informing her commitment to student-centered pedagogy.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. She oversees field experiences and clinical supervision for teacher candidates, contributing to their practical training.

Led by her chair role, Dr. Karr drives initiatives within the Department of Teacher Education to enhance teacher preparation programs and align curricula with contemporary educational demands.