Eric Carbaugh

Dr. Eric Carbaugh is a Professor in the Department of Middle, Secondary, and Mathematics Education at James Madison University (JMU), and serves as CTA Director. He holds a B.A. in Economics and Government from the University of Virginia, an M.Ed. in Gifted Education from the University of Mary Washington, and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Virginia.

• Education:
• B.A., Economics and Government, University of Virginia
• M.Ed., Gifted Education, University of Mary Washington
• Ph.D., Educational Psychology, University of Virginia

His professional interests focus on Differentiation of Instruction, Curriculum Design, Common Core State Standards, Educational Policy, Assessment Methods, and Teacher Coaching. Eric began his career as a high school social studies teacher in Fredericksburg, VA, then taught 6th grade in Fairfax County before pursuing his Ph.D. He currently conducts nationwide professional development for school districts on educational best practices.

While no specific grants or advising details are highlighted, his work emphasizes capacity-building for educators through policy analysis, curriculum development, and assessment strategies.