Michael Mills

Michael Mills is a Graduate School Dean and Associate Professor at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA), affiliated with the College of Education. His work focuses on integrating technology into educational practices, with a particular emphasis on social media, digital open educational resources, and mobile technology applications in teaching environments.

• Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (2000) - University of Arkansas, Little Rock
• M.Ed. in English Education (1994) - Louisiana Tech University
• B.A. in English (1993) - Louisiana Tech University

Research interests center on technology-enhanced learning, including social media utilization for professional development, digital curation for collaboration, and innovative classroom engagement strategies. His work explores how digital tools can transform traditional educational practices.

Publications reveal consistent focus on technology implementation in education (2013-2014), covering areas like Twitter-based professional development, QR code applications, digital literacy promotion, and backchannel communication techniques in middle school settings.