Charles Hutchison

Dr. Charles B. Hutchison is a Professor at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, specializing in cross-cultural educational issues, science education, and philosophies of education. He holds a Ph.D. in Science Education (Georgia State University, 2001), a Dip.Ed. from the University of Cape Coast (1986), and additional degrees in theology and immunology. His research focuses on diversity in education, globalization's impact on schooling, and the experiences of immigrant educators.

Dr. Hutchison has authored multiple books and articles, including Experiences of Immigrant Professors (Routledge, 2016) and Teaching in America: A Cross-Cultural Guide (Springer, 2005). He has been recognized with the Key to the City of Boston and serves on national panels, as a journal editor, and on the board of an international school.

His research interests span international education policies, multicultural pedagogy, urban education challenges, and the intersection of global migration with teaching practices. His publications consistently emphasize cross-cultural competence, equity in education, and the adaptation of international educators in U.S. schools.

Notable contributions include analyses of disability in academic contexts, curriculum design for pluralistic societies, and strategies for mentoring international teachers. His work is featured in journals like Cultural Studies in Science Education and Insights on Learning Disabilities.