معرفی
Dr. David G. Buckman serves as Associate Dean for Education Partnerships, Associate Professor, and Interim Chair of the Department of Sport Management, Wellness, and Physical Education at the University of West Georgia's College of Education. He oversees strategic initiatives for the College’s partnerships with school districts, businesses, and educational entities. His research focuses on school human resources, teacher retention, principal succession planning, and organizational practices affecting student achievement.
Education:
- B.S., Physical Education, University of South Carolina (2008)
- M.Ed., Educational Leadership, University of South Carolina (2012)
- Ed.S., Educational Leadership, University of South Carolina (2013)
- Ph.D., Education Administration, University of South Carolina (2015)
Research Interests: Dr. Buckman explores how administrative decisions impact teacher performance and student outcomes, particularly in areas like teacher pay, retention strategies, and principal hiring practices. His work emphasizes organizational equity, leadership diversity, and systemic barriers in educational HR systems. Recent studies highlight challenges in recruiting racially diverse principals and addressing gender pay gaps in education.
Publications Trends: His articles (2020–2024) focus on teacher retention, principal pipeline sustainability, equity in hiring, and the intersection of school climate and student outcomes. Notable themes include analyzing Title 1 schools’ historical parallels and improving graduation rates through improved school environments.
Grants & Partnerships: He provides leadership to Georgia's BEST initiative and the Fusion Center, fostering collaborations between schools, districts, and businesses. No specific grants or awards are listed.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with interdisciplinary teams in the College of Education, focusing on partnership-driven innovation and policy analysis.
