Rebecca Marie Farley

Dr. Rebecca Marie Farley is an Associate Professor of Education at Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU), joining in Fall 2016. Previously, she served in McLoud Public Schools for 22 years, teaching grades K-4 and holding roles such as Literacy Resource Specialist and Reading Specialist. She holds National Board Certification in Literacy and specializes in reading instruction for young children and inclusive education strategies.

• Education:
• B.S.E., Oklahoma Baptist University, 1994
• M.Ed., University of Central Oklahoma, 2004
• Ed.D., Northcentral University, 2020 (Dissertation: A Descriptive Analysis of Teacher Perception of Preparedness to Teach Reading to Young Children by Education Preparation Programs)

Her research focuses on literacy strategies for K-8 students, co-teaching methodologies for diverse learners, and teacher preparedness in reading education. She actively presents at national conferences like the National Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and Oklahoma Literacy Associations (OKLA), where she served as Chair (2021-2022).

• Professional Memberships:
• International Literacy Association (ILA)
• Oklahoma Literacy Associations (OKLA)
• Oklahoma Higher Education Reading Council (OHERC)
• National Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

Dr. Farley teaches courses such as Foundations of Education and Reading Methods Practicum. She emphasizes hands-on learning and practical application for future educators.