Rebecca Yearling

Dr. Rebecca Yearling is a Senior Lecturer in English Literature and Programme Director of English Literature at Keele University's School of Humanities. She holds a D.Phil. from Oxford University, where she specialized in Renaissance drama. Prior to joining Keele in 2013, she taught at the Universities of Sussex and Bristol. Her research focuses on early modern literature, gender studies, and pedagogy, with notable publications on Shakespearean performance, Caroline drama, and educational methodologies. She teaches modules including 'The Renaissance: Shakespeare and Beyond' and supervises postgraduate research in Renaissance topics. Her work bridges literary analysis with practical applications in teaching, emphasizing active learning strategies.

Education: B.A./M.A. in English Language and Literature from Worcester College, Oxford University (undergraduate), followed by an M.Phil and D.Phil. in Renaissance drama. Professional affiliations include roles at Keele, Bristol, and Sussex universities. She is a key contributor to the School of Humanities' academic strategy and curriculum development.

Research interests span gender norms in early modern plays, Shakespearean performance criticism, and the intersection of emotion/cognition in literary reception. Her recent work explores spectatorship dynamics in Caroline drama and the pedagogical use of Kolb's learning cycle. She regularly publishes in journals such as Shakespeare, Journal of Academic Development and Education, and Essays in Criticism.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and MA modules focusing on Renaissance literature and reflective practice. She mentors students in dissertation topics related to early modern texts and theatrical adaptations. Though no specific grants are listed, her work reflects sustained scholarly engagement with both literary analysis and educational innovation.