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Richmond Carlton serves as 3/4-Time Faculty in the Department of Psychology at Rowan University's College of Science & Mathematics, contributing to undergraduate education and developmental psychology research.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Applied Developmental Psychology from Fordham University
- M.A. in Applied Developmental Psychology from Fordham University
- B.A. in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, from Temple University
Dr. Carlton's research program centers on social-emotional learning mechanisms in early childhood development and the cognitive impacts of joint adult-child reading practices. His scholarly work examines how these factors interact with environmental variables to shape developmental trajectories, with particular attention to diversity considerations in educational settings. Current investigations focus on translating developmental theory into practical classroom applications.
His publication record features significant contributions to developmental science literature, including a 2019 study in Applied Developmental Science analyzing how classroom racial/ethnic composition influences upper elementary students' social-emotional growth patterns across diverse school environments.
Professional recognition includes:
- Riecken Dissertation Grant from the Foundation for Child Development
Dr. Carlton maintains active scholarly engagement through memberships in the American Educational Research Association and Society for Research in Child Development. His teaching portfolio spans Statistics in Psychology, Research Methods, and Developmental Psychology courses where he emphasizes empirical approaches to understanding human development. While not leading a dedicated research laboratory, his work remains integrated with the Department of Psychology's research initiatives and contributes to Rowan University's academic mission in developmental science.
