Shawn Towner

Shawn Towner is an Instructor in the Department of English at Arizona State University's Tempe Campus. His teaching focuses on English education, literary analysis, and pedagogical methods for young adult and children's literature. Since 2021, he has consistently taught courses such as Methods/Issues Teaching Composition, Teaching Young Adult Literature, and Studies in Children's Literature. His courses emphasize critical reading, writing, and the intersection of literature with cultural history.

With a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, Towner's instructional record spans multiple semesters, including summer sessions. While no specific research publications or grants are noted in the provided text, his presentations suggest engagement with pedagogical innovations in literary studies. His work contributes to foundational and specialized training in English studies across diverse student audiences.