معرفی
Dr. Tiffany L. Gallagher is a Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at Brock University's Faculty of Education. As Director of the Brock Learning Lab, she oversees community-based tutoring programs for K-12 students and mentors undergraduate tutors. Her research focuses on enhancing literacy instruction for students with learning challenges, professional development for literacy coaches, and inclusive educational practices. Key projects include longitudinal studies on literacy coaching effectiveness and parent-teacher collaboration in digital literacy. She has secured multiple SSHRC grants totaling over $200k, including leadership roles in projects like 'Supporting Literacy Coaches as they Facilitate Teachers’ Professional Learning' (2016-2021) and 'Building Knowledge of Pre-Adolescents’ Critical Media Literacy' (2020-2021).
Research interests span literacy assessment strategies, digital learning tools, and systemic inclusion for exceptional learners. Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing collaboration between educators, administrators, and policymakers. Recent studies highlight tensions in early childhood literacy pedagogy and the role of educational technology during crises like the pandemic. Dr. Gallagher collaborates internationally, with publications in journals such as International Journal of Inclusive Education and Journal of Educational Research and Practice.
- Grants: Over $300k in external funding from SSHRC and Ministry of Education
- Key Projects: Literacy coaching frameworks, parent engagement strategies, and inclusive education policy analysis
- Lab Leadership: Brock Learning Lab (K-12 tutoring + undergraduate mentorship)
Publications emphasize practitioner-researcher partnerships, with 20+ peer-reviewed articles since 2020 focusing on literacy interventions, teacher efficacy, and equity-driven educational practices.
