Dr. Maggie T. Robillard

Associate Professor of Education StudiesEducation Studies

Maggie Robillard

Contact

Office Location

  • Knapp Hall, 104 E

Office Hours

  • Tue/Thur: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Degrees

  • Ph.D. Literacy, Language, and Culture, Indiana University (2014)
  • M.S. Language Acquisition, Spec. ESL, Indiana University (2004)
  • M.S. Reading Literacy, Butler University, Indianapolis (2001)
  • B.A. Education, English 5–12, Indiana University-Purdue University (1993)

Publications & Works

  • Teaching/Research Interests

    My interests are based in critical literacy theory and how the implementation of critical literacy practices in the classroom impact student empowerment and identity, particularly in minority-majority schools. Critical literacy theory impacts student discourse practices, transforms the cycle of oppression, and empowers participants by focusing attention upon understanding the development of sociocultural identity. Attention to student voice is key to the empowerment of students. This idea is leading me toward expanding my work in Photovoice and integrating technological theories into my work.

  • Professional Affiliations

    • Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE)
    • Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) International Honor Society Education
    • Kentucky Education Association (KEA)
    • Kentucky Rural Education Association (KREA)

  • Recent Publications and Conference Presentations

    Can Formative Peer Review Ease the Transition for Experienced New Faculty?