Dr. Cheryl Craig

Professor

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Biography

Cheryl Craig holds a distinguished position in education, primarily influencing the fields of teacher education and curriculum studies. With over 202 top-tier journal articles and numerous contributions across various formats, her work has garnered international recognition. She has delivered keynote addresses globally and has led multiple research units, contributing significantly to curriculum development and teacher training initiatives. As the current Dean of the Invisible College within AERA, she remains actively involved in advancing educational research. Cheryl's notable accolades include being named an AERA Fellow and receiving the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from AERA Division B. Her research is particularly recognized for its impact on narrative inquiry and educational equity. Throughout her career, she has chaired various committees and mentored numerous doctoral and master's students, shaping the future of education through her innovative approaches and dedication to scholarly excellence.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Cheryl Craig serves as a Professor in the College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University, specializing in curriculum and teacher education.

Awards

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Outstanding Article Award

2025-01-01
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Distinguished Achievement Research Award

2023-01-01
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Exemplary Research Teaching and Teacher Education Award

2021-01-01
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Legacy Award

2021-01-01
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New Faculty Award

2019-01-01
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Mentoring Award

2017-01-01
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AERA Publication Award

2019-01-01

Courses

EDCI 645. Society & Education World Perspective EDCI 646. Instruction Theory EDCI 684. Professional Internship EDCI 685. Directed Studies EDCI 689. Special Topics EDCI 703. International Teacher Education EDCI 704. U.S. Teacher Education EDCI 705. Studying Teacher Education

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.