Dr. William Rupley

Professor

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Biography

William H. Rupley is a Professor in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Culture at Texas A&M University. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois in 1975. Rupley has made significant contributions to the field of reading and literacy education, focusing on reading acquisition, reading comprehension, and the effectiveness of educational practices. He has published over 125 articles in respected journals, including the Reading Research Quarterly and the Journal of Literacy Research, and has co-authored key textbooks on reading instruction that are widely utilized in teacher education programs. Rupley has been recognized for his exemplary service in education, receiving awards such as the Distinguished Research Fellow and the Regents Scholar designation. In addition to his teaching, he has been involved in various federal and state-funded research projects addressing reading comprehension and instructional quality in diverse educational settings. Rupley actively collaborates on projects aimed at enhancing literacy instruction and promoting effective teaching strategies in reading, particularly in addressing the needs of at-risk students.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and conducting research in literacy education and teacher effectiveness.

Awards

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Climate Diversity Leadership Award

2018-01-01
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Distinguished Research Fellow

2012-01-01
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Regents Scholar

2014-01-01

Courses

EDCI680. PROSEMINAR EDCI684. Professional Internship EDCI685. Directed Studies EDCI692. PROFESSIONAL STUDY RDNG301. Rdng Acquisition Early Childhood Education RDNG351. RDNG ELEM SCHOOL RDNG602. TEACHING RDNG ELEM GRADES

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
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Specialization Notes

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