Research Interests
My research interests include inquiry and project-based learning, student-centered curriculum and instruction, history and social studies education, and teacher self-study.
I have written and presented on teacher self-study as well as presented on teacher technology integration and world history curriculum and globalization.
Publications
Bates, R. (2014). Educators finding voice in a complex global society. American Journal of Education Forum.
Teachers’ Roundtable Participants; Bradbury, J., Elliott, S. & Gardner, J. (Eds.). (2014). Finding the cracks: Progressive, democratic education in an era of standardization. Schools: Studies in Education, 11, 2, 180-209.
Bates, R. (2013). The shape of things to come: Re-conceptualizing world history curriculum for a global era (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from ProQuest. (873938101)
Presentations
Presenter
Nov 2020
Being Vulnerable: Using Screencasting Video to Engage as Teacher and Learner
Ashford University Teaching & Learning Conference
Presenter
Nov 2020
Creating Space to Engage: Five Effective Tips for Organizing Your Teaching Practice
Ashford University Teaching & Learning Conference
Presenter
Nov 2017
Using Self-Study to Explore Teaching Practice and Meaning Making of Curriculum
Ashford University Teaching & Learning Conference
Panelist
Jun 2016
Set score levels for the 2016 AP Research exam
College Board AP Research Standard Setting Panel
Presenter
Oct 2014
Shifting Educators Beyond a Western Perspective: Negotiating World History Curriculum in an Era of Globalization and Standardization
Midwest Comparative International Education Society Conference, Indiana University, Bloomington
Panel Speaker
Nov 2013
Doctoral Student “Milestone” Panel Discussion
DePaul University EDSA Annual Conference
Speaker
Jan 2012
Talk
Masters Level Research Methods Talk on Document Analysis, DePaul University
Speaker
Mar 2010
Talk
Masters Level Social Studies Student Teaching Talk, DePaul University
Presenter
Jun 2005 – Jun 2008
Presented and led four, year-long school-wide action research projects on various facets of teaching, learning, and school culture (e.g., student success, standardization of curriculum, and staff collaboration)
Chicago High School Redesign Initiative (CHSRI)