Project Personnel

Dr. Whitworth is a Professor in Science Education at the University of South Carolina. Her current research is focused on investigating the role of district science coordinators, professional development models, the differentiation of professional learning, and science teacher leaders. 

Dr. Wenner is a Professor of Science Education at Clemson University. Her current research is focused on supporting equitable access to and opportunities in elementary science education.

Dr. High is a professor in the Clemson Engineering Science and Education Department (ESED) and Chemical Engineering. Dr. High’s research emphasis includes higher education faculty, post doc, and graduate student development and mentoring, K12 teacher professional development, STEM communication, student success in Calculus, and promoting women in STEM.

Dr. Morrison is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Clemson University. Her current research and professional interests focus on online teaching and learning and the impact of coaching on science teacher-leader development. 

Dr. Brown is a Clinical Associate Professor of Quantitative Methodology at Clemson University. Dr. Brown focuses on integrating statistical expertise with an understanding of educational contexts to provide sound statistical analyses that strengthen the evidence base for effective educational practice.

Dr. Bateman is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Clemson University, specifically working with the BLAST program. Her research interests include science education leadership, specifically science teacher leaders and district science coordinators, their professional career trajectory, professional identity, and networks.