Crystal Crawford
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Education and Human Development
Department of Research. Counseling & Curriculum
Bio
Dynamic and passionate educator and curriculum leader who integrates research, real-world practice, and relevant, sustaining pedagogy to elevate learning, build community partnerships, and empower diverse learners across P-12 and higher education.
- CRCRAWFORD@augusta.edu
- University Hall - Suite 325
Education
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PGCE, Educational Administration and
Augusta University, 2021
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EDS, Curriculum and Instruction
Augusta University, 2016
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MED, Curriculum and Instruction
Augusta University, 2012
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BA, History, General
Augusta University, 2009
Certifications
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Educational Leadership Tier I Leadership Certificate
Georgia Professional Standards Commission, 2021
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Business Education (6-12) Teaching Certificate
Georgia Professional Standards Commission, 2016
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Curriculum and Instruction Service Certificate
Georgia Professional Standards Commission, 2016
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Economics (6-12) Teaching Certificate
Georgia Professional Standards Commission, 2011
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Political Science (6-12) Teaching Certificate
Georgia Professional Standards Commission, 2010
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History (6-12) Teaching Certificate
Georgia Professional Standards Commission, 2010
Awards & Honors
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Outstanding Young Alumni Award
Augusta University College of Education , 2022
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Economics Teacher of the Year Finalist
Georgia Council on Economics Education, 2019
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40 Under 40 Best and Brightest Award
Georgia Trend Magazine, 2018
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Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch
Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, 2018
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Teacher of the Year
Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School, 2017
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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EDUC 2130
Exploring Learn & Teaching
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EDUC 2120
Exploring Social-Cult Perspect
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EDUC 2110
Invest Crit & Contemp Issues
Teaching Interests
Relevant, responsive, and sustaining pedagogy; emotional intelligence and educator wellness; learner development and educational psychology; instructional technology and curriculum design; experiential learning and community partnership development; reflective, learner-centered instructional practices; relationship-building; learning environment culture and climate; learner agency and belonging; skills development and effective resource utilization.
Research Interests
Educational psychology; neuroscience-informed teaching and learning; motivation, behavior, and self-regulation; emotional intelligence and educator wellness; learning environment dynamics; instructional technology integration; curriculum innovation; experiential learning and student engagement strategies.
