Dr Tashane Haynes-Brown, The University of the West Indies, Jamaica
Dr. Tashane Haynes-Brown is a distinguished educator and researcher specializing in teacher education and technology integration. She holds a Ph.D. in Teacher Education from The University of the West Indies, with a focus on how beliefs shape teachers‘ use of technology. With multiple awards, including The University of the West Indies Distinguished Teaching Award, Dr. Haynes-Brown has contributed to various academic publications and research projects. She has extensive teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and coordinates several educational programs. Her expertise includes mixed methods research, digital assessment, and enhancing teacher professional development. 📚🎓💻👩🏫
Publication Profile
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Academic Background
Dr. Tashane Haynes-Brown is a passionate educator with extensive qualifications in Teacher Education and Teacher Development. She earned her Ph.D. from The University of the West Indies in 2019, focusing on how beliefs shape technology use among Jamaican secondary school teachers. She also holds an M.A. and a Bachelor of Education in Secondary Spanish. Dr. Haynes-Brown has received training in online teaching, quality assurance in blended learning, and mixed methods research. She has participated in workshops on research methodology, data analysis, and app development, further strengthening her expertise in education and technology. 🎓📚💻📊
Distinctions, Honours, and Awards
Dr. Tashane Haynes-Brown is a distinguished educator with numerous accolades, including The University of the West Indies (UWI) Distinguished Teaching Award in 2018 and 2022 🎓🏅. She earned distinction in her M.A. in Teacher Education and Teacher Development (2012) and First Class Honours in Bachelor of Secondary Spanish Education (2008) from UWI 🌟. Dr. Haynes-Brown was also a Visiting Scholar at The University of Michigan’s Mixed Methods Research and Scholarship Programme (2017) 📚. Additional honors include several awards from Shortwood Teachers’ College, such as the Venezuelan Spanish Award for Teaching Practice (2003) 🏆.
Experience
Dr. Tashane Haynes-Brown is a dedicated educator with extensive experience in teaching and program coordination at The University of the West Indies (UWI). She holds a Bachelor’s in Education, Postgraduate Diploma in Education, and a Master’s in Education, alongside pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration. Since 2013, she has lectured on various courses, including Introduction to Teaching, School Management, and Research Methods. As a program coordinator, she oversees undergraduate and postgraduate programs in education, modern language teaching, and STEM workshops. Dr. Haynes-Brown is actively involved in academic committees, ensuring quality assurance and practicum coordination. 📚👩🏫🔬
Teaching and Mentorship
Dr. Tashane Haynes-Brown is a dedicated educator with an extensive teaching portfolio, coordinating and lecturing in undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. 🎓 She is deeply committed to academic development, leading educational programs and mentoring students in research methods. 📚 Her leadership in coordinating various programs showcases her passion for advancing educational practices and fostering a supportive learning environment. 🌱 Dr. Haynes-Brown’s contributions are not just limited to teaching but also in shaping future scholars, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their academic and professional journeys. 🌟 Her dedication continues to inspire both students and colleagues alike.
Research Projects and Collaborations
Dr. Tashane Haynes-Brown is a renowned scholar known for her innovative contributions to educational research methodologies. Her cross-campus research projects and international collaborations with experts in mixed methods research showcase her global influence in the field. Dr. Haynes-Brown’s work focuses on integrating video evidence in research, a cutting-edge approach that enhances data analysis and teaching strategies. Additionally, her examination of the impact of beliefs on teachers‘ technology use highlights her commitment to understanding and improving educational practices. Her work continues to shape the future of education, blending research and technology to advance teaching methodologies. 🌍📚💡🎥👩🏫
Research Focus
Dr. Tashane Haynes-Brown’s research primarily focuses on mixed methods research, with a special interest in how beliefs shape teachers‘ practices, particularly in the context of technology use and online teaching. Her studies explore the integration of theoretical models in mixed methods research, the role of video evidence, and the use of joint displays for data analysis. Additionally, Dr. Haynes-Brown investigates challenges and changes in education, including transitions to online teaching, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic in Latin America and the Caribbean. Her work emphasizes engagement, integrity, and authenticity in digital assessment and effective teacher training. 📚📊💻👩🏫
Publication Top Notes
Using joint display as an analytic process: an illustration using bar graphs joint displays from a mixed methods study of how beliefs shape secondary school teachers’ use of …
Latin American and Caribbean Teachers’ transition to online teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic: challenges, changes and lessons learned
A Methodological Review of Mixed Methods Research Studies from Selected Journals in the Caribbean.
Using theoretical models in mixed methods research: An example from an explanatory sequential mixed methods study exploring teachers’ beliefs and use of technology
Integrating video evidence in mixed methods research: Innovations, benefits, and challenges for research exploring how beliefs shape actions
La transición a la enseñanza en línea llevada a cabo por los docentes de América Latina y el Caribe durante la pandemia de COVID-19: desafíos, cambios y lecciones aprendidas