Biography
Academic Background
- Ph.D. Candidate, Education with an Emphasis in Literacy, Utah State University
- M.A., English Rhetoric and Composition, Brigham Young University (BYU)
- B.A., Linguistics with a Minor in Editing, Brigham Young University (BYU)
Professional Experience
With seven years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level, Samuel has served as an adjunct professor at both Brigham Young University and Utah Valley University. Specializing in English and writing, he is deeply committed to enhancing students' literacy and communication skills through innovative pedagogical approaches. His academic interests lie broadly in the realms of rhetoric and composition, with a particular focus on how literacy influences educational outcomes. As a doctoral candidate at Utah State University, he is actively engaged in research that seeks to improve literacy education methodologies.
Teaching Philosophy
Samuel believes in fostering a dynamic and interactive classroom environment that encourages students to challenge their own perspectives and refine their writing skills. He is dedicated to supporting students through tailored feedback and a focus on critical thinking.
Research Interests
My research work focuses on writing and literacy instruction in higher education, with particular interest in student motivation, feedback uptake, and teaching practices that support revision and learning.Teaching Interests
Composition and Writing Pedagogy, Writing Across the Curriculum, Literacy Studies, Creative Writing, and Writing AssessmentEducation
- Ph.D., Literacy Education and Leadership , Utah State University (2027)
- Master of Arts , English Rhetoric and Composition , Brigham Young University (2019)
- Bachelor of Arts, Linguistics , Brigham Young University (2017)
Licenses and Certifications
- CITI Training, Human Subjects Research (2023 - Present)
- American Heart Association, Heartsaver CPR AED (2019 - 2021)
Honors and Awards
- Influential Instructor Award, Brigham Young University (2022 - 2022)
- Exceptional Instructor Award, Utah Valley University (2020 - 2020)
- Rowe Excellence in Teaching Award, Brigham Young University (2019 - 2019)
Memberships
- American Educational Research Association (2026 - Present)
- Central Utah Writing Project (CUWP) (2026 - Present)
- Literacy Research Association (2026 - Present)
- Rhetoric Society of America (2026 - Present)
- Textbook and Academic Authors Association (2026 - Present)
- Modern Language Association (2024 - Present)
- National Council of Teachers of English (2024 - Present)
- Linguistic Society of America (2024 - 2026)
- Society for the Scientific Study of Reading (2024 - 2026)
Professional Citizenship
- Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Journal of Teacher Education (2026 - Present)
- Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Journal of Research on Educational Effectiveness (2026 - Present)
- Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Literacy Research and Instruction (2026 - Present)
- Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Reading Psychology (2026 - Present)
- Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Teaching and Teacher Education (2026 - Present)
- Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer, The Journal of Educational Research (2026 - Present)
- Reviewer, Ad Hoc Reviewer, The Journal of Literacy Research (2026 - Present)