Education | literacy | Life

Award-Winning Professor.

First-Generation Student,
turned Teacher, turned Professor.

Inspiring one student and lesson
at a time. 

Dr. Kamshia Childs, Assistant Professor (Literacy; Curriculum & Instruction), Teacher Educator, Curriculum Developer, Speaker, and Author

A Professor that has not lost the "Heart of a Teacher"

Directly from the heart of a teacher. My passion for students, teachers, and parents empowers me to be transparent, honest, and relevant.

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Dr. Childs' Latest Research

Dr. Childs’ research has always been rooted in practices that promote engagement and equity in education, literacy, and life. You can find her presenting at conferences, on social media uplifting and informing educators, and sharing her journey as a tenure track professor.  Find Dr. Childs’ scholarly work on her Google Scholar Profile.

What is EdWhys?

Education Synergy for Teaching and Learning

EdWhys is a division of Whysideas, and seeks to touch society by impacting classrooms and communities.

From visiting schools and organizations to give presentations, to an emerging Podcast on the horizon, EdWhys has been Dr. Childs’ term and brand of ideas for all things innovative, engaging, as well as culturally relevant and significant. EdWhys seeks to look at education beyond school walls, and beyond standardized assessments. EdWhys questions “why” and seeks knowledge in all things education, literacy, and life.

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Dr.childs' WOrk and Collaborative Efforts

Featured Work

Dr. Childs has been featured on univerisity news outlets, and on a few podcasts and social media talks. She is heavily involved with state and national literacy organizations, and her work continues to span across the globe (even as far as Indonesia).

REACH Research/State of Texas Student Success Program Inventory

Dr. Childs worked with a dynamic A&M Commerce and TEPI Team to conduct research on behalf of TheCB.

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A&M Commerce Professor Appointed to the Kids Read Now Board

A&M-Commerce faculty  Dr. Kamshia Childs is a recent appointee to the Kids Read Now (KRN) board of directors. 

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National Writing Project of North East Texas 

Dr. Childs is a founding member and on the Board of Directors for the A&M Commerce’s fairly recently formed National Writing Project site.

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Teachers and K-12

Dr. Childs is an advocate for public school teachers and professionals in the K-12 setting. Look for her resources and guidance here.

Higher Education Professionals

If your research interests align, Dr. Childs would love to collaborate on manuscripts, and chat with you to find solutions to better serve pre-service teachers. Find all things higher education related here.

Parents

Parents– Not sure how to help your child with reading or writing. Not to worry, Dr. Childs wants to help you!

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