Chanele Robinson-Rucker

Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Human Development and Family Science

Director, Early Learning Matters (ELM) Academy
Professional Development Chair, Center for Early Learning (CEL)

Areas of Expertise

Early Childhood Education and Development
Early Childhood Curriculum Development
Professional Development and Training
School readiness

HHS Signature Research Area(s)

Developmental Health and Wellness

Department of Human Development and Family Science Research Area(s)

Early Childhood Education and Care

Biography

Dr. Chanele D. Robinson-Rucker is an early childhood education and development specialist with over 17 years of training and experience managing curriculum development, training and implementation, professional development, and research initiatives. She teaches undergraduate courses in the early childhood education and exceptional needs licensure program. She leads curriculum development, dissemination, training, and implementation support of the Early Learning Matters (ELM) Curriculum for early learning programs worldwide. She also serves as Professional Development Chair at the Center for Early Learning, contributing to initiatives for early learning professionals and state and federal projects focused on inclusive education practices and kindergarten transitions.

Education

PhD, 2013, Human Development and Family Studies, Purdue University
MS, 2009, Child Development and Family Studies, Purdue University
BA, 2007, Psychology, Clark Atlanta University

Current Courses

HDFS 420 - Developmental Foundations of Infant and Toddler Curriculum

Professional Affiliations

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Zero to Three
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Division for Early Childhood (DEC)
National Head Start Association (NHSA)