Diana Rodriguez has 20 year's experience in the career of teaching. Her master's degree is from Sul Ross State University. Her Doctor of Education focuses on Curriculum, Teaching, Learning and Leadership. This program has helped Dr. Rodriguez understand teaching and learning from a global perspective. Her research focuses on ways to improve teacher candidates transition into K-12 classrooms. Dr. Rodriguez has 10 years of experience preparing perspective teachers for the classroom. She is certified in EC-4 Core Subjects, 4-8 Core Subjects, and 7-12 English Language Arts. She has taught 4th grade ELAR and Science, 6th grade ELAR and Social Studies, 7th and 8th grade Science, 7-12th ELAR in various school districts. Currently, she is a student at the University of Texas at Austin in the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Program. She is currently serving on the Global Anthology (Blackboard Learn} Faculty Advisory Board. Diana loves working with individuals who want to become lifelong learners.