Daphne Wiles

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Phone: 864-656-9876
Email: daphnew@clemson.edu
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Educational Background

Ph.D. Purdue University (Educational Psychology: Gifted Education, Engineering Education)

M.Ed. NC State University (Curriculum and Instruction)

M.S. Troy University (Human Resource Management)

B.S. Florida State University (Elementary Education)

Profile

I’m Dr. Daphne Wiles, Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning. I primarily teach in the Online M.Ed. and Teacher Residency programs, where I work closely with both current and future K-12 educators.

My current research focuses on teacher motivation for online teaching and how schools can support best teaching practices in an online environment. Additional research interests include goal theory and the role of neuroscience in K–12 education. I’m passionate about helping teachers to create meaningful, engaging learning environments—both in person and online.

During my doctoral studies at Purdue University, I worked with the Institute for P-12 Engineering Research and Learning (INSPIRE), where I partnered with K–12 teachers to integrate engineering design into their curriculum. That experience deepened my commitment to hands-on, authentic learning that connects theory to practice.

As an educator, I strive to foster a motivating classroom environment where students feel empowered, engaged, and a sense of belonging. I strive to nurture a growth mindset in my students and I aim to create a warm, supportive, and engaging learning environment that honors each student’s unique journey and prepares them for success both inside and outside the classroom.

Courses Taught

Clemson University:
EDEL 4010: Elementary Field Experience
ED 8380: Integrating Project-Based Learning with Science and Engineering Practices
EDHD 8310: Fostering Transdisciplinary Teaching
EDHD 8310: Developing a STEAM Community
ED 8380: Understanding and Integrating Science and Engineering
EDHD 8310: Supporting Assessment in STEAM Classrooms
ED 8600: Classroom Based Research I
ED 8990: Classroom Based Research II
ED 8700: STEAM Instructional Design
ED 8710: STEAM Transdisciplinary Teaching
ED 8730: STEAM Assessment
ED 8720: STEAM Enacted and Evaluated
EDEL 4510: Elementary Science Methods
ED 8650: Curriculum Theory
ED 8400: Classroom Learning Environments
EDLT 8280: Critical Issues in Instruction
ED 8760: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Through a Mentor Perspective
ED 8820: Differentiation in Instruction and Student Work Analysis
ED 3990: Departmental Honors Research Seminar
ED 4990: Educational Honors Capstone Project and Dissemination

Anderson University:
EDLL 735: Leadership for Curriculum Development

Purdue University:
EDPS 695: Practicum in Gifted Education
EDPS 590: Discover Capstone Course
EDPS 430: Creating and Managing Learning Environments

Western Governors University:
MZC1: Foundations of Educational Psychology
FHT4: Human Development and Learning
SRA1: Research Writing
STA1: Educational Theory and Analysis: Educational Thought Seminar
SSA1: Synthesis of Educational Research
SCA1: Theoretical Reasoning and Problem Solving
SDA1: Synthesis of Educational Theory

Research Interests

Teacher motivation for online teaching and learning
Neuropedagogy in K-12 education
Intentional goal-setting and its influence on student motivation and achievement