Tanya M. Tarbutton

Dr. Tanya Tarbutton works at Concordia University Irvine where she serves as the Senior Director of Master of Arts in Education Degree Programs, Educational Administration Practicum Coordinator and Associate Professor of Education. Prior to this Dr. Tarbutton enjoyed her role as Director of MAED, Educational Administration emphasis. She has worked as a supervisor and instructor at several higher education institutions in Southern California, mentoring and supporting new administrators and teachers. Her work expands to include participating on Academic Advisory Boards focused on transformational change, presenting at international conferences and being invited to present at UNESCO’s Commission on the Status of Women Conference. Before switching to higher education, Dr. Tarbutton worked as a site based school administrator, resource teacher and general education teacher. She brings a unique perspective grounded in more than 25 years of career experience.

Publications

Adjunct Faculty in Online Higher Education: Best Practices for Teaching Adult Learners
Adjunct Faculty in Online Higher Education: Best Practices for Teaching Adult Learners
Tanya McGlashing Tarbutton, Lori Beth Doyle. © 2024. 389 pages.
Adjunct Faculty in Online Higher Education: Best Practices for Teaching Adult Learners is an essential handbook that delves into the pivotal role of adjunct faculty instructors...
Virtual Ancillary Faculty: A Model of Support to Avoid Burnout and Foster Self-Efficacy
Virtual Ancillary Faculty: A Model of Support to Avoid Burnout and Foster Self-Efficacy
Lori B. Doyle, Tanya M. Tarbutton. © 2023. 22 pages.
Virtual ancillary faculty are instrumental in delivering online instruction and fostering student success across higher education institutions. Program directors should create...