Dr. Rebecca Teasdale, Evaluation and Museum Learning Specialist at Innovative Learning Center
Program Evaluation • Museum Learning • Public Engagement

Dr. Rebecca Teasdale

Evaluation and Museum Learning Specialist

Dr. Rebecca Teasdale is an evaluation leader specializing in museum learning, creative design, and place-based public arts. Her work examines how hands-on design, storytelling, and exhibitions support identity, collaboration, and meaningful learning, especially for youth.

Ph.D. in Educational Psychology with a specialization in evaluation methodology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Graduate Certificate in Program Evaluation from the University of Minnesota

Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Illinois Chicago

Experience & Expertise

Dr. Teasdale has led and contributed to national evaluations of science museums, libraries, community programs, and public engagement initiatives. Her work explores how informal learning environments, exhibitions, storytelling, and creative experiences support identity, collaboration, curiosity, and learning.

She applies mixed-methods research and people-centered evaluation approaches to help organizations assess program effectiveness, understand participant experiences, and use evidence to strengthen educational and cultural initiatives.

As Principal of Rebecca Teasdale & Associates, Dr. Teasdale has provided evaluation and research consulting for museums, libraries, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and public agencies. She translates complex findings into practical recommendations that support learning, organizational improvement, and community impact.