Rebecca A. Huggins, M.A.T., M.Ed., is a secondary literacy leader, instructional designer, and professional development facilitator with more than 15 years of experience in classroom teaching, curriculum leadership, and educator coaching. She currently serves as an Instructional Systems Specialist for Grades 6–12 Literacy at the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), where she collaborates with teachers and leaders to strengthen instructional practice and advance district-wide improvement initiatives. Previously, she led literacy transformation efforts as a district-level coordinator in North Carolina, designing coherent curricula, supporting teachers, and implementing large-scale professional learning programs. Teaching for Cognitive Engagement reflects her commitment to bridging research and practice to design instruction aligned with how the brain learns best.