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Professor Elizabeth West comments on her new research finding that children from ethnically and culturally diverse families are not well represented in autism research.

Philip Bell, director of the UW College of Education's Institute for Science and Mathematics Education, comments on the importance of equity in STEM education.

Professor Ken Zeichner answers questions about this policy brief reviewing what is known about the quality of five of the most prominent independent teacher education programs in the United States.

Experts from the University of Washington College of Education shared insights on the importance of play and child development during EDU Talks: Play!

Professor Susan Nolen served on the National Task Force on Assessment Education, which recently released a a guidance document for states and districts developing their ESSA plans and applications.

A study of San Francisco schools by Professor Min Sun that looked at the impact of the Obama administration's signature effort to improve struggling schools is cited.

Professor Katie Headrick Taylor discusses her research exploring digital media and emerging technologies in the lives of children, youth and adults.

A new study co-led by University of Washington researchers suggests that the city's pilot program is helping more children get ready for kindergarten.

Jennie Warmouth (PhD '17) is helping students learn about animal welfare and how to connect with animals, one child and one lesson at a time.

More schools are using animals to teach students confidence, compassion, and other lessons they can’t get from textbooks. Brinda Jegatheesan, an associate professor at the University of Washington who specializes in the bond between animals and children, has studied cultures around the world where parents have used animals or animal stories for centuries to instill social morals in their kids.