In the News

Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Academic Affairs and Professor of Education Foundations, Leadership and Policy Ed Taylor published a piece for the Seattle Times titled MLK said it best: ‘Love is the greatest force in the universe’. In the piece, Ed celebrates the fierce love of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and honors his uncle Benedict and his sister Mary, two people who, as King did, chose love.

Dean Mia Tuan discusses the College's work to unleash the potential of all students, its partnerships with local schools and more.

Both local and broader humanitarian goals should be kept in mind when discussing the future of higher education writes Sylvia Bagley, director of UW's teacher leadership program.

The UW College's of Education math education program is noted for its role developing professional development labs that contributed to a remarkable turnaround in student achievement at Renton's Lakeridge Elementary.

Professors Susan Nolen and Sylvia Bagley comment on the benefits of providing timely feedback to students.

Professor Min Sun discusses her recent study of teachers hired across the country, which shows young teachers are more academically prepared but that a racial mismatch persists between them and their students.

Professor Ilene Schwartz says candidates for Washington's Superintendent of Public Instruction will be asked to describe their approaches to diversity and inclusion in the state's schools during a candidate forum (interview begins at 5:48).

Carrie Brennan, lecturer in early childhood and family studies, comments on toddler temper tantrums and child development.

Professor Holly Schindler discusses her research on helping fathers be more engaged, more confident parents by focusing on their strengths.

The College of Education and UW Math Education Project's work with Anacortes School District to improve math instruction is noted in an essay by Superintendent Mark Wenzel (EdD '07) on the importance of investing in quality training for teachers.