Michigan State University Associate Professor Leapetswe “Leps” Malete became president-elect of the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA) in September 2024. He will serve as president-elect for one year and then as president in the 2025-2026 academic year. He will be a past president beginning in fall 2026. “I… Read More »
In 2020, the world changed, and education along with it, in reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers have examined how the pandemic — and this so-called post-pandemic era — generally impacted schooling and education. MSU researchers say that these previous findings often paint a bleak picture, focusing on “damage-centered approaches” to what was lost in… Read More »
Michigan State University scholar Kui Xie was named a Fellow of the American Psychological Association. The designation recognizes Xie for his contributions to the field of psychology. He is one of three scholars named to APA’s Division 15: Educational Psychology in 2024. Xie, a Red Cedar Distinguished Professor and chair of the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Special Education,… Read More »
Professor Gail Richmond and scholars from the Michigan State University College of Education developed an innovative approach to urban elementary science education by integrating outdoor learning into the curriculum. “The idea is to bring educators together and help them think about how they might leverage the outdoor spaces around their buildings and neighborhoods to help… Read More »
A new book co-edited by University Distinguished Professor Joseph Krajcik presents cutting-edge advancements in science education through a collection of research from scholars worldwide. Published in July 2024 by Routledge, “Handbook of Research on Science Learning Progressions” is the culmination of nearly 25 years of global research into learning progressions and developmental approaches in science… Read More »
Tracey Covassin, a professor in the Michigan State University Department of Kinesiology, was inducted to the Michigan Athletic Trainers’ Society (MATS) Hall of Fame. The prestigious award recognizes athletic trainers who have made significant contributions to the field through research, practice and service in Michigan. “I’m very grateful that people have recognized the work I have done… Read More »
Two Michigan State University Spartans were named to a national committee that will advance the national conversation of data and computing within K-12 schools. Aman Yadav, Lappan-Phillips Professor of Computing Science Education, and alum Joshua M. Rosenberg were formally named to the committee in March 2024. They are two of sixteen members on the National… Read More »
In June 2024, the National Academy of Education and Spencer Research Foundation recognized two alums and one doctoral student from Michigan State University College of Education for their innovative education research to “address critical issues in the history, theory, or practice of formal or informal education, at the national and international levels.” Caroline Bartlett Caroline… Read More »
Sheila Orr, a three-time Spartan and recent graduate of the Curriculum, Instruction and Teacher Education (CITE) Ph.D. program, is a recipient of the National Science Foundation (NSF) Individual STEM Education Postdoctoral Fellowship. The $330,021 grant will fund Orr’s research exploring how mentor teachers and the families of PK-12 students can support future secondary mathematics teachers… Read More »
Four graduate students received the inaugural College of Education Distinguished Graduate Student Awards in Justice and Equity Pedagogy. “As a committee, we know that graduate students do so, so much in our college,” said Assistant Professor Scott Farver, co-creator and award facilitator. “We have all had the privilege of working with so many amazing students… Read More »
