New research from the Michigan State University College of Education shows how social media provides connection and community for college students, particularly those with disabilities. Published in the Journal of Contemporary Issues in Education, the study examines the nature of students’ social media use and its relationship to social capital and psychological well-being. Led by… Read More »
There is a long-documented problem of inequalities in mathematics education across the United States and in other countries around the world. Previous research suggests socio-economic status (SES) and race play a role — but to what extent and how? Research from Michigan State University scholars answers these questions. “This study yielded astoundingly interesting results,” said… Read More »
A book co-authored by Michigan State University College of Education faculty and alums has received the Gloria J. Ladson-Billings Outstanding Book Award from the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE). Each year, the award recognizes books that advance knowledge in educator preparation and teaching, with a focus on equity and cultural relevance. Published… Read More »
Michigan State University continues to be a leader offering some of the nation’s most highly regarded online education master’s degree programs. According to U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings, MSU holds the #7 overall spot, with four specialty programs placing in the top ten. Among specialties within education, the MSU College of Education ranked:… Read More »
Four scholars from the Michigan State University College of Education were recognized among the top 200 nationwide influencers in education. Now in its 15th year, the annual Rick Hess Edu-Scholar Public Influence Rankings (Education Week) spotlight scholars from across the U.S. who have made significant contributions to education research, policy and practice. The following Spartans… Read More »
Michigan State University alums Brianna Bui, B.S. ’22 (Biological Science) and Josh Pullen (TGCT, B.S. ’23) have been named Knowles Teaching Fellows, joining a national cohort of early-career high school math and science educators. The fellowship, awarded to a few dozen annually, offers extensive support through mentorship, professional development and financial grants. Brianna Bui Bui’s… Read More »
Two Spartans from the College of Education received Outstanding Supervisor Awards from the MSU WorkLife Office this fall. Congratulations to Professor Marilyn Amey and M.A. in Educational Technology and M.A. in Learning Experience Design Director Liz Owens Boltz! This year marks the third time in three years that at least one supervisor from the College… Read More »
Lee Shulman a professor emeritus of educational psychology and medical education, died on December 30, 2024. He was 86 years old. Shulman was with the college from 1963 until 1982. His trailblazing career began at MSU. One of his many achievements while at MSU was co-founding the Institute for Research on Teaching (IRT) in 1976… Read More »
One in five U.S. adults — or about 23% of the U.S. adult population — live with mental illness, according to the National Institutes of Health. A new Michigan State University master’s program will educate and create future professionals who can support mental health needs, beginning in Fall 2025. The M.A. in Clinical Mental Health… Read More »
MSU Professor Lynn Paine co-edited “The World Yearbook of Education 2025,” published by Routledge. The volume, “The Teaching Profession in a Globalizing World: Governance, Career, Learning,” focuses on the teacher policies and governance of the teaching perspective within contemporary contexts of societal changes and globalization. It is the first volume in the series dedicated to… Read More »
