Teacher Learning, Research & Practice

 

Teacher Learning, Research & Practice programs enrich understanding of the histories and foundations of knowledge, inquiry, learning, and pedagogy in teaching and research across multiple subject areas. This program emphasis is grounded in a commitment to the practice, study, and transformation of teacher education in ways that forward and honor humanizing thinking and action. 

The Master’s programs are designed to support teachers interested in developing greater understanding and expertise in teaching and learning in their subject areas. You will explore theories informing teaching and learning, the complexities of classroom contexts, and equitable, student-centered practices of teaching. The PhD emphasis is for those interested in becoming teacher educators who conduct research and support the practice of teaching and teacher education.  

What can you do if you study Teacher Learning, Research & Practice?

Our graduates work for, as, and with teachers and educators. They explore theories informing teaching and learning, the complexities of classroom contexts, and equitable, student-centered practices of teaching. With an emphasis in Teacher Learning, Research & Practice, you will be prepared for a career in research and teaching in university settings, educational leadership and services to schools, or research and development in private or non-profit organizations.

Meet Our Faculty

Melissa Braaten

Associate Professor and Program ChairAssociate Dean for Undergraduate and Teacher Education
Teacher Learning, Research & PracticeSTEM Education

Sara Staley

Assistant ProfessorCo-Founder and Co-Director
Teacher Learning, Research & PracticeHumanities EducationA Queer Endeavor

Elizabeth Tetu

Assistant Teaching Professor

Program Chair

Jamy Stillman

Associate ProfessorChair of TLRP
Equity, Bilingualism & BiliteracyTeacher Learning, Research & Practice

Interested in our graduate programs?

Graduate students

We offer Colorado’s top-ranked graduate education in multiple program areas and would love to to provide you with relevant information about our programs. We look forward to learning about your graduate studies journey!

Fall 2023 Information Sessions

   School of Education Graduate Studies Preview Day (in-person)

Please join the School of Education for our Graduate Studies Preview Day on Saturday, Nov. 9. This program will be hosted in person and is open for all prospective Master's and PhD students. The program will include an overview of the application process and education program areas, breakout sessions with faculty by program area of interest, and a current graduate student panel for Q&A. Registration is required.