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Professor Elizabeth West discusses her recent study looking into the lack of diversity in autism research and the need for more federal funding of research that is racially and ethnically diverse.

The work of John Bransford, professor emeritus, on the differences between expert and a novice teachers is cited.

The University of Washington’s Center for Educational Leadership designed a curriculum to help Central Louisiana educators understand what constitutes high-quality instruction along with the role they play in improving teacher practice.

University of Washington researchers are helping lead a national effort to bring more coherence to science education, and to draw attention to inequities in schools across the country.

Ismael Fajardo (MEd '12, PhD '15) discusses his interest in studying Latinxs in higher education and his work with the University of Washington's Brotherhood Initiative.

The University of Washington’s Center for Educational Leadership developed Aspiring Leaders, a three-year training that is designed to ultimately impact student achievement by preparing instructional leaders.

Ken Zeichner, Boeing professor of teacher education, comments on concerns of Washington public-school teachers and families about the secretary of the U.S. Department of Education.

Professor Megan Bang comments on a new article she co-authored that explores how, in their play, children from diverse communities reveal how they view the natural world.

Professor Sheila Valencia comments on results from the most recent National Assessment of Educational Progress.

Library Journal, names 'Encyclopedia of Diversity in Education' one of the "Best References of 2012." Edited by Dr. James A. Banks, "This landmark study serves both as a history of where we’ve been and a road map to where we need to be."