Research Advancing Knowledge, Driving Innovation
Our faculty members pursue innovative educational research and projects. They explore the nature of learning that contributes to effective teaching, data-driven classroom interventions and curricula improvements, insightful analysis leading to informed policies, and evidence-based advancements in educator preparation.


Research
Cohen-Vogel co-edits ‘the largest book project’ in AERA’s 110-year history
In April 2025 ahead of its annual conference, the American Educational Research Association (AERA) announced the release of the second edition of the “Handbook of Education Policy Research,” edited by Lora Cohen-Vogel,…

Fast Facts
24 active NSF grants
led by our faculty
$25.01 Million
in research expenditures, 2024
Meet Some of Our Researchers

Matt Bernacki
Bernacki’s research agenda includes investigation of the roles that motivations and metacognitive processes play when learners use technologies, and the development of interventions and learning materials.

Dionne Cross Francis
Cross-Francis' research lies at the intersection of mathematics education, educational psychology and teacher education.

Marisa E. Marraccini
Marraccini’s research aims to promote child and adolescent mental health in the context of their daily lives – school settings, focused on supporting vulnerable populations.