Profiles in "Early Childhood Education" Expertise Area

  • Katie Bernstein's work examines the language and literacy learning of linguistically diverse students and the contexts that shape their learning: from peer interactions to teacher beliefs to state-level language policy.
  • Lana Haddy has an extensive background in early literacy, content literacy, and language arts instruction.
  • Irene's knowledge is centered on social policy and leadership related to children and families from her experience in government administration, management and policy practice.
  • Katherine Kicey, an Early Childhood educator, enhances early childhood education through relationship and play-based teaching in the Early Childhood Studies program.
  • Dr. Hernandez Ruiz studies music therapy interventions for autistic children and parent coaching.