Research Spotlight: Kenneth A. Shores and Anamarie A. Whitaker
October 21, 2026
By the time a child reaches the age of 4 or 5, most parents and caregivers have heard about “kindergarten readiness.” But what if a 5-year-old still struggles to count to 10, sing the alphabet song or play cooperatively with other children? In cases like this, parents may choose to …
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A National Voice on Institutional Quality and Integrity
October 9, 2026
Dominique J. Baker, associate professor in the College of Education and Human Development’s (CEHD) School of Education and the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration, has been appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity by Hakeem Jeffries, minority leader of the U.S. …
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Teaching Multilingual Learners
October 7, 2026
During a reading lesson, Mateo, an elementary multilingual learner (MLL) in a Delaware public school, read “sit” as “seat.” Jon Kittle, his reading interventionist, walked him through the short vowel sound, but Mateo made the same “mistake” and grew frustrated. Every day, Delaware educators teach MLLs, or students whose home …
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Research Spotlight: Erica Litke
September 29, 2026
Here’s a tricky word problem: Schools introduce algebra earlier. More students get access to the course. Educators devote years to addressing timing and equity barriers. And yet, only 22% of 12th graders nationwide score at or above proficiency in mathematics. Solve for x: What’s missing? University of Delaware Associate Professor …
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Research Spotlight: Mellissa S. Gordon
August 19, 2026
Growing up as the oldest sibling to a younger brother and sister shaped the way that University of Delaware Associate Professor Mellissa S. Gordon learned to communicate and cope with challenges. As a single parent, her mother often looked to Gordon to set an example and, over time, she found …
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CEHD In The News 2025-2026
July 29, 2026
Read the latest on CEHD faculty, staff and programs featured in news publications. July 2026 Teachers of Tomorrow Program Sussex Academy junior Medrano selected for UD future educator program, Cape Gazette, July 16 Sussex Academy junior selected for educator program, Hoy en Delaware, July 14 Dominique J. Baker More …
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Research Spotlight: Stephanie Smith Budhai
July 22, 2026
Inspired by her middle school social studies teacher, University of Delaware Associate Professor Stephanie Smith Budhai has always believed that a classroom should be a space where students feel valued and nurtured. As a seasoned educator herself, she has helped teachers create these spaces using technology to help students meet …
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Research Spotlight: Jin Yao Kwan
June 18, 2026
As a child and adolescent development researcher with a social work background, University of Delaware Assistant Professor Jin Yao Kwan understands how true the familiar proverb “it takes a village to raise a child” is for parents. With Father’s Day around the corner, Kwan shares findings from his research and …
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Research Spotlight: Ruth E. Fleury-Steiner
May 27, 2026
Though the immediate disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic have passed, the six-year anniversary of the event’s onset allows medical professionals, community support organizations and researchers to analyze the pandemic’s challenges and better prepare for the future. University of Delaware Associate Professor Ruth E. Fleury-Steiner has taken up this charge in …
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Research Spotlight: Jingwen Zhou and Stephanie Del Tufo
April 29, 2026
Mental illness is among one of the most common health conditions in the U.S., with over one in five adults living with a mental illness. Many of these individuals are parents — more than one in 14 children are in the care of an adult living with a mental illness. …
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Research Spotlight: Lauren P. Bailes
March 19, 2026
During Women’s History Month, University of Delaware Associate Professor Lauren P. Bailes is taking a closer look at why males continue to outnumber females in school leadership roles, despite equivalent years of experience. “To our knowledge, this is the first study that examines assistant principals’ applications when they are still …
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Research Spotlight: James Bridgeforth
February 26, 2026
During divided political times, a participatory democracy — where everyday citizens influence the policies that affect their communities — seems like a challenging endeavor. But University of Delaware Assistant Professor James Bridgeforth reminds us that this model can exist at the K-12 school board level. And it holds a lot …
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