Aaliyah Baker

Aaliyah Baker, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Administration at the University of Dayton's School of Education and Health Sciences. She specializes in critical race theory, multicultural education, and antiracist pedagogy. Her work emphasizes ethical research practices and social justice in educational leadership.

Education:

• Ph.D., Curriculum and Instruction (Multicultural Education), University of Wisconsin (2013)
• M.S., Curriculum and Instruction (Urban Teaching), University of Wisconsin (2007)
• B.A., Elementary Education, Marquette University (2003)

Research Interests: Dr. Baker explores critical race theory, antiracist education, and the intersection of social contexts with learning. She focuses on cultivating culturally responsive teaching practices and advancing equity in educational systems.

Awards:

• Early Career Award Nominee (2021-2022)
• Community Engaged Scholar Award (2019-2020)
• NAME Education Ambassador to Cuba (2018)

Teaching: Courses include leadership in educational organizations, communication/community engagement, and qualitative research methods. Her scholarship bridges theory and practice, advocating for transformative learning spaces.