Amy Updegraff

Amy Updegraff is an Assistant Professor of Education at Upper Iowa University, affiliated with the Andres Department of Education. She actively contributes to teacher preparation programs and focuses on integrating technology into classroom practices.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Education with endorsements in reading and early childhood from Luther College
• Master's degree in Instructional Technology from Iowa State University (2015)
• Pursuing PhD in Educational Technology at Iowa State University

Research Interests:

• Educational technology integration in K-12 settings
• Instructional design and pedagogical innovation
• Social justice frameworks in teacher education
• Literacy coaching methodologies

Her career spans teaching PreK-5th grades in central Iowa, instructional technology specialization, and leadership in foundational education courses at the Des Moines campus. Certifications include Instructional Design, Literacy Coaching, and Social Justice from Iowa State University.