Chelsea Martinez

Chelsea Martinez is the Director of Instructional Excellence at the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s School of Human Ecology. She holds a PhD and MS in Educational Psychology (Learning Sciences) from UW–Madison and a BS in Human Development from the University of California, Davis. With over 11 years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and student learning assessment, her work emphasizes the science of teaching and learning. Previously, she served as a faculty member and leader at a community college, teaching psychology and education courses and holding roles such as president of the faculty collective bargaining unit. She has also been a volunteer peer reviewer for the Higher Learning Commission since 2017.

Education:

• PhD, Educational Psychology (Learning Sciences), University of Wisconsin–Madison
• MS, Educational Psychology (Learning Sciences), University of Wisconsin–Madison
• BS, Human Development, University of California, Davis

Research Interests: Focuses on enhancing teaching practices, curriculum innovation, and evidence-based approaches to student learning assessment. Her interdisciplinary background bridges educational psychology, human ecology, and institutional leadership in higher education.

Professional Contributions: Leads initiatives to foster instructional excellence across the School of Human Ecology, leveraging her expertise in educational theory and practice. Engages in institutional accreditation reviews through her work with the Higher Learning Commission.