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Christopher B. Crowley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teacher Education at Wayne State University's College of Education. His research focuses on curriculum studies, teacher education, and the political economy of educational reform, with a critical emphasis on race, neoliberalism, and equity. He is actively involved in research and leadership within professional organizations such as the American Educational Research Association (AERA).
- Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- M.S.Ed. in Reading/Writing/Literacy, University of Pennsylvania
- B.A. in English/Writing and Sociology, St. Lawrence University
Dr. Crowley’s research critically examines the privatization of teacher education and the ideological underpinnings of curriculum. His work engages with critical race theory, neoliberalism, and the role of whiteness in shaping educational policy and practice. He has published extensively on topics such as migrant education in China, archival pedagogy, and the politics of alternative certification programs.
His recent publications reveal a strong focus on racial justice, curriculum theory, and global education reform. Themes include the intersection of property rights and whiteness, the impact of neoliberalism on teaching, and the discursive politics of policy in China. His research often employs critical qualitative methodologies and interdisciplinary perspectives from sociology, policy studies, and critical theory.
Dr. Crowley has received notable scientific awards, including:
- Wayne State University College of Education Faculty Scholarship Award (2022)
- Wayne State University College of Education Faculty Teaching Award (2016)
He has secured significant external and internal grants, including funding from the National Archives, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His grant work centers on archival pedagogy and youth civic engagement. He advises on collaborative research projects and mentors junior scholars through co-investigator roles. Dr. Crowley teaches graduate courses such as TED7000 and TED8350, focusing on curriculum and inquiry. He is also involved in initiatives that connect K–12 educators with archival resources to enhance student learning.
Dr. Crowley is a co-Principal Investigator on multiple interdisciplinary research teams, including projects like “Bridging the Gap: Archives in the Classroom and Community” and “Shifting Urban Narratives.” These teams include scholars from history, library science, and public policy, working to integrate archival resources into civic education and community engagement.
