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Daniel G. Krutka is an Associate Professor of Social Studies Education in the Department of Teacher Education and Administration at the University of North Texas. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Oklahoma and is a recognized scholar in the fields of educational technology and social studies education. His work bridges theory and practice, with a focus on democratic education in digital contexts.
Dr. Krutka's research explores the intersections of technology, education, and democracy. His scholarship contributes to critical conversations in social studies education, digital citizenship, and teacher development. He is particularly interested in how digital tools shape civic engagement and pedagogical practices in K–12 and higher education settings.
His published works span top-tier journals such as Harvard Educational Review, Computers & Education, Theory & Research in Social Education, and Teaching & Teacher Education. He co-edited the influential volume Keywords in the Social Studies: Concepts and Conversations, contributing to critical discourse in the field.
Dr. Krutka has earned several prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to educational research and leadership:
- 2016 Early Career Award – AERA Technology as an Agent of Change in Teaching and Learning SIG
- 2017 Outstanding Research Paper Award – ISTE
- 2021 McJulien Scholar Award – AECT International Convention
- 2023 NTLI Fellowship Award – NCSS College and University Faculty Assembly (CUFA)
He has held leadership roles in major academic organizations, including serving as past chair of the Social Studies Research SIG of AERA and as a past board member of the CUFA of NCSS. Dr. Krutka is also the founder of the Civics of Technology project (CivicsOfTechnology.org) and host of the Visions of Education podcast (VisionsOfEd.com), platforms that extend scholarly dialogue to broader educational communities.
