Elana Joram

Elana Joram is a Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI), where she has served since 1995. Her academic career includes promotions from Assistant Professor (1995–1998) to Associate Professor (1998–2008), and ultimately to Professor (2008–2016). Her work focuses on educational psychology, mathematics education, and health literacy, with a particular emphasis on teacher development, measurement pedagogy, and interdisciplinary approaches to health and numeracy.

Her research explores topics such as preservice teacher efficacy, the application of educational research in classrooms, and strategies to improve health literacy through mathematics education. She has contributed to curriculum design initiatives, including integrating health concepts into math classrooms via the Iowa Core Curriculum. Her work also addresses societal issues like childhood obesity and health disparities through evidence-based educational interventions.

Joram has held professional development leaves and assignments, reflecting her commitment to advancing educational practices. While her roster entry ends in 2016, no indicators of retirement or departure are noted. Her publications span over three decades, demonstrating sustained contributions to educational research and pedagogy.