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Mara Simon is an Associate Professor of Physical Education and Health Education at Springfield College’s School of Physical Education, Performance and Sport Leadership. She holds a Doctor of Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and specializes in critical pedagogies, racial inequity, and qualitative research methods.
- Doctor of Education, Teachers College Columbia University (2018)
- Master of Education, Teachers College Columbia University (2015)
- Master of Science, Ithaca College (2007)
- Bachelor of Arts, Hamilton College (2005)
Her research focuses on Critical Race Theory, culturally relevant pedagogy, and transformative learning in physical education. She examines systemic racism and the experiences of teachers and students of color in predominantly white institutions, advocating for equity and inclusion.
Mara Simon’s recent work emphasizes intersectionality and visual methods to analyze racial dynamics in physical education. Her studies address gendered experiences of marginalized girls, ableism in higher education, and the emotional labor associated with whiteness in teacher education.
Simon teaches courses such as PHED 658: Sport in Society, PHED 236/237: Elementary Methods and Pre-Practice in Physical Education, and RSCH 625: Independent Study Proposal Design, integrating critical pedagogies to foster awareness of social inequities.
