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Paula Hooper is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the School of Education and Social Policy (SESP) at Northwestern University, specializing in the Master of Science in Education program and Learning Sciences. She holds a PhD in Epistemology and Learning from the MIT Media Lab (1998) and has a background in Early Childhood Education (M.Ed., Kent State, 1984) and Liberal Arts (B.A., Hampshire College, 1983). Her postdoctoral work included a fellowship at TERC (2005).
- Education:
- PhD: Epistemology and Learning, MIT Media Lab, 1998
- M.Ed.: Early Childhood Education, Kent State, 1984
- B.A.: Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts, Hampshire College, 1983
- AERA/IES Postdoctoral Fellowship, TERC, 2005
Dr. Hooper’s research focuses on how children develop computational thinking through a sociocultural lens and how educators can design inclusive, digital tool-based learning environments. She emphasizes hands-on, making-oriented pedagogies to engage diverse learners. Her work bridges learning sciences, educational technology, and teacher training.
- Awards:
- AERA/IES Postdoctoral Fellowship, TERC (2005)
She contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives in SESP, particularly in the Technology, People, and Policy academic area. While no specific grants or lab affiliations are detailed, her role involves advancing pedagogical practices in education technology through research and teaching.
