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Roberta Michnick Golinkoff is the Unidel H. Rodney Sharp Chair and Professor in the School of Education at the University of Delaware, with joint appointments in Psychological and Brain Sciences and Linguistics and Cognitive Science. She directs the Child’s Play, Learning & Development Lab, focusing on language acquisition, play’s cognitive benefits, and spatial skills in preschoolers. Her work bridges research with public advocacy through initiatives like the Ultimate Block Party and Playful Learning Landscapes, transforming urban spaces into learning environments.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, Cornell University, 1973
- B.A. in Psychology, Brooklyn College, 1968
Research Interests: Her interdisciplinary work emphasizes the role of play in learning, early language development, and spatial cognition. She advocates for evidence-based educational practices, particularly in under-resourced communities, and develops tools like the QUILS language screener to identify at-risk children.
Awards & Recognition:
- John Simon Guggenheim Fellowship
- AERA Fellow (2019)
- Outstanding Public Communication of Education Research Award (2018)
- Urie Bronfenbrenner Award (Lifetime Contribution)
Grants & Collaborations: Funded by NSF, NIH, LEGO Foundation, and others. Notable projects include cross-cultural studies on play perceptions and the Learning Sciences Exchange (LSX), fostering collaboration between scientists and policymakers.
Labs & Initiatives: The Child’s Play Lab explores developmental mechanisms, while Playful Learning Landscapes integrates urban design with learning science to create accessible educational spaces.
