معرفی
Sam Intrator is the Elizabeth A. Woodson 1922 Professor of Education and Child Study at Smith College. He co-founded the Education Initiative and Mindich Educational Fellowship, focusing on innovative programs that engage youth through cross-age teaching and out-of-school learning. His research bridges educational theory and practice, emphasizing teacher well-being, youth development, and the role of poetry in sustaining educators.
Education: Ph.D., M.A. (Stanford University); M.A. (Middlebury College); B.A. (SUNY Binghamton).
Key Research Interests:
- Out-of-school program design
- Youth participatory action research
- Emotional dimensions of teaching
- Poetry's role in teacher resilience
Recent Work Trends: Recent articles address financial barriers in higher education, youth transitions post-high school, and ethical alignment in teaching practices. His 2022 paper critiques systemic affordability challenges, while 2021 work explores youth-driven solutions to educational transitions.
Awards:
- Nautilus Book Award Gold Medal (2007)
- Grawemeyer Award Finalist (2003)
- White House Presidential Distinguished Teacher Award
Grants & Labs: His work has been supported by Kellogg and Ella Baker fellowships. He leads initiatives integrating poetry into teacher training and cross-age mentorship programs.
