Terri S. Wilson

Terri S. Wilson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Foundations, Policy & Practice at the University of Colorado Boulder's School of Education, where she also serves as Faculty Director of the MA in Higher Education (MAHE) program. She holds a PhD from Teachers College, Columbia University, and was a National Academy of Education/Spencer Postdoctoral Scholar (2012-2014). Prior roles include teaching at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and community engagement work in Minnesota.

Her research intersects philosophy of education with policy, focusing on the balance between individual choice and public goods like equity and democratic participation. Key areas include school choice justice, diverse charter schools, and the opt-out movement against standardized testing. She explores how policy shapes educational equity and how philosophical frameworks address ethical dilemmas in education.

Dr. Wilson’s recent work critiques racial discourses in education (Doing Whiteness), examines accountability mechanisms (Decentering the State), and analyzes activism through lenses like machine learning (Combining Machine Learning...). Her writing bridges theory and practice, emphasizing actionable insights for equitable policy.

Awards:

• National Academy of Education/Spencer Postdoctoral Scholar (2012-2014)

Her teaching includes courses on philosophy of education and research methods. While specific grants are not detailed, her work aligns with funders prioritizing equity and policy innovation. Collaborative projects, like the opt-out movement study, reflect her commitment to interdisciplinary, socially engaged scholarship.

Though not tied to a formal lab, her research collaborates with institutions addressing systemic educational challenges, advocating for inclusive and just practices in education systems.