Education Policy, Research, and Advocacy
Conduct research on the efficacy of current educational policies including the effects on practice, experience and equity/inequality. Evaluate alternatives, develop new policies, and advocate for their implementation.
International Education and Development
Understand the complex issues that shape international education and engage in transforming policy and practice.
Teaching and Educational Support
Design content and facilitate learning or professional development for diverse groups of individuals.
Create programs or policies that support students and other stakeholders at the post-secondary level.
Create spaces and events to inspire involvement in the community; participate in recreational activities to promote learning, development, and belonging.
Education Technology (Edtech)
Combine educational theory and best practices with technological solutions to facilitate various forms of learning.
Top Skills Learned
- Research proficiency
- Policy analysis
- Assessment and evaluation
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
Gain Experience Through
- Internships
- Job shadows
- Informational interviews
- EDPOL203: Internships in Education course
- UW student organizations
- Become an EPS Ambassador
Get Connected
- UW-Madison Education Student Organizations and Clubs:
- Women in Scientific Education and Research
- Research Group Aspiring Educators of Wisconsin
- International and Comparative Education
- Education Currigers
- Join ConnectED Badgers: Arts, Health, and Education on LinkedIn and interact with alumni, faculty, staff, and peers.
Explore: Education Studies Employers
Check out some of the companies and organizations that hire people on this pathway!
Meet your advising team
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