Chris Dede

Profile Chris Dede's fundamental interest is developing new types of educational systems to meet the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century. His research spans emerging technologies for learning, infusing technology into large-scale educational improvement initiatives, developing policies that support educational transformation, and providing leadership in educational innovation. He is currently conducting funded studies to develop and assess learning environments based on virtual worlds, augmented realities, transformed social interaction, and online teacher professional development. Dede is a leader in mobile learning initiatives and has developed a widely used Framework for scaling up educational innovations. From 2001 to 2004, he served as chair of the Learning & Teaching area at HGSE. Areas of Expertise Assessment Curriculum Development Economy and Education Educational Equity Educational Media Entrepreneurship Leadership Learning Policy Analysis and Evaluation Professional Development for Educators Reform Issues Science Education Teacher Education and Certification Technology and Schools