Dr. Anna Lees

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Biography

Anna Lees (descendant of the Little Traverse Bay Bands Odawa Indians) is a prominent figure in early childhood education, devoted to developing and sustaining reciprocal relationships with Indigenous communities. Her current research focuses on creating land and water-based learning environments in partnership with tribal nations, emphasizing Indigenous values and methodologies in higher education settings. Additionally, she is dedicated to the professional development of early childhood educators and has been recognized for her scholarly work in prestigious publications within the field. Anna's commitment to educational sovereignty and her innovative approaches continue to shape the landscape of early childhood education.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Anna Lees began her career as an early childhood classroom teacher in rural northern Michigan and currently serves as the Ballmer Endowed Professor of Equity in Early Learning at the University of Washington. She partners with schools and communities in early childhood teacher education.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.