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Barbara Hug is a Teaching Professor in the Curriculum & Instruction Department at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Her research and service work focus on developing and using curriculum materials that support inquiry learning in science, aiming to enhance students' engagement in teaching and learning. She has contributed to projects that enable students to participate in extended inquiry investigations. Barbara's current research examines the supports necessary for teachers and students to engage deeply with inquiry practices in educational settings. She collaborates with teachers, scientists, and graduate students to explore professional development and create conducive classroom environments for inquiry-based learning. Her courses include Teaching Elementary Science II, Education Reforms and Inquiry, and courses on instructional methods for diverse populations, where she integrates technology and field assignments to bridge theory and practice within elementary education.
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