Dr. Carolyn Strom

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Carolyn Strom is a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU Steinhardt, focusing on early childhood literacy. Her work includes improving literacy outcomes for young children, particularly those from historically marginalized groups. Dr. Strom bridges the gap between neuroscience research and the instructional practices employed in public schools, preschools, and daycare settings. She collaborates widely with school districts, teachers, and educational technology organizations, currently leading the 'Cortex Classroom' initiative aimed at practical applications of reading science and learning technologies in early childhood education. Dr. Strom has been recognized with NYU Steinhardt's Teaching Excellence Award in 2023 and has published her research in prominent educational journals. With decades of experience at the intersection of research and practice within the field of early reading, she holds a PhD in Early Literacy from NYU, a Master's degree in Reading Education from the University of Southern California, and a BA in English from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to her academic role, she maintains a clinical practice in New York City, working directly with children experiencing dyslexia and related reading difficulties.

Research Interests

Requirements for New York University Steinhardt

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Master's degree preferred but not required for 54-credit track
Application Checklist
  • Résumé/CV
  • MCC Essay (Research Area/Topic)
  • Writing Sample (Master's thesis or equivalent)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Media, Culture, and Communication - PhD Program focusing on Global and Transcultural Studies, Technology and Society, and Visual Culture.