Dr. Christopher Quintana

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christopher Quintana is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan's Marsal Family School of Education. His research intersects education, learning sciences, human-computer interaction, and computer science, focusing on software-based scaffolding for middle school science students and the development of learner-centered design processes. Quintana has led significant projects, including the Zydeco Project, funded by the National Science Foundation, which explores mobile devices and web-based technologies to enhance science learning opportunities in classrooms and museums. His work investigates the integration of technology in formal and informal learning environments, the use of wearable technologies in K-12 classrooms, and the development of inquiry-based practices. Quintana holds a BS in Biological Sciences from the University of Texas at El Paso and an MS and PhD in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Michigan Marsal Family School of Education • Ann Arbor, Michigan

Engages in research and teaching, focusing on learner-centered design processes and the integration of technology in education.

Awards

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Universal Design Inquiry-Based Middle High School Science Curriculum

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Design Guidelines Learner-Centered Scaffolding Handheld Computers

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Digital IdeaKeeper K-12: NSDL Scaffolded Portal Services Information Analysis Synthesis

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science