Dr. Edward Seidman

Biography

Edward Seidman is a Professor in the Department of Applied Psychology at New York University Steinhardt. His research focuses on understanding the dynamics of social settings, with a particular interest in how these settings influence the developmental trajectories of children and youth. His work emphasizes the importance of measuring social practices and norms and how they affect positive and negative outcomes in developmental contexts. Seidman is dedicated to bridging psychological theory and practice; he aims to prepare students for careers that engage with social interventions in multicultural environments. His studies often provide teachers with feedback on their practices to enhance student learning and teacher job satisfaction, particularly in developing countries. His interdisciplinary approach prepares students to become strong social scientists through rigorous quantitative training, encouraging them to study phenomena at the setting level.

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