Dr. Joseph Blatt

Instructor

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Biography

Joseph Blatt is a Senior Lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He has extensive experience in the field of education, focusing on areas such as Climate Change Education, Informal Out-of-School Learning, and the integration of Instructional Technology and Media in education. Blatt has directed the HGSE Faculty Focus Teaching project and has been involved in groundbreaking initiatives like the Usable Knowledge website, which makes HGSE faculty research widely accessible. His expertise in children's media has led to consulting roles with major production companies including Sesame Workshop, WGBH, and PBS Kids. Blatt has been a significant figure in educational multimedia production, having created nearly 100 programs over his career. His notable works include the anthology series on African American, Latino, and Native American scientists, and the PBS series 'Feeling Free,' which mainstreamed disabled students in public schools. He has received multiple awards for his contributions to educational media, including the Morningstar Award for Teaching Excellence from HGSE.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

Harvard Graduate School of Education • Cambridge, MA

Teaching and directing educational programs.

Awards

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Morningstar Award for Teaching Excellence

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Action for Children's Television Award

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American Film and Video Festival Red Ribbon

Requirements for Harvard Graduate School of Education

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7.5
Reading
Required:7.5
Writing
Required:7.5
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online Application Form
  • Statement of Purpose (1000 words)
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume or CV
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Transcripts from each postsecondary institution
  • Writing Sample
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

Administered via Harvard Griffin GSAS; encompasses PhD in Education.