Dr. Sara Witmer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sara (Bolt) Witmer is an associate professor in the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education at Michigan State University. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist whose research focuses on examining assessment tools to enhance instructional decision-making for students at risk of poor academic outcomes. Her work particularly emphasizes accommodations for diverse learners, including students with disabilities and English language learners, and investigates effective inclusion methods for students in large-scale assessments. Witmer's expertise bridges practical classroom practices with theoretical frameworks, aiming to improve educational outcomes for all students through evidence-based strategies.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology