Dr. Sarah Eason

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sarah Eason joined the faculty in Human Development and Family Studies at Purdue University in 2019. She previously worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Chicago after receiving her PhD in Human Development from the University of Maryland. Her research focuses on early childhood education and family engagement, particularly how young children learn in various environments and how to prepare them for success in school. She investigates family-child interactions and aims to equip children with essential skills and knowledge. Eason emphasizes the importance of understanding family perspectives and strengths when examining their engagement in children’s learning, particularly in math. Her research utilizes both naturalistic observations and experimental studies to explore how different contextual variables influence family participation in math-related activities. Eason’s findings aim to inform strategies for enhancing family engagement in children’s learning through culturally valid approaches.

Research Interests

Courses

HDFS 406 - Teaching Mathematics Preschool Primary Grades HDFS 341 - Working Parents

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.