Dr. Shelley Goldman

Professor

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Biography

Professor Goldman is an educational anthropologist interested in how learning takes place when students are actively engaged with teachers, conversations, activities, content, and technologies. She focuses on the power of real-world contexts to drive learning and researches how people learn in school. Goldman's work revolves around creating opportunities for rich STEM learning and understanding design thinking technologies that facilitate access to transformational experiences. Her current research includes broadening participation in STEM through family activities, design-based engagements, and empathy work with scientists focused on outreach.

Research Interests

Courses

EDUC 480 EDUC 180 EDUC 490 EDUC 190 EDUC 140 EDUC 185 EDUC 470 URBANST 199 EDUC 380

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.