Dr. Walter Parker

Professor

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Biography

Walter Parker is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Washington's College of Education, known for his significant contributions to civic education and social studies curriculum. With a Ph.D. in Curriculum Instruction, Parker's research focuses on developing robust educational frameworks that emphasize the importance of civic engagement and the historical context of education. He has been instrumental in advocating for methodological innovations in curriculum design, particularly through project-based learning approaches and political simulations. His recent work includes the book 'Education for Liberal Democracy: Using Classroom Discussion to Build Knowledge and Voice,' which addresses the role of education in fostering democratic values. Parker’s extensive experience also encompasses his position as a Senior Fellow at the Center for Ethics Education at the University of Wisconsin and his recognition by the National Academy of Education and the American Educational Research Association.

Research Interests

Courses

EDTEP 584&585: Social Studies in Secondary School EDTEP 543: Social Studies in Elementary School EDC&I 565&566: Social Studies Seminar—Historical Contemporary Readings EDC&I 595: Classroom Discourse EDC&I 505a: Contentious Curricula EDC&I 505b: Strategies Interpreting Qualitative Data EDC&I 567: Current Issues Social Studies Education: Civic Education USA Global Education Pedagogies

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.