Innovations all start with one idea and then expand to research, actions and outcomes with the ultimate goal of improving lives. As a new academic year begins, we reflect as a school and a community on the many innovative approaches our faculty, students and partners have created and implemented. “Innovation is only possible if we are willing to be critically self-reflective of our current practices,” says Suzanne Rosenblith, dean of the Graduate School of Education. “What works, for whom, and in what contexts are foundational to innovation and progress.”

Innovations all start with one idea and then expand to research, actions and outcomes with the ultimate goal of improving lives. As a new academic year begins, we reflect as a school and a community on the many innovative approaches our faculty, students and partners have created and implemented. “Innovation is only possible if we are willing to be critically self-reflective of our current practices,” says Suzanne Rosenblith, dean of the Graduate School of Education. “What works, for whom, and in what contexts are foundational to innovation and progress.”

Below are some highlights of our fall 2019 .edu Magazine. To read it in full, explore our interactive magazine.

When speaking with teachers at BUILD Community School about the student writing initiative piloted last school year through the school’s partnership with the Graduate School of Education, you hear words like creativity, empowerment and ownership.

Improving the math skills of Western New York girls entering grades five through eight was the focus of this year’s Summer Math Program held at Enterprise Charter School, organized by Ji-Won Son, associate professor from the Department of Learning and Instruction.

Alexandra Schindel is partnering with Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper to support their youth-centered education programs to encourage environmental science learning.

GSE alumnua Christopher Banas brought 27 Amherst High School students to Costa Rica to engage his students interculturally, as well as improve their Spanish proficiency.

GSE alumnua Christopher Banas brought 27 Amherst High School students to Costa Rica to engage his students interculturally, as well as improve their Spanish proficiency.

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