ESP Biography

In the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the United Nations (U.N.) declared that “Everyone has the right to education.” But nearly 80 years later, how far have we achieved? The dismantling of the Department of Education, the reverse result of racial segregation after Brown v. Board, and overall low achievement in math and sciences. Where is the problem? How can you bring a change? Students will explore a philosophical lens towards what education means and should look like. We will dive deeper into the research behind education inequalities and help you answer the “why?” This class is student-centered as we believe active engagement gives rise to maximal learning. You will also have the opportunity to design a solution to meet the U.N. standard of education as a human right.

Baby Scientists: How Infants Discover the World is a true introduction to developmental psychology. Take this course to learn how babies begin to build knowledge before they can even fully speak. We will explore foundational and modern studies that reveal hidden cognitive capacities that shape infants' understanding of objects, numbers, and more. No experience required, just a curious mind!