Kristin Simmers

Educational Psychology

Kristin (Kris) Simmers is a PhD student in Learning Sciences. Her research interests how findings from Mind, Brain and Education (MBE) can inform teacher education and preparation. She holds an M.S. in Elementary Education, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, with specializations in multilingualism and learning support. Kris taught for 16 years in Central America, Europe and Southeast Asia prior to joining UConn.