Naomi Hupert, a senior research scientist and expert in K–12 literacy and digital learning, leads the Center for Children & Technology at EDC. For over 25 years, her research has identified effective strategies to improve the quality of pre-K–12 education. Her studies deepen understanding of how educational media and technology can help teachers and families enhance learning. Her work also seeks to strengthen education systems to respond to urgent challenges, such as improving instruction and support for youth with disabilities.
For 17 years, Hupert has conducted research on the Ready To Learn program, including a recent study on informational text. Drawing on expertise in quantitative and qualitative research and formative and summative program evaluation, she provides usable, real-time findings focused on improving student outcomes.
A widely published author, Hupert’s findings and insights appear in numerous outlets, including Education Week, EdSurge, K–12 Dive, Edutopia, and WBHM Public Radio.
Hupert holds an MSEd, with a specialization in Literacy and Language-Related Learning Disabilities, from the Bank Street College of Education.