In the Feinstein College of Education, we engage in scholarship that cultivates advocacy, justice, and joy. “Theory in Practice” is a place where we highlight impactful research being conducted in our college. Here, you’ll meet our education scholars and hear about the many ways their work can impact everyday educational practice.
Theory in Practice with Kathy Peno - The Research Peno, K., Mangiante, E. S. & Kenahan, R. (2026). Mentoring in formal and informal contexts. 2nd ed. Emerald Publishing. Abstract Mentoring in Formal and Informal Contexts addresses a gap in the academic literature by examining mentoring practice in different contexts. The book highlights practice and research in higher education of both faculty and […]
Theory in Practice with Virginia Killian Lund - The Research Killian Lund, V., Jones, K., Thrailkill, L. “Darian,” Smith, K. J., & Edmiston, F. (2026). Crafting speculative roleplaying games for teacher education: Questioning power and centering empathy in schools. Journal of Curriculum and Pedagogy, 23(1), 118–142. Abstract Our collective of teacher educators and researchers share the contours of a collaboration on a critical […]
Theory in Practice with Amy Correia - The Research Healy, A., Correia, A., & Stoudt, J. (2026). Teacher-led professional development: Changing perception, practice, and outcomes for long-term English learners. International Journal of Professional Development, Learners and Learning, 8(1), e2605. The Co-Authors Alyx Healy graduated from URI’s M.A. in TESOL/BDL program in 2022; this paper showcases the research she conducted in the MA […]
Theory in Practice with Nicole King - The Research King, N., & Yan, J. (2025). Designing for AI literacy: A modular, GenAI-integrated course for interdisciplinary graduate students in education. International Journal of Designs for Learning, 16(2), 289-305. Abstract As educators, we are witnessing and experiencing the rapid proliferation and development of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools, which are raising urgent questions about […]
Theory in Practice with Sara Sweetman - "As a women in STEM education, this research mattered to me because it shifts the focus from ‘fixing’ girls to confronting the hostile environments and gendered attitudes that shape STEM perceptions early on, underscoring the need for mixed-gender learning experiences that foster respect and collaboration."
Theory in Practice with Rachel Silva - "It is important to examine how educators understand and use equity, inclusion, and UDL in their work in order to better understand the challenges and opportunities to building equitable and inclusive schools for all students."