Stanford Graduate School of Education

Education was a founding department when Stanford opened in 1891, and its elevation to a school in 1917 expanded its mandate for service. Our scholars have honed education’s power as change agent both here and around the globe. Peruse specific m both here and around the globe. Peruse specific milestones from our past that inspire confidence for our future. To understand our history best, we look to the stories of our community: the creators, the entrepreneurs, the activists and the helpers. Our scholars and practitioners work with and learn from educators across the globe. Our graduates make a difference as policymakers, innovators, teachers and researchers. Now is a transformational time in education. We are on the cusp of imminent breakthroughs that will change our ability to improve teaching and learning for all. Stanford Graduate School of Education is helping students, educators, policymakers, parents and institutions make headway in areas that were once out of reach. We are advancing research, strengthening programs and creating new initiatives that catalyze the distinctive scholarship of Stanford.We have identified nine grand challenges where Stanford's unique strengths can ignite breakthroughs that will transform learning. Through discovery and innovation, we are confident we can drive change and improve lives. ...view more