Lindsay Maldonado, Ph.D.

College of Education, Teacher Education
Assistant Professor
Office:
Room LWH-3042
Phone:
773-442-5379
Email:
L-maldonado2@neiu.edu
Office Hours:
Vary by semester and teaching schedule.
Country:
United States
EDFN 303: Early Childhood Development
ECED 355: Methods of Teaching Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
Research Interests
My research examines how program and experience design support engagement and learning for children and families in informal learning settings. My research interests include informal education and STEM learning in museums.
Education
Ph.D., Child Development, Loyola University Chicago
M.S., Child Development, Erikson Institute
B.A. Psychology, Northeastern Illinois University
Selected Publications
Mast, F., Zhao, L., & Maldonado, L. (2018). Instrument development and validation for conservation learning: A tool for more rigorous research and evaluation. Curator: The Museum Journal, 61(2), 637-383.
Nesbitt, K., & Maldonado, L. (2016). Language as process: Using words to shape exhibit design. Exhibition. The Journal of Exhibition Theory and Practice for Museum Professionals, 36(1) 64-69.