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Anna Markowitz
Assistant Professor at University of California, Los Angeles
Anna Markowitz is an Associate Professor in the School of Education & Information Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).1 Her research focuses on early childhood education, teacher turnover, and food insecurity in early childhood.1
Academic Background
Dr. Markowitz holds several degrees:
- Ph.D. in Psychology, Human Development and Public Policy from Georgetown University
- M.P.P. (Master of Public Policy) from Georgetown University
- M.A. in Applied Developmental and Educational Psychology from Boston College
- B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Creative Writing from Gettysburg College1
Research and Expertise
Her current research projects include:
- The Study of Early Education in Louisiana
- Teacher Turnover in Head Start
- Food Insecurity in Early Childhood1
Dr. Markowitz is recognized as an authority on early childhood education.3 Her work spans various aspects of child development, education policy, and teacher well-being.2
Publications and Impact
Anna Markowitz has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals. Some of her notable works include:
- Research on teacher turnover in early childhood education2
- Studies on food insecurity and its impact on child development2
- Investigations into academic instructional experiences in Head Start classrooms2
- Analysis of teacher-child racial/ethnic match and parental engagement in Head Start2
Her research has been widely cited, with several papers receiving over 100 citations.2
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Markowitz is affiliated with:
She was previously associated with EdPolicyWorks and the Child Development and Social Policy Lab.4
In summary, Anna Markowitz is a respected researcher and educator in the field of early childhood education and development, with a focus on policy implications and practical applications of her research findings.
