Professor Michael A. Gottfried is a distinguished figure in the realm of education policy and the economics of education. He currently holds a position as an Associate Professor within the Gevirtz Graduate School of Education at UC Santa Barbara, where he contributes his extensive knowledge and experience. His academic journey began with a solid foundation, earning a B.A. in Economics from Stanford University, which he further built upon by completing an MA and PhD in Applied Economics at the University of Pennsylvania.
At the heart of Professor Gottfried's work is a keen interest in leveraging economic principles to understand and enhance educational outcomes. His research delves into crucial areas such as student attendance and the issue of truancy, the impact of early education, and participation in STEM courses, particularly within career and technical education programs. Through his dedicated research, he has significantly influenced the development of policies aimed at boosting student engagement and fostering success in these vital areas. His work also explores the educational experiences of students with disabilities, examining how factors like teacher education and career and technical education courses can impact their high school and college outcomes.
Beyond his impactful research, Professor Gottfried is deeply committed to nurturing the next wave of educators and policymakers. His teaching often explores the intricate relationship between economic theories and practical educational approaches, providing students with the necessary tools to tackle complex challenges within the education sector. He encourages data-driven decision making on a wide array of educational topics.
Professor Gottfried is an active and valued member of both academic and professional communities. He regularly shares his research findings at conferences and contributes to respected scholarly publications, including serving on the editorial boards of prominent journals like *Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis*, *American Educational Research Journal*, and *Teachers College Record*. His ongoing work continues to shape both policy and practice, making a real and positive difference in the educational landscape. He also founded the Education Policy Collaborative in 2016, creating a space for education policy scholars across the U.S. to connect and influence both research and public policy.
His research has garnered support from numerous prestigious organizations, including the Institute of Education Sciences, the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, the Spencer Foundation, the Foundation for Child Development, and the American Educational Research Association, among others. This funding underscores the significance and impact of his contributions to the field. His publications cover a broad range of topics, from the effects of student-teacher relationships on early elementary outcomes to the influence of tardy classmates and the role of real-life mathematics instruction.
Professor Gottfried's expertise is widely recognized, and he is frequently invited to speak on his research, particularly on the critical issue of student absenteeism. His co-edited book, "Absent from School: Understanding and Addressing Student Absenteeism," serves as a comprehensive resource for educators and policymakers grappling with this challenge. His work consistently aims to identify the policies, practices, and contexts that either promote or hinder student success, utilizing rigorous methods to inform data-driven decisions that can lead to better outcomes for students of all ages.
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Located in Boulder Colorado United States the Department of Economics at the University of Colorado Boulder provides in-depth study of complex economic issues. Offering comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs the department grounds students in theoretical principles and rigorous empirical analysis. Faculty bring expertise across a wide spectrum including microeconomics macroeconomics econometrics international and environmental economics creating a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. Students develop critical thinking and research skills to tackle real-world economic challenges. The curriculum emphasizes both economic theory and quantitative methods preparing graduates for diverse career paths supported by active research in areas like economic development and international economics.
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The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder, CU, or Colorado) is a public research university in Boulder, Colorado, United States. Founded in 1876, five months before Colorado became a state, it is the flagship university of the University of Colorado system. CU Boulder is a member of the Association of American Universities and is classified among R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity.
