Ryan Cowden

Ryan Cowden majored in philosophy and earned a Master of Arts in Education from Azusa Pacific University. He spent seven years teaching social studies in Los Angeles County public schools. Ryan then earned a PhD in curriculum and instruction from Indiana University. During his time at Indiana University, he also taught a variety of elementary and secondary education courses in the School of Education. Ryan’s research interests include social studies education, teacher leadership, and education policy. As both a teacher educator and scholar, Ryan aims to develop teacher leaders who are committed to grappling with the complexities of teaching in a pluralistic, democratic society and influencing positive change in schools and classrooms on behalf of their students.