Christine Vriesema

As an educational psychologist, my two primary research interests focus on students and teachers in elementary and secondary school settings. In one research area, I investigate how to increase teachers’ job satisfaction. Improving teachers’ work experiences not only supports teachers’ own well-being and retention but can support their students’ motivation and achievement as well. In my second research area, I explore teachers’ and students’ experiences with making mistakes. I specifically examine how school settings can shape the way teachers and students respond to academic setbacks. Lastly, in addition to my two main areas of research, I also work with others to use educational psychology perspectives to address environmental issues (e.g., encouraging people to value biodiversity more).