Alexis Markavage is a Ph.D. student in Science Education at Indiana University and a former K–1 teacher specializing in inquiry-based, project-driven instruction.

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Blog Posts:

Building Transfer in Elementary Science
11/10/24

Embracing the Mess: Learning Through Exploration - 10/25/24

Investigating Bubbles: A Playful Path to Scientific Thinking - 11/2/22

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Current Role:
Ph.D. Student, Science Education
Indiana University, Bloomington
Associate Instructor, Teacher Development Program

Education:

• Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction – Science Education, Indiana University (2024–present)
  
• M.S. in Mind, Brain & Teaching + STEM Instructional Leadership, Johns Hopkins University
  
• M.S. in Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (CA PreK–5)
  
• B.A. in Fine Art (Graphic Design), University of Southern California
  

Professional Experience:

• Science Curriculum Writer, EduSmart (2023–2024)
  
• K/1 Public School Teacher, Creative Arts Charter, San Francisco (2016–2023)
  

Fellowships & Grants:

• Daisy M. and Vivian L. Jones Fellowship ($5,000, 2025–2026): Funding for Pop-Up Science Sparks, a traveling science exhibit for elementary schools
  
• E. Wayne Gross Memorial Fellowship ($3,250, 2025–2026): Action research on formative assessment strategies in preservice science education
  

Presentations:

• INAEYC Early Childhood Conference (2025)
  
• US Play Coalition Conference (2025)
  

Teaching:

• E328: Science in the Elementary School (Preservice Teacher Methods Course)
  

Professional Service:

• Committee Member, NARST Scholarship Committee (2025–2027)
  

Affiliations:

• Graduate Student Member, NARST (2025–present)
  
• Graduate Student Member, ASTE (2025–present)