Gutgsell Endowed Professor:
Nicholas Burbules

Professor Nicholas Burbules received a BA in Religious Studies from Grinnell College in 1975, a MA in Philosophy from Stanford University in 1979, and a PhD in Philosophy of Education from Stanford University in 1983. He is a nationally preeminent scholar in the field of philosophy of education and is internationally recognized for his work focusing on the use of information technology in education.  His current research includes project related to on ethical and policy issues concerning new technologies in education; virtual reality; collaboration; and dialogue and "third spaces."

Professor Burbules’ stature among his peers was recognized when he was awarded the college-wide Grayce Wicall Gauthier Professorship from 2002-2007.  During his professorship, he served on the editorial board, edited, or acted as associate editor of several journals including the Journal of Education Theory.  During the same period, he also edited three books, published eighteen journal articles and book chapters, and presented over 40 lectures at professional conference and institutions.  He has also been invited to give talks in 10 different countries around technology issues in education

Professor Burbules is a Professor of Educational Policy Studies and is an affiliate of the Unit for Criticism and Interpretative Theory.