Hilary G. Conklin

A former middle school teacher, Hilary G. Conklin, Ph.D., is a fellow with the OpEd Project and an associate professor in the College of Education at DePaul University in Chicago, where her research interests include the preparation of middle school social studies teachers.

Recent Articles

Playtime Isn’t Just for Preschoolers—Teenagers Need It, Too

Helicopter parents and teachers, stand down. Kids of all ages need time to learn through play in school.

By Hilary G. Conklin March 3, 2015
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