Dr. Jennifer Kong

Dr. Jennifer Kong

Assistant Professor
Attallah College of Educational Studies
Expertise: Special Education; Math Interventions; Mathematics Education; Teacher Education; STEM Education for Youth with Disabilities; Second Language Development;
Office Location: Reeves Hall 136
Education:
University of California, San Diego, Bachelor of Arts
Northwestern University, Master of Arts
University of California, Riverside, Ph.D.

Biography

Dr. Jennifer Kong is an Assistant Professor of Special Education in the Attallah College of Educational Studies. Her research focuses on mathematical and cognitive development of elementary aged children who are English learners, with the goal of developing effective math interventions for these children. Her research interests were inspired by her experience as a Special Education teacher in the Chicago area.