Laura Saylor

Dr. Laura Saylor is the dean of The School of Education at Mount St. Joseph University. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Studies with a concentration in Educational Policy and Higher Education with a focus in STEM education from The University of Cincinnati. Previously, she earned her M.Ed. from Xavier University with a concentration in Montessori Education.

Her 30 years of practical experience include teaching in inclusive and multi-age settings and serving as the Head of School for an independent Montessori school. Laura is a frequent presenter at national conferences. Her research foci include the importance of learning and reading science in teacher preparation as well as assessing performance of pre-service teachers in clinical experiences. Dr. Saylor’s interests also extend to the intersection of cognitive science, Montessori education, and educational research. Her recently published research also includes mathematics discourse with pre-service teachers and the effects of teacher-centered mentorship.