Emma Humphries
About Emma Humphries
Emma Humphries serves as the Deputy Director of Field Building at iCivics Inc. and has extensive experience in civic education, having worked in various educational roles and earned advanced degrees from the University of Florida.
Work at iCivics
Emma Humphries has been serving as the Chief Education Officer at iCivics Inc. since February 2016. In this role, she focuses on enhancing civic learning by providing teachers with resources and learning opportunities. Additionally, she has held the position of Deputy Director of Field Building since 2020. Her work at iCivics emphasizes game-based learning and online learning methodologies to improve civic education in classrooms.
Education and Expertise
Emma Humphries studied at the University of Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from 2001 to 2004, followed by a Master of Education in Social Studies Education from 2004 to 2005. She further pursued a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from 2008 to 2012 at the same institution. Her expertise lies in educational research, particularly in civic education, and she specializes in game-based and online learning.
Background
Emma Humphries began her career in education as a classroom teacher in north Florida. She worked as a Social Studies Teacher at the School District of Clay County from 2005 to 2008. Following this role, she served as a Doctoral Fellow and Graduate Assistant at the Bob Graham Center for Public Service at the University of Florida from 2008 to 2011, and later as Civic Engagement Coordinator at the same center from 2011 to 2016.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Emma Humphries has contributed to the field of civic education through various roles and initiatives. At iCivics, she has focused on providing educators with tools to enhance civic learning. Her work in educational research and her specialization in game-based learning have positioned her as a leader in developing innovative approaches to civic education.