Janna Kook holds an M.S. and a Ph.D. in applied developmental psychology from the University of Miami and was an Institute of Education Sciences Predoctoral Fellow. Currently, she is a research scientist and early childhood education expert at the Education Development Center (EDC), advancing knowledge of effective strategies to enhance children’s STEM learning through formal education, informal education, and the use of digital media. She is passionate about increasing understanding of how to support interactions between children and adults that deepen learning and strengthen relationships. Her expertise includes quantitative research methods and assessment of children's learning and learning-related skills.