Tyrone C. Howard

Tyrone C. Howard is a professor of education at UCLA, specializing in urban schooling and educational equity.

He directs Center X and the Black Male Institute, focusing on improving educational outcomes for culturally diverse students.

Howard's research addresses the achievement gap and teacher preparation for diverse classrooms.

A former Compton teacher, he's a leading expert on race and culture in urban education.

Howard has authored numerous publications, including the bestseller "Race, Culture, and the Achievement Gap." He contributes to NPR and The New York Times, and received an Early Career Award from the American Educational Research Association in 2007.