Research
Okhee is widely recognized for advancing research, policy, and practice that simultaneously promote science and language learning for all students, including English learners. She has directed research projects funded by the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Education, Spencer Foundation, and other national and state organizations. Read More
Story
Okhee lived her first 25 years in South Korea. She grew up in the countryside, poor but happy. She did well in school, completed her master’s degree, and wanted to do more. She was told there were two suitable choices available to a woman: become a career wife or become a spinster. So, she created a third choice: She left. Read more