Kristen Mattson

Research focus

Digital citizenship and information literacy in secondary schools.

Biography

Dr. Kristen Mattson is an educator, curriculum designer, and scholar with extensive experience in K–12 library media leadership, higher education, and educator professional development. Her areas of expertise include digital citizenship, media literacy, and information literacy and is the author of practitioner-focused works, like Digital Citizenship in Action (ISTE, 2024) and Ethics in a Digital World (ISTE, 2021). Kristen has worked with the iSchool as an adjunct lecturer and University supervisor, focused on supporting students pursuing Illinois school library licensure. She also serves as a subject matter expert and consultant for for-profit, nonprofit, and state and regional education organizations on curriculum, professional learning, and educational materials related to digital citizenship. Kristen is dedicated to helping educators and learners think critically about the intersection of technology and humanity.