Dr. Kasey C. Soska, Ph. D.

Science Director, Play & Learning Across a Year (PLAY) Project

Institute of Human Development & Social Change, New York University

kasey.soska [at] nyu.edu

kasey.soska [at] databrary.org

Postdoctoral Researcher, 2013-2018, Florida International University
Postdoctoral Researcher, 2010-2013, University of Virginia
Ph. D., Experimental/Developmental Psychology, 2010, New York University

M. A., Psychology, 2008, New York University

B. S., Psychology, 2005, Penn State University

My research investigates how exploration and attention develop and, in turn, drive learning in perception and cognition. The ideas are inspired by a developmental systems approach, which emphasizes the study of change processes. I use novel methods, including remote and head-mounted eye tracking, computerized video coding, and open data sharing tools to study:

• Multimodal exploration and attention in infancy

• Coordination across perception and action systems

• Opportunities for learning in natural environments

• Developmental cascades across domains