Corey Brady

Corey Brady is an Associate Professor at the Department of Teaching & Learning and Associate Dean for Research and Outreach at Southern Methodist University's Simmons School of Education and Human Development. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, alongside degrees in English Literature (MA) and Pure Mathematics (MS).

Dr. Brady's research focuses on mathematical and computational modeling from a constructionist perspective, emphasizing collective learning and STEAM activity. His work includes design-based research on block-based programming environments and embodied participatory simulations.

Recent publications (2023-2021) span journals like Frontiers in Education, Science Education, and Educational Studies in Mathematics, with sub-fields ranging from geometric transformations to disaster preparedness systems. He has received recognition including the Outstanding Paper Award at ICLS 2023 and Best Paper at ICLS 2020.

Previously, he held faculty roles at Vanderbilt and Northwestern Universities, led educational technology development at Texas Instruments, and taught at middle school to community college levels. His interdisciplinary approach bridges mathematics, computer science, and affective learning.