Elizabeth Phillips

Elizabeth Phillips is a Senior Specialist at the Program in Mathematics Education (PRIME) at Michigan State University. She is renowned for her work on the Connected Mathematics Project (CMP), a problem-centered curriculum for middle school mathematics, and serves as Principal Investigator for National Science Foundation (NSF) grants focused on digital curriculum resources to promote student engagement and learning.

Her research interests center on curriculum design and development through design-based research methodologies, emphasizing the role of curriculum in teaching and learning processes. Key projects include the CMP 'Arc of Learning,' 'Student Work as a Context for Student Learning,' and 'Formative Assessment.'

As a leading figure in mathematics education, Phillips explores the interplay between pedagogical strategies and technological tools to enhance middle school mathematics instruction.