Eric Pandiscio

Eric Pandiscio serves as an Associate Professor of Education at the University of Maine’s College of Education and Human Development. His work focuses on mathematics education for K-12 teachers, emphasizing student engagement through methods, content, and research courses. He actively contributes to professional development initiatives, curriculum innovation, and state standards alignment. Dr. Pandiscio leads roles in the Maine STEM Partnership, the Maine Center for STEM Education advisory board, and the Mathematics State Collaborative for Assessment and Student Standards.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction, University of Texas at Austin (1994)
• M.A., University of Texas at Austin (1991)
• B.A. in Economics, Brown University (1985)

Research Interests: Dr. Pandiscio investigates proportional reasoning acquisition, geometric idea development, and the interplay between inductive and deductive thinking. His work bridges theoretical concepts with practical classroom applications, particularly in geometry and STEM education.

Advising & Grants: He contributed to grants like the NSF Noyce Scholarship Program and Maine ESP. His publications explore geometry education, teacher training, and innovative pedagogical tools, reflecting a focus on dynamic learning environments and problem-solving strategies.

Affiliations:

• Leadership Team, Maine STEM Partnership
• Advisory Board Member, Maine Center for STEM Education
• UMaine Delegate, Mathematics State Collaborative