Laura S Lembeck

Laura S Lembeck is an Associate Instructor at the College of Arts and Sciences within Western Carolina University, specializing in Mathematics and Computer Science. With over two decades of experience in mathematics education, she has held various instructional roles at institutions including Georgia Perimeter College and Florida Atlantic University, focusing on curriculum development and student success in developmental mathematics.

• Education:
  • MS in Mathematics, Florida Atlantic University (2006)
  • BS in Computer Science, Western Carolina University (1983)
  • BSED in Mathematics, Western Carolina University (1982)

Research interests include mathematics education, cryptography, and the integration of educational technology into curriculum design. Her work emphasizes flipped classroom strategies, online learning platforms, and course redesign to enhance student engagement.

Scientific awards and recognitions include multiple teaching excellence nominations, induction into Florida Atlantic University’s Parliament of Owls, and honors for curriculum innovation. She has also contributed to national forums on transforming math education through presentations on course redesign and student advising.

Her scholarly presentations highlight trends in developmental mathematics, cryptography, and the use of technology in education, reflecting a commitment to pedagogical innovation and historical applications of mathematics.