Randall Groth

Randall E. Groth is a Professor and Department Chair of Mathematics Education at Salisbury University, where he also directs the Mathematics Education (MSME) graduate program. He specializes in teacher education, statistics education, and the intersection of both fields. Dr. Groth has held editorial roles at journals like the Journal for Research in Mathematics Education and Statistics Education Research Journal. He leads NSF-funded projects, including the PATHWAYS REU and the Noyce Scholars Program.

Education:

• B.S. in Mathematics, Marquette University
• M.S. in Mathematics Education, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
• Ph.D. in Mathematics Education, Illinois State University

Research Interests: Focus on teacher professional development, statistical pedagogy, lesson study, and curriculum design. His work emphasizes improving statistical literacy and fostering collaborative learning environments for educators.

Grants & Projects:

• NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) project (PATHWAYS)
• NSF Noyce Scholarship Program for STEM teachers

Key Contributions: Over 80 publications in journals such as Journal for Research in Mathematics Education and Statistics Education Research Journal, focusing on statistical knowledge for teaching, teacher collaboration, and innovative instructional strategies.

Labs/Teams: Leads research teams in design-based research, lesson study, and teacher education initiatives at Salisbury University.