Adam Poetzel

Adam Poetzel is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's College of Education. He joined the faculty in 2007 after a decade of teaching mathematics at Champaign Central High School. Poetzel specializes in preparing pre-service mathematics teachers for diverse K-12 classrooms, with a focus on technology integration, assessment strategies, and inclusive pedagogy.

• Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction

His research interests center on mathematics education, particularly addressing pre-service teachers' mathematical anxieties and developing frameworks for pedagogical healing. Poetzel actively explores the use of visualization tools like 3D printing and geometry applications to enhance classroom instruction. His recent work examines systemic challenges in mathematics teacher education and strategies for fostering resilience in future educators.

The trends in his publications highlight a commitment to bridging theoretical and practical aspects of mathematics education, with emphasis on equity, technological innovation, and classroom-based problem-solving. Key subfields include pre-service training, visualization techniques, and assessment methodologies.

Scientific Awards:

• College of Education’s Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award (2021, 2012)
• University of Illinois Campus Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2015)
• Max Beberman Mathematics Educator Award (2013)

Poetzel teaches methods courses for undergraduate and graduate teacher candidates, integrating technology and assessment practices. He collaborates with local schools and participates in grants aimed at improving in-service teacher training. His work emphasizes modeling effective pedagogy and fostering reflective practices in teacher education.