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Alexander P. Karp is a Professor of Mathematics Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. His academic affiliations include the Mathematics, Science & Technology division and the Mathematics Education department. He holds a Ph.D. and prior degrees in Mathematics and Education from Leningrad State Pedagogical University and St. Petersburg State Pedagogical University, complemented by an M.A. in History and Education. Fluent in Russian, English, German, and Latin, his research focuses on gifted education, problem-solving methodologies, and the history of mathematics education. Karp has authored numerous publications on Russian and Soviet mathematics education, including edited volumes like Russian Mathematics Education: History and World Significance. His work explores topics ranging from the biographies of influential educators like Mark Vygodsky to the evolution of teaching practices in the Soviet Union during early 20th-century reforms.
Notable contributions include analyzing historical pedagogical trends in Russian mathematics education and investigating strategies for fostering creativity among gifted students. His recent publications address international dimensions of mathematics education and the challenges faced by prospective teachers in problem-solving instruction. Karp’s scholarship bridges historical analysis with contemporary educational practices, emphasizing cross-cultural comparisons and the global context of mathematics teaching methodologies.
He currently serves as a faculty member with office hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays. His work is characterized by meticulous historical research and practical pedagogical insights, making significant contributions to both academic discourse and teacher training programs.
