Aline Abassian

Dr. Aline Abassian is a Lecturer in Mathematics Education at the School of Teacher Education, University of Central Florida (UCF). She specializes in teaching mathematics methods and content courses for elementary and secondary teacher candidates, drawing on her prior experience as a high school mathematics teacher.

• Education: MS in Teacher Leadership (Mathematics Education focus) and PhD in Education (Mathematics Education emphasis) from UCF
• Research Focus: Mathematical knowledge for teaching, equitable learning through mathematical modeling and technology integration
• Professional Affiliation: Member of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators, Kappa Delta Pi

Her recent publications emphasize mathematical modeling as a tool for fostering empathy and bridging diverse student realities, particularly through ecological systems theory. She has received multiple UCF awards, including the Graduate Dean’s Fellowship and Doctoral Research Support Award.