Anthony Rickard

Anthony Rickard is a Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of Alaska, specializing in K-8 curriculum development and teacher education reform. His work integrates culturally responsive strategies to address diverse learners' needs, particularly Alaska Native students.

He earned his PhD from Michigan State University in 1993, establishing foundational expertise in mathematics education research.

Rickard's research spans Mathematics Education, Curriculum Development, and Multicultural Education, with significant contributions to the Connected Mathematics Project and Math in a Cultural Context modules. He investigates how problem-solving oriented curricula reshape classroom practices and student learning outcomes, emphasizing indigenous knowledge systems and equity-focused pedagogy.

His publication trend (2012-2018) reveals deepening focus on culturally sustaining mathematics education, examining indigenous cultural integration (e.g., fish rack geometry), classroom discourse analysis, and service-learning applications. Key themes include bridging cultural contexts with formal mathematics and enhancing teacher preparedness for diverse classrooms.

Rickard maintains extensive engagement with in-service teachers through workshops and research collaborations, embedding innovative curricula into professional development frameworks while advancing multicultural teacher education strategies.