Brad Thompson

Dr. Brad Thompson is a Teacher Collaborator at the Center for Education in Small Urban Communities within the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's College of Education. Holding a doctorate in Mathematics Education and an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, he specializes in K-8 mathematics professional development and teacher training.

• Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics Education, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign); MBA in Finance (Indiana University); BA in Economics (DePauw University)

Thompson's research focuses on student-centered learning, emphasizing the role of classroom discourse and personal connections in mathematics education. He has over two decades of experience supporting school districts in Illinois through instructional consulting and curriculum design.

As an active faculty member, he contributes to teacher development programs and collaborates with urban schools to improve educational outcomes. His contact details include email blthomps@illinois.edu and phone number 217-333-4687.