David Slavit

David Slavit is a Professor of Mathematics Education at Washington State University (WSU), affiliated with both the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and the College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences. His research focuses on teacher development (pre-service and in-service) and student learning processes, particularly algebraic thinking, with a strong emphasis on instructional technologies. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from the University of Delaware (1994), an M.A. in Mathematics from the University of Missouri (1988), and a B.S. in Mathematics Education from the same institution (1985).

Slavit teaches courses in math methods, educational psychology, doctoral programs in math education, and cross-disciplinary honors courses. He is a member of professional organizations including the American Educational Research Association and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Notably, he was named Boeing Distinguished Professor in Mathematics Education (2011–2016) and is the Founding Director of WSU’s Ph.D. in Mathematics and Science Education. His recent work includes studies on collaborative teacher inquiry, standards-based grading in STEM contexts, and frameworks for analyzing student thinking in interdisciplinary settings.

Slavit has led initiatives such as the Research on Collaborative Teacher Inquiry Conference (NSF-funded) and serves as a consultant for iTech Preparatory School. His research often integrates social constructivist and enactivist perspectives, emphasizing meaning-making processes in both individual and communal learning environments.