Diane Silva Pimentel

Diane Silva Pimentel is a Distinguished Senior Lecturer at Brown University, specializing in STEM education and teacher preparation. Her career spans over 17 years as a secondary science teacher and academic leadership roles. She previously served as an Assistant Professor of Education at the University of New Hampshire and Director of Brown’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology (Honors), Brown University, 1993
• Master of Science in Teaching (Curriculum & Instruction), Boston College
• Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction (Science Education), Boston College

Research focuses on fostering inclusive STEM learning environments, particularly for underrepresented students. She designs professional development programs for teachers emphasizing culturally responsive pedagogy and reform-based instructional strategies. Her work bridges classroom practice and systemic educational equity.

As MAT program director, she restructured the curriculum to address multifaceted teaching demands. Current efforts prioritize student participation and persistence in STEM through teacher preparation and community engagement. No scientific awards or articles explicitly listed in the text.