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Jason Siefken is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream within the Department of Mathematics at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Arts and Science. He serves as the TA coordinator for the department since 2018 and is based in the Physical Geography Building on the Downtown Toronto (St. George) campus. His work spans both mathematical research in dynamical systems and innovative approaches to mathematics education.
Siefken's research interests focus on dynamical systems and ergodic theory, where he investigates properties like mixing and ergodicity in transformation systems. His educational research centers on mathematics education, particularly active learning methodologies, inquiry-based approaches, and flipped classroom techniques that foster mathematical habits of mind.
His publication record demonstrates a strong dual focus, with recent work including both theoretical mathematics papers in journals like the Journal of Ergodic Theory and Dynamical Systems and educational scholarship in venues like the Journal of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Siefken has developed several textbooks designed for active learning in differential equations, linear algebra, and multivariable calculus, reflecting his commitment to transforming how mathematics is taught at the undergraduate level.
- 2016 MAA Project NeXT Fellow
- TIMES Linear Algebra Fellow
Siefken has actively contributed to course redesign efforts, particularly for introductory mathematics courses. He has developed software tools to support mathematics education, including the UToronto Toolkit (UTK) for course coordinators, Canvas Quiz Stats for assessment analysis, and various other educational technologies. His teaching philosophy emphasizes learning through doing, challenging students, and rewiring their mathematical thinking processes.
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