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Dr. Jill Cochran is a Professor of Mathematics Education and Director of Teacher Education at Berry College. She also directs the STEMTeach program, which recruits STEM majors into teacher certification. Her research focuses on STEM teacher philosophical development, integrating 3D printing into math curricula, and STEM topics in teacher training. She holds a B.S. from Southern Utah University and a Ph.D. from Texas State University.
Dr. Cochran oversees teacher preparation programs and school partnerships. Her work emphasizes bridging theory and practice through innovative teaching methods like 3D printing applications in geometry. The STEMTeach program under her leadership aims to strengthen STEM education through certified teachers skilled in modern pedagogies.
Her research spans educational technology integration, teacher support systems, and curriculum design. Notable articles include studies on Zoom-based teacher support, graph theory applications, and interdisciplinary STEM lessons. Dr. Cochran’s contributions address both foundational mathematics education challenges and emerging technological tools in teaching.
Education:
- B.S., Southern Utah University
- Ph.D., Texas State University
Advising & Leadership: Directs teacher education and STEMTeach programs, fostering partnerships between Berry and local schools. Her initiatives focus on preparing educators with robust STEM content knowledge and adaptive teaching strategies.
