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Jill Newton is a Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Purdue University’s College of Education. Her work focuses on mathematics education curriculum development, teacher training, and equity in education, with additional contributions to international and study abroad programs.
- Ph.D. in Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Policy (Mathematics Education), Michigan State University (2008)
- M.A. in International Education, George Washington University (1995)
- B.S. in Mathematics and Secondary Teaching Certification, Michigan State University (1987)
Newton’s research spans algebra teaching, curriculum coherence, and social justice in education. She has led national studies on mathematics teacher preparation and explored how teachers use curricular resources post-COVID. Her work also emphasizes international education, including virtual communities of practice for global social justice.
Recent publications highlight her focus on algebraic reasoning, curricular alignment, and equity. She has co-authored studies on elementary teachers’ curriculum use, preservice teacher development, and virtual intercultural collaborations.
- Terry L. Wood Mathematics Teacher Educator Award (2024-25)
- Book of Great Teachers Inductee (2023)
- Outstanding Leadership in Globalization Award (2022-23)
- Charles B. Murphy Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award (2017)
Newton has coordinated undergraduate research at Purdue since 2018 and has taught mathematics education courses since 2004. Her teaching experience spans secondary schools in Venezuela, Tanzania, Bulgaria, and Papua New Guinea, enriching her global perspective.
