معرفی
John Redden serves as a Professor in Mathematics and Statistics at College of the Sequoias, a California community college, since January 2014. His primary academic focus spans developmental mathematics and algebra education within the Mathematics and Statistics department.
Research Interests:
- Developmental Mathematics (Expert): Creator of the free online algebra study guide openAlgebra.com and author of comprehensive developmental math resources.
- Algebra and Number Theory (Advanced): Authored two algebra textbooks published by Flat World Knowledge, emphasizing accessible mathematical instruction.
- Instructional Design and Technology (Intermediate): Integrates digital tools into mathematics pedagogy with expertise in educational technology frameworks.
His scholarly output centers on algebra education materials, including textbooks and open-access digital resources that address foundational mathematical literacy. These works demonstrate consistent focus on practical applications and student-centered learning approaches in algebraic concepts.
Professional Recognition:
- No formal scientific awards or fellowships documented in available sources.
Redden maintains active contributions through authored materials and course portfolios. His teaching portfolio includes Mathematics and Computer Science instruction since Fall 1997, with emphasis on curriculum development for community college mathematics. No laboratory affiliations or research teams are indicated in the provided documentation.


