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Josh Markle, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Education since 2022. Previously, he taught at Brock University and the University of Lethbridge, with prior experience as a secondary mathematics teacher. His research focuses on students' and teachers' classroom experiences in mathematics, emphasizing spatial reasoning development, embodiment in mathematical learning, and fostering student flourishing through mathematics.
Key research interests include:
- Spatial reasoning in problem-solving and task design
- Embodied cognition and classroom interaction
- Mathematics education equity and capability frameworks
- Interdisciplinary approaches to STEM learning
His recent publications explore themes like collaborative spatial visualization in STEM, embodied task design frameworks (e.g., 'Bodymarking'), and curriculum analysis in Alberta's education system. He teaches the course EDEL 316: Curriculum and Pedagogy in Elementary School Mathematics, focusing on effective teaching strategies and resource utilization.
No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His work emphasizes teacher education and curriculum development, with no recorded advising/grant information. He contributes to educational research through collaborative projects and methodological innovations in classroom analysis.