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Dr. Maria D. Ryan is an Assistant Professor in Business at Mary Immaculate College (MIC), affiliated with the Faculty of Education. She holds advanced degrees including a PhD in Mathematics Education (University of Limerick), and has extensive academic credentials in fields like Computing Science and German Linguistics. Her research focuses on mathematics anxiety, resilience, and educational strategies for diverse learner groups, particularly mature students and post-primary education professionals. Ryan frequently collaborates with institutions like the Mathematics Resilience Network and delivers workshops on overcoming math anxiety for teachers and parents.
Her educational background includes a BA in Liberal Arts, MA in German Linguistics, and advanced computing qualifications. Ryan’s work bridges pedagogical innovation with psychological insights, addressing systemic challenges in mathematics education. Key areas include adult numeracy support, the role of reflective teaching practices, and interventions for students in service mathematics courses.
Ryan has presented at international conferences such as the International Conference on Developing Mathematical Resilience (Warwick, 2024) and the Adults Learning Mathematics Conference (UL, 2023). Her publications span peer-reviewed journals like Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications and book chapters in Routledge’s Mathematical Resilience Book. She also contributes to public engagement through podcasts and blogs, emphasizing practical strategies for educators and learners.
Her research projects include analyzing mathematics anxiety among out-of-field teachers and mature students, as well as developing frameworks like the ‘Mathematics Life Story’ to trace anxiety origins. Ryan’s work is characterized by interdisciplinary collaboration, policy relevance, and a commitment to fostering equitable educational outcomes.
