Nesrin Sahin

Nesrin Sahin is an Associate Professor in the Mathematics Department at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA). Her work focuses on pre-service teachers' mathematical and statistical knowledge for K-12 education, with research interests in algebraic thinking, rational numbers, probability concepts, and data analysis.

Education:

• Ph.D., Mathematics Education, University of Central Florida

Her research explores how future teachers develop foundational mathematical skills and pedagogical strategies. Recent publications emphasize problem-solving in algebra, probability applications in biology education, and interdisciplinary connections between science and mathematics. She contributes to improving teacher training through studies on fraction division, word problem construction, and student strategy use in mathematics achievement.

Publications consistently address educational methodologies and conceptual understanding, bridging theory and classroom practice.