Patricio Herbst

Patricio Herbst is a Professor of Education and Mathematics at the University of Michigan, affiliated with the Department of Mathematics within the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. His research focuses on mathematics education, particularly in geometry education, teacher professional development, and the use of technology-enhanced pedagogy. He explores instructional decision-making, the design of practice-based teacher education programs, and the infrastructure supporting mathematics education research.

Herbst’s work bridges theory and practice, addressing how teachers navigate instructional challenges in geometry courses for secondary teachers. He investigates tensions in professional development contexts and the role of simulations in fostering pedagogical expertise. His recent publications emphasize curriculum design, multimodal representations of practice, and the analysis of educational journals as field-building resources.

He contributes to policy and equity-focused research, advocating for systemic improvements in instructional capacity. Herbst collaborates across institutions to advance doctoral education and infrastructure for mathematics education research. His research highlights the interplay between practical rationality and theoretical frameworks in shaping teaching practices.