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Shannon Driskell is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Dayton, within the College of Arts and Sciences. She is a full-time faculty member with extensive contributions to mathematics education and technology integration in teaching.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mathematics Education, University of Virginia, 2004
- M.A. in Instructional Technology, East Carolina University, 1997
- B.S. in Mathematics, Edinboro University, 1992
Her research focuses on mathematics education, particularly the integration of technology in teaching and learning. She explores how dynamic software enhances understanding of geometry and statistics among middle and secondary school teachers. Her work emphasizes pedagogical content knowledge, especially through the TPACK framework, and investigates effective professional development models for pre-service and in-service teachers. She has also contributed to curriculum development and instructional strategies for geometric reasoning and statistical problem solving.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend in educational technology, teacher training, and research methodology in mathematics education. Her work consistently addresses how digital tools transform pedagogy and improve student outcomes, with a focus on teacher cognition and classroom application.
Scientific Awards:
- Manuscript awarded the National Technology Leadership Initiative Award
Driskell has been actively involved in advising and collaborative research, contributing to national position statements and handbooks in mathematics teacher education. She has participated in numerous funded research projects related to technology in education, though specific grants are not listed. She has presented widely at national conferences such as AMTE and PME-NA, demonstrating sustained scholarly engagement.
She is associated with research teams focused on technology integration in mathematics education, particularly through collaborative projects on TPACK and dynamic software use. Her work often involves interdisciplinary teams across institutions, contributing to large-scale research initiatives in teacher development and educational innovation.
