Sunghwan Byun

Sunghwan Byun is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education in the Department of STEM Education at North Carolina State University. His research focuses on discourse, classroom interaction, and equitable teaching practices in mathematics, statistics, and data science education. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from Michigan State University (2021), an M.S. in Statistics (2020), and previous degrees from Oregon State University (M.S. 2008) and Kyungpook National University (B.S. 2007). Prior to academia, he was a National Board Certified high school mathematics teacher.

• Education:
• Ph.D. Mathematics Education, Michigan State University, 2021
• M.S. Statistics, Michigan State University, 2020
• M.S. Mathematics Education, Oregon State University, 2008
• B.S. Mathematics Education, Kyungpook National University, 2007

His research emphasizes improving undergraduate data science instruction and fostering equitable learning environments. Current projects include video-based coaching for mathematics teachers to support linguistically marginalized students and developing professional modules for statistics graduate teaching assistants. He has secured over $735,000 in NSF grants for these initiatives.

His work addresses systemic inequities through participatory research methods, focusing on power dynamics in teacher collaboration and the intersection of race/ethnicity in mathematics education. He collaborates with institutions like Michigan State University to create scalable models for equitable pedagogy.