جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

John Rayfieldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Experiential Learning
• Agricultural Education
• STEM Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Rayfield is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and Communications at Texas Tech University. His research and teaching focus on experiential learning, instructional methods, and agricultural education program design. He has held roles as superintendent of the National FFA Livestock Career Development Event and assistant superintendent of the National 4-H Livestock Judging Contest, showcasing his leadership in agricultural youth programs. Dr. Rayfield’s awards include the AAAE Southern Region Distinguished Researcher (2016), the Texas A&M University Distinguished Achievement Award for Teaching, and the Honorary American FFA Degree (2013). He co-authored a textbook, Principles of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources , and has published extensively in agricultural education journals. Teaching Roles: Undergraduate courses include AGED 4404 (Methods of Teaching Agricultural Science) and AGED 3333 (Developing Secondary Agricultural Programs). Graduate courses include AGED 5302 (Research Methods in Agricultural Education) and AGED 5308 (Foundations of Adult Education). Research Interests: Focus on teacher development, experiential learning, and program efficacy in agricultural education. His work addresses challenges faced by educators, survey methodologies, and STEM integration. His service contributions span livestock judging, FFA leadership, and curriculum development, reflecting a commitment to advancing agricultural education through practice and policy.

• Number Theory
• Linear Algebra
• Mathematics Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Naveen Somasunderam is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh , affiliated with the School of Arts & Sciences . He holds dual doctoral degrees in Mathematics and Electrical/Computer Engineering, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving. Education Ph.D. Mathematics, Oregon State University (2019) M.S. Mathematics, Oregon State University (2016) Ph.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering, UC Santa Barbara (2010) B.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering, CSU Chico (2003) Research Focus His scholarship spans pure and applied mathematics with emphases on: Pure Mathematics : Analytic number theory (especially p-adic systems), linear algebra, and matrix theory. Applied Interdisciplinary Work : Computational methods for engineering/CS problems. Education Research : Active learning pedagogy, historical approaches to teaching mathematics, and K-12 outreach. Publication Trends Recent work (2022–2024) concentrates on number theory innovations (p-adic inequalities, finite fields) and educational resource development. Earlier publications (2010–2012) focused on computational mathematics for engineering applications, particularly matrix theory and PDE discretization. Outreach & Pedagogy Dr. Somasunderam actively promotes mathematical engagement through K-12 outreach programs featuring hands-on projects (e.g., fractals, stereographic projections) and implements inquiry-based learning (IBL) techniques in university instruction. He collaborates with educators to develop historical source materials for analysis and topology courses.

Joakim Samuelssonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education
• Subject Based Teaching and Learning
• Early Interventions in Math and Reading
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Joakim Samuelsson is a Professor at Linköping University (LIU), affiliated with the Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning (IBL) and the Division of Education, Teaching and Learning (PEDI). His work focuses on early interventions in math and reading, subject-based teaching methodologies, and educational systems improvement. Research interests center around evidence-based strategies for educational outcomes, particularly in foundational academic skills. His contributions address challenges in mathematics and literacy acquisition through structured pedagogical frameworks. No specific articles, grants, or awards are listed in the provided information. He remains accessible via joakim.samuelsson@liu.se for collaboration inquiries.

Haitham Alkhateebمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mathematics Education
• Educational Research
• Teacher Professional Development
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Haitham Alkhateeb is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Baltimore , affiliated with the Yale Gordon College of Arts and Sciences . He serves as Director of both the Mathematics Program and the Developmental Mathematics Program, contributing to program development and pedagogical innovation across the U.S. and Qatar. His research focuses on mathematics education, teaching practices, and student learning outcomes. Ph.D., Ohio University M.S., Ohio University B.S., College of Science and Technology His research interests include student motivation , self-esteem and math achievement , learning strategies , inquiry-based learning , and the history of Arabic algebra . His recent work emphasizes equity-centered courseware, open educational resources, and culturally inclusive instructional practices. His publications span topics like academic self-concept , reading strategies , and developmental mathematics redesign , with keywords in education, psychology, and cross-cultural studies. His awards highlight excellence in teaching, leadership, and interfaith service. Teach Access Fellowship Program (2025, $4,000) Grant for No Cost/Low-Cost Materials (OER) Integration (2025, $1,000) Motivation and Learning Strategies in Self-Paced Math (2024-2025, $1,000) Use of OER in College Algebra (2024-2025, $1,000) Accessibility Inclusion Fellowship (2024, $2,000) IBL Grant for College Algebra (2020, $500)

Patrick Bolandمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Mathematics
• Calculus
• Differential Equations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Patrick Boland serves as a Curtis E. Huntington Collegiate Lecturer in the Mathematics Department at the University of Michigan. He teaches a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses across various mathematical disciplines. Boland earned his B.A. from Providence College in 2003 and his Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts in 2010. His teaching responsibilities span foundational to advanced mathematics, reflecting his extensive knowledge across the mathematical spectrum. His expertise encompasses calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, geometry, and topology, with particular emphasis on innovative pedagogical approaches. Boland has developed and taught numerous inquiry-based learning (IBL) courses including Introduction to Cryptology, Honors Multivariable & Vector Calculus, and specialized courses for future educators. Dr. Boland maintains regular office hours in East Hall, providing student support on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5pm in room 4851, and Wednesdays from 3-4pm in room B860. He currently teaches multiple sections of Calculus I (MATH 115) to undergraduate students.

Angela K. Kubenaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Geometric Group Theory
• Undergraduate Mathematics Education
• CAT(0) Geometry
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Angela K. Kubena is a Lecturer IV in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan , where she also serves as Training Director and is a member of the Introductory Program Coordination Team . She teaches undergraduate courses including Calculus I and Linear Algebra, and is actively involved in curriculum development and instructor training. Education: Ph.D., University of Chicago (2004) Research Interests: Angela Kubena specializes in Geometric Group Theory and Undergraduate Mathematics Education . Her work in geometric group theory includes deep investigations into CAT(0) geometry , complexes of groups , Coxeter groups , Artin groups , and the asymptotic behavior of groups and metric spaces . She also focuses on improving the pedagogy and delivery of introductory mathematics courses at the undergraduate level. Her teaching and leadership roles are centered on enhancing the learning experience for first-year students, particularly in Calculus and Linear Algebra. She leads group-based instruction and inquiry-based learning (IBL) sections, and provides training and support for graduate student instructors and faculty. Labs & Teams: Angela is integral to the Introductory Program Coordination Team at the University of Michigan, which oversees the structure, delivery, and continuous improvement of foundational mathematics courses. She also contributes to the department’s professional development programs for instructors.

Karin Nilssonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Reading Ability in Intellectual Disability
• Cognitive Linguistics
• Special Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Karin Nilsson is an Assistant Professor at Linköping University's Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning (IBL), affiliated with the Disability Research Division (FUSA) and the Swedish Institute for Disability Research. Her work focuses on advancing understanding of reading ability in adolescents with mild intellectual disability to enable active societal participation through evidence-based literacy support. Her research investigates linguistic, cognitive, and environmental variables affecting reading ability in adolescents with mild intellectual disability, critically examining whether established reading theories from typical development apply to this population. She emphasizes decoding skills and reading comprehension as critical components requiring tailored interventions, with particular attention to home environment influences and cognitive-linguistic predictors. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate cohesive focus on reading ability in intellectual disability, spanning teacher perspectives on accessible instruction, user-centered text adaptation processes, meta-analytic reviews of cognitive correlates, and longitudinal developmental trajectories. Her work bridges clinical linguistics, educational psychology, and disability studies to address the sparse knowledge base in this field. Dr. Nilsson actively contributes to the Disability Research Division (FUSA), which conducts interdisciplinary research measuring disability impact with emphasis on cognition and communication. This division operates within Linköping University's mission to improve societal conditions for people with disabilities through rigorous scientific inquiry and practical application of findings.

Daniele Rossoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Algebra
• Representation Theory
• Quantum Algebra
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Daniele Rosso is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Indiana University Northwest (since July 2023), previously serving as an Assistant Professor there from 2017. He held a Visiting Assistant Professor position at the University of California, Riverside (2014–2017), and was a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Ottawa and the Centre de Recherches Mathématiques. He earned his PhD in Mathematics from the University of Chicago in 2013, under Victor Ginzburg, and completed undergraduate studies at the Università di Bologna. His research focuses on algebra, representation theory, quantum algebra, and noncommutative algebra, with contributions to generalized Weyl algebras, Grothendieck rings, and exotic Springer fibers. Recent work includes collaborations on twisted Weyl algebras and Bell-Rogalski algebras. He actively organizes conferences and sessions on representation theory, geometry, and combinatorial techniques. Rosso has received multiple teaching awards, including the IU Northwest Board of Trustees' Teaching Award (2022, 2019, 2016) and the NSF/HHMI Scientific Teaching Fellowship (2016–2017). He also mentors students through programs like Math Circles of Chicago and Lead The Future. His academic service includes refereeing for journals like SIGMA and Algebras and Representation Theory, and organizing departmental activities such as the Math Department Coffee Hour at UC Riverside. He has contributed to teaching initiatives, including the Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) method during his graduate studies.

Alexander Rennetمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Pedagogy
• Curriculum Development
• Active Learning Techniques
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Alexander Rennet is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream and Associate Chair (Math) at the Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga. His work focuses on pedagogical innovation and curriculum design in undergraduate mathematics education. Current research explores student experiences in hybrid learning environments, active learning strategies (including Inquiry-Based Learning), and the integration of technology like the MathMatize platform to support transitions from secondary to university-level mathematics. He has secured funding through the UTM Teaching Development and Innovation Grant (TDI) and the UofT Learning Education Advancement Fund (LEAF) Impact grant to study curricular redesign and teaching methodologies. He organizes professional development initiatives for teaching assistants and instructors, such as the MCS TA Day, Teaching Workshop, and Summer Instructor Showcase. His recent courses include Linear Algebra I (MAT223), Introduction to Mathematical Logic (MAT309), Introduction to Combinatorics (MAT344), and Calculus for Life Sciences (MAT132/4).

• Technology Integration in Education
• Project-Based Learning (P-BL)
• Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alex Pan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education at The College of New Jersey . His research focuses on technology integration, literacy development, and project-based learning in elementary education. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer-Assisted Instruction from the University of Illinois (1991), an M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language (1985), and a B.A. in American and English Language and Literature (1978) from National Kaohsiung Normal University. Ph.D. , Computer-Assisted Instruction, University of Illinois, 1991 M.A. , Teaching English as a Second Language, University of Illinois, 1985 B.A. , American and English Language and Literature, National Kaohsiung Normal University, 1978 His research spans technology integration , inquiry-based learning , and globalization’s impact on education . Recent work examines AI in elementary classrooms, cyber threats in digital learning, and strategies for supporting autistic students through technology. Key publications include studies on project-based learning (P-BL) , iSTEAM education , and hypermedia tools for literacy. He has secured grants such as the School of Education Research and Practice Mini-Grant Program and Institute of Education Sciences (IES) grants . Collaborations with Anthony Conte , K. Digiacomo , and K. Cook highlight interdisciplinary efforts. His work emphasizes student ownership , critical thinking , and cross-cultural education .

• Citizen Science
• Disease Ecology
• Human-Animal Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tuomas Aivelo is an Assistant Professor at Leiden University, affiliated with the Science Institute of Biology Leiden (IBL). His work bridges natural and social sciences, focusing on citizen science, disease ecology, human-animal interactions, and science education. He leads the Helsinki Urban Rat Project, which investigates urban rat ecology, environmental policy, and educational engagement through collaborations with schools, municipalities, and NGOs. Education: PhD in Biology (Madagascar fieldwork on lemur parasites), postdoctoral research in Swiss Alps tick ecology, and later transition to research group leadership. Current grants include a Finnish Research Council Academy Fellowship (2023–2027). Research interests emphasize multispecies urban ecosystems (e.g., Dutch homes' biodiversity, urban rat behavior) and the societal dimensions of science education, particularly addressing sex/gender representation in biology curricula. Notable awards include the J.V.Snellman Prize for Science Communication (2019) and recognition for his book Loputtomat Loiset (Endless Parasites). He advises Finnish Parliament and international bodies on One Health and science education, and writes a monthly nature column for Tiede Luonto magazine.

Hanna Bennettمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Mathematics Education
• Geometric Group Theory

Hanna Bennett is a Lecturer IV and Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan. She earned her Ph.D. in Geometric Group Theory from the University of Chicago in 2009 under the advisorship of Benson Farb. Her primary research interests focus on Mathematics Education and Geometric Group Theory . She specializes in developing innovative teaching methodologies, particularly through Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) approaches. Dr. Bennett has extensive teaching experience across multiple mathematical disciplines, including: Coordinator for Calculus II (Math 116) and Co-coordinator for Calculus I (Math 115) Mathematics content courses for pre-service elementary teachers Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry Linear Algebra Elementary Mathematical Statistics Mathematics of Symmetry

Anton Lukyanenkoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Metric Geometry
• Sub-Riemannian Geometry
• Dynamical Systems
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Anton Lukyanenko is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at George Mason University (GMU). He conducts research at the intersection of metric geometry, analysis, dynamical systems, group theory, and number theory, with a focus on sub-Riemannian spaces and applications to computer science, biology, and robotics. He emphasizes computation and visualization in his work. On the teaching side, Lukyanenko prioritizes early access to research-level mathematics through programs like the Mason Experimental Geometry Lab (MEGL). He employs inquiry-based learning (IBL) and groupwork-focused pedagogy, particularly in courses such as "Mathematics of Cryptography: An Introduction" and advanced topics like geometric group theory. His teaching spans undergraduate to graduate levels, including distance-learning formats. Contact details: Email: alukyane@gmu.edu Office: 4113 Exploratory Hall, GMU He has previously taught at the University of Michigan, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and University of Maryland College Park, often designing IBL-style courses for both university and high school students.