Judith Zawojewski , Ph.D.

Judith S. Zawojewski works with teachers of mathematics and engineering educators who are interested in improving the learning, teaching and assessment of mathematics in their educational environment. In particular, she studies the role of modeling and problem solving in developing mathematical capabilities. She is particularly interested in enhancing the mathematics education experience for all students.

Dr. Zawojewski received her Ph. D. in teaching and learning processes (specializing in mathematics education) from Northwestern University (1986); M. S. Ed. in mathematics education from National College of Education (1978); B. S. Ed. in mathematics and education from Northwestern University (1973).

Dr. Zawojewski is on the Board of Directors for the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2009-2012), and has published for practitioners and researchers. Recent publications for practitioners include chapters in two 2010 National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Publications: Linking Formative Assessment and Mathematics Education Research in Teaching and Learning Mathematics: Translating Research to the Secondary Classroom; and Looking Beyond the Answer in Teaching and Learning Mathematics: Translating Research to the Elementary Classroom. Recent contributions for researchers include a 2010 article titled, Using Educational Research in the Design of Evaluation Tools for Open-Ended Problems in the International Journal of Engineering Education, a 3 chapters and lead editor role in the 2008 book, Models and Modeling in Engineering Education: Designing Experiences for All Students, and a 2007 chapter titled Problem Solving and Modeling in the Handbook of Research on Mathematics Teaching and Learning.