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Judith S. Zawojewski has long been interested in the teaching and learning of
mathematics in the context of the classroom experience. In particular, she is involved
in the development and study of models and modeling as problem solving for middle and
high school students, and in engineering education. She is particularly interested in
enhancing the mathematics education experience for all students, by tapping a
diversity of strengths and perspectives that different students bring to the problem
solving and modeling experience.
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 publishes for both practitioners and researchers. Her recent work for
practitioners includes a series of books for the National Council of Teachers of
Mathematics: Navigating through Problem Solving and Reasoning in Grade 3
(2004); Grade 4 (2005); Grade 5 (2006); and Grade 6 (in press).
Dr. Zawojewski’s recent work for researchers includes a series of chapters in Beyond
Constructivism: A Models and Modeling Perspective on Problem Solving, Learning and
Instruction in Mathematics and Science Education (2003) in which she addresses
problem solving and small group activity. Her current collaborative work will result
in a chapter on problem solving and modeling for the forthcoming Handbook of
Research on Mathematics Teaching and Learning: Volume 2; and chapters (and
editorship) for the forthcoming Models and Modeling in Engineering Education:
Designing Experiences for All Students.
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