Benjamin Peter Spiro
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Contact Information
Jefferson East Falls Campus
4201 Henry Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Education
MA, Pure Mathematics, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, (2014)
BA, Independent Concentration: Mathematical Logic & Dramatic Writing, Boston University, Boston, MA, (2005)
Certifications
Teaching in Higher Education Certificate, Temple University (2014)
PA Instructional II, 7-12 Mathematics Certificate
Awards
Excellence in Service by an Adjunct Faculty Award, Temple University, Dept. of Mathematics (2015-2016)
Research Interest
Ben Spiro’s research interests are focused on pragmatic, structural changes to classroom format and pedagogy that respond to the demands of students who arrive at undergraduate mathematics from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. Currently he is collecting data on student-teacher questioning interactions and vicarious learning during these interactions.
Focus Areas
Mathematics Education, Undergraduate Education, Dialogue in Mathematics