Sonya Sherrod

Short Biography

Sonya Sherrod has earned both a B.S. and an M.A. in Mathematics at Texas Tech University. Currently, she is pursuing a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis on Mathematics and Science Education. Sonya is a graduate part-time instructor in elementary and middle level math methods courses.

Professional Interests

Sonya's current research interests are focused on the gap between males and females in conceptual understanding of mathematics and development of geometric spatial abilities, and the effects of classroom discourse on learning mathematics. She is collaborating with Dr. Jennifer Wilhelm, Bibi Ganesh, and Junlong Ji in the development of an instrument that will measure geometric spatial ability.

Selected Publications

Dwyer, J., Keating, M., & Sherrod, S. (2008). The Koch Snowflake. Mathematics Teaching 207, March 2008. 33-34.

Sherrod, S., & Wilhelm, J. (2008). A study of how classroom dialogue facilitates the development of geometric spatial concepts related to understanding the cause of moon phases. International Journal of Science Education (in press).

Wilhelm, J., Smith, W., Walters, K., Sherrod, S., and Mulholland, J. (2007). Engaging Pre-service Teachers in Multinational, Multi-campus Scientific and Mathematical Inquiry. International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education.

Wilhelm, J., Sherrod, S. & Walters, K. (2007). Experiencing a project-based learning environment: Challenging pre-service teachers to act in the moment. Journal of Educational Research (in press).

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