Reception & Mathematics Colloquium
Department of Mathematics, Science & Technology
Distinguished Alumnus Award Recipient 2009



Edward Silver
William A. Brownell Collegiate Professor of Education;
Professor of Mathematics, LSA
Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University -'77

Edward A. Silver is Professor of Education and Mathematics at the University of Michigan and Chair of the Educational Studies Program. He has taught at the middle school and high school levels in New York State and at universities in Illinois, California, and Pennsylvania. He received his Ed.D. in mathematics education in 1977 from Teachers College, Columbia University.

Silver's scholarly interests include the study of mathematical thinking, especially mathematical problem solving and problem posing; the design and analysis of intellectually engaging and equitable mathematics instruction for middle school students; innovative methods of assessing and reporting mathematics achievement; and effective models for enhancing the knowledge of teachers of mathematics. His work has been published not only in major research journals but also in outlets intended to reach the educational practice community, especially K-12 teachers of mathematics.

November 16, 2009
6:00pm to 9:00pm

A reception with light appetizers will be held in the Everett Lounge
(118 Zankel Building) from 6:00pm to 7:15pm

The award presentation and Colloquium lecture will be held in Milbank Chapel
(125 Zankel Building) from 7:15pm to 9:00pm

If you have any questions, please contact the Program in Mathematics
Teachers College Columbia University at 212-678-3381 or tcmath@tc.edu.

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