MAA Chair-Elect of Congress
Mathematics Faculty - Coconino Community College
Term: July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026

This Section Visitor is available to present on the following topics at Section meetings:

Active Learning
Active learning is a teaching method that engages students in the learning process. Research shows that this teaching method increases student success. One of the challenges with this type of learning is where to obtain materials to use in the classroom. There are many websites that have activities to use in your classroom. However, what if there are no activities available for the topic you are teaching? This presentation  will describe the research to build the case for active learning. Then it will outline where to find activities for your topic. Lastly, the process of how to create your own learning activities in your classroom will be explored.

Creating an Accessible Classroom
We all know the importance of creating an accessible classroom for students with disabilities, but do we know how? Also, what design strategies can be used to make a classroom accessible so that all students benefit? This presentation will discuss the concept of Universal Design, and share practical strategies for your classroom. Come learn about changes we can make to our classrooms so that all students, including students with disabilities, such as neurodiversity, visual impairments, and hearing impairments, have the opportunity to engage more fully in your course.

Creating a Transfer Data Science Program
Data science is an expanding field and preparing students for this field is very important. Having a program that will provide the skills that employers need is a growing need. Two-year colleges could provide an avenue for students to enter this field. Creating a pathway at two-year colleges has been a challenge. This presentation will explore the process for creating a transfer pathway from a two-year college to a four-year college, and discuss the tools that teachers of data science topics need.

For more information about the Section Visitor program, please visit the Section Visitor webpage.