Joanne Caniglia, Ph.D.
Biography
Joanne Caniglia earned an undergraduate degree in mathematics at John Carroll University and her masters in mathematics at Youngstown State University. She was a secondary teacher and department chair in Niles and Akron, Ohio for 12 years and spent time as a graduate researcher at Â鶹´«Ã½ where she received her doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Mathematics Education. She taught for 14 years at Eastern Michigan University where she was Professor of Mathematics Education. While there she was awarded the Distinguished Teaching Award and the Governor's Award for Distinguished Teaching. Her research activities include creating meaningful mathematical tasks to assist secondary and special education students. She is a PI and Co-PI for many National Science Foundation and Board of Regents initiatives.
Education
M.A. in Mathematics, Youngstown State University
Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Mathematics Education emphasis, Â鶹´«Ã½
Expertise
Minority Students
Professional Development
Special Education
Underrepresented Population in STEM
Mathematics and special education
How mathematics and education come together to support students with disabilities learn mathematics
Making mathematics accessible to all students
Awards/Achievements
- Kent State, Faculty that Make a Difference, 2017
- Volunteer of the Year, PROJECT LEARN, 2015
- VISA, Innovative Educator Award, October, 2013
- Finalist, Akron Board of Education, Service Award 2010
- Distinguished Teaching Award, Eastern Michigan University, Governor's Award for Distinguished Teaching, Eastern Michigan University