Susan B. Empson
3 books
About the Author
Susan B. Empson is a distinguished educator and author renowned for her innovative contributions to mathematics education, particularly in fostering cognitively guided instruction for young learners. With a PhD in mathematics education from the University of Georgia, she has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between cognitive psychology and classroom practice, empowering teachers to support children's natural mathematical thinking. Empson's work emphasizes student-centered approaches that build on children's intuitive understanding of numbers, fractions, and decimals, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. As a professor emerita at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she continues to influence educators worldwide through her research, workshops, and publications, advocating for equitable and joyful mathematics learning experiences that inspire lifelong curiosity in the subject.
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pedagogical
evidence-based
accessible
