Ryan C. Smith teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses focused on the teaching
and learning of mathematics, and the effective use of technology in the classroom.
He also supervises prospective middle school and secondary mathematics teacher candidates
in their field experiences. His research interests include the use of technology in
the mathematics classroom and the factors that influence teachers’ decisions when
planning and implementing mathematics lessons involving the use of technology. He
has worked on local and nationally funded projects focused on researching and developing
teachers’ knowledge and skills in effectively integrating technology into the mathematics
classroom.
Smith has published articles in Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, Educational Studies in Mathematics, Mathematics Teacher Educator, International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education, and Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School. The majority of Smith’s publications and research efforts have been collaborations
with students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Smith supervises honors
capstone projects, chairs Master students’ committees for their scholarly paper, and
serves on dissertation committees.
Smith received his Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Mathematics Education from
Auburn University, his Master of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from the University
of Houston, and his Doctor of Philosophy degree in Mathematics Education from North
Carolina State University. His work experience was as a high school mathematics teacher
in Houston, TX for five years.