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Adam Poetzel serves as a Senior Instructor in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He joined the faculty in the fall of 2007 after a decade of teaching mathematics at Champaign Central High School. Adam's primary focus is on the preparation of pre-service mathematics teachers, aiming to equip them with effective strategies to teach diverse K-12 students. He regularly teaches various methods courses for both undergraduate and graduate candidates, which critically examine the role of technology and assessment in contemporary mathematics classrooms. Adam maintains strong connections with local schools and is actively involved in grants focused on the professional development of in-service mathematics teachers. He strives to bridge research and practice, continuously reflecting on student progress and working to engage students in meaningful mathematical experiences. His commitment to effective teaching is evident in his courses, where he models best practices and emphasizes building relationships with students to facilitate learning.
GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.