Dr. Leslie Dietiker

Associate Professor

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Biography

Leslie Dietiker is the Associate Dean and an Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at Wheelock College of Education and Human Development at Boston University. Her research concentrates on curricular perspectives utilized by mathematics teachers and the integration of mathematics curriculum materials. Dietiker is a recipient of the Boston University Metcalf Award for Excellence in Teaching and has served as the lead author and editor for multiple mathematics textbooks aimed at middle and high school education through the Collaborative Problem Solving Mathematics Educational Program. In addition, she is a fellow of the International Society for Design and Development in Education (ISDDE). Previously, she dedicated 17 years to teaching mathematics at Phillip Sala Burton Academic High School in San Francisco. Dietiker's work emphasizes the importance of effective curricular design and teacher interactions with textbooks, ultimately aiming to enhance the learning experiences of students in mathematics education. Her contributions have been recognized in various forums, including presentations at international conferences.

Research Interests

Courses

ME 547 Methods of Teaching Mathematics: High School ME 558 Mathematics Curriculum: Programs, Issues, & Trends ME 363/563 Problem Solving ME 703 Curriculum Research Theory Mathematics Education

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

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