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Maria Tackett is an Associate Professor Practice in the Department of Statistical Science at Duke University. She specializes in innovative and inclusive course design, focusing on curriculum development for undergraduate statistics and data science courses, particularly the 'second course' in the curriculum. Her research examines the impact of identity and classroom environment on students' sense of belonging in introductory math and statistics courses, and she identifies pedagogical practices that foster community among students. Tackett has published several articles, including works that discuss student perceptions and the importance of classroom community for persistence in STEM fields. She is actively involved in grants that aim to prepare underrepresented minority students for careers in STEM.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Teaching and research focused on inclusive course design and student engagement in statistics.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)