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Yuling Zhuang is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, specializing in Mathematics Education. With a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from the University of Georgia, Zhuang has a robust research background focused on empowering teachers for meaningful STEM learning and active participation in argumentation. Her work addresses how teacher actions and contextual factors promote argumentation in the classroom, alongside developing practical tools to support teachers’ learning. Zhuang has published articles in prominent journals such as Educational Studies in Mathematics and the Journal of Mathematics Teacher Education. She is currently engaged in research projects investigating the potential of AI-driven teaching tools to enhance mathematics teachers’ abilities to engage students in argumentation. Zhuang collaborates with an interdisciplinary team from fields such as engineering and instructional technology, aiming to design innovative methods that advocate for integrated STEM education. Beyond research, she has extensive teaching experience in China and teaches various courses including pedagogy and mathematical learning.
University of Georgia • Athens, GA
Worked on an NSF-funded project integrating computer programming into elementary STEM classrooms using educational robotics.
Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.