Math pioneer eyed for Women of Distinction award
Contact:
Malgorzata Dubiel, 778.782.3800; dubiel@math.sfu.ca
Marianne Meadahl, PAMR, 778.782.3210; marianne_meadahl@sfu.ca
Malgorzata Dubiel, a senior lecturer of mathematics at Simon Fraser University and Canadian math education pioneer, has been selected as one of 59 nominees for a 2011 YWCA Women of Distinction Award.
Dubiel is cited for her 40 years of experience in working to improve math education in Canada, largely through extra-institutional activities such as math camps, conferences and community outreach programs promoting gender-sensitive math education, reaching out to students of all ages.
Much of her focus has been on helping elementary school teachers and children to change misconceptions about math typically formed at an early age.
Her contributions have encouraged many young women to engage with mathematics, challenge their perceptions and even consider careers in a field where women continue to be underrepresented.
Dubiel has been recognized for her achievements previously and is a recipient of the 3M National Teaching Fellowship, the SFU Excellence in Teaching Award and the Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences Education Prize. She is one of four nominees for the YWCA award in the category of education, training and development.
The winners will be announced May 31.
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Comments
Comment GuidelinesMalgorzata is an excellent choice for this award! She was one of my instructors and one of the best for her approach to mathematics for adult learners.
She teaches with a passion and inspiration for math while combining wonderful counselling skills to manage those with math anxiety!
Daniel Theal
Malgorzata is a dedicated teacher and a wonderful person. Congratulations to her on being nominated. She deserves it.