Prof. Paola Di Muro

Prof. Associate III – Mathematics and Computer Science Department

Learning Skills Specialist – Academic Skills Centre

• Laurea (Doctor in Mathematics), University of Bologna, Italy (equivalent to Canadian Master’s Degree)
• Professional Italian Teaching Certifications, Bologna, Italy
• B.Ed(A.D.), Brandon University
• Certification in University and College Administration (Center for Higher Education Research and Development – CHERD), University of Manitoba

Teaching:

During the 2014-15 academic year, I am teaching

Fall:

• 62.171 Introduction to Statistics A01
• 62.171 Introduction to Statistics A02

Winter: I will be on sabbatical leave from Jan 1 to June 30, 2015.

Other courses taught:

• 62.091 Core Mathematics
• 62.152 Contemporary Mathematics
• 62.155 Mathematics of Finance
• 62.172 Introduction to Statistical Inference
• 62.182 Linear Algebra I
• 62.272 Applied Statistics

• 58:ITAL:101 Introduction to Italian (6 credit hours)
• 58:ITAL:250 Intermediate Italian I
• 58:ITAL:251 Intermediate Italian II

Math Skills Centre:

 I am responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating and revising programs that meet the math learning skills needs of individual students and groups of students. I am available for individual appointments and also supervise the Math Peer Tutors who provide walk-in support during the regular terms. In cooperation with various departments on campus, I conduct a variety of targeted workshops to assist the students in understanding fundamental concepts and their application in a variety of areas.

Research Interests:

I am interested in the scholarship of teaching and learning, including the effect of motivation on learning math, Learning Styles Theories, blended courses and their effect on increased retention.

Awards Received:

• Senate Award for Excellence in Teaching (May 31, 2013)
• SASA (Student Affairs and Services Association) Innovation Award, BU/CMB Writing and Math Online, Jun 20, 2006
• CADE (Canadian Association for Distance Education) Award of Excellence in Student Services, BU/CMB Writing and Math Online, May 24, 2006

Links of Interest

• How to Study Mathematics
• Seven Principles of Good Practice

Interests:

I enjoy classical music, soccer, reading, spending time with my family, and teaching.