Math and Science Ed – Melissa Graham

Short Bio

Melissa Graham’s research interests include anything related to teacher learning.  In particular she is interested in Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching (MKT), culturally responsive pedagogy, teacher professional development, lesson study, and applying situated learning theories to preservice teacher learning.

Her career plans are to hold a tenure track position that allows her to work with preservice and practicing mathematics teachers, either at the middle or secondary level.

She is currently a senior lecturer in Eastern Washington University’s Department of Mathematics. She holds a master’s degree in Mathematics from Eastern, as well as two bachelor’s degrees from Eastern: Physics, and Secondary Education in Mathematics.

Referreed Journal Articles

• Graham, M., & Lesseig, K. (2018). Back-Pocket Strategies for Argumentation. Mathematics Teacher, 112(3), 172-178.

PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

• Graham, M. (2019, August).  Keynote speaker (invited).  Success in college: Tips for students and parents. EWU Running Start Orientation, Cheney, WA.
• Graham, M. (2018, April). Math activity facilitator (invited).  Lessons Taught, Lessons Learned. EWU Department of Mathematics, Cheney, WA.
• Graham, M. & Larios, T. (2018, November). Professional development for dual credit mathematics teachers: Research to practice. National Alliance of Concurrent Enrolment Partnerships (NACEP) Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX.
• Graham, M. (2018, August).  Keynote speaker (invited).  Success in college: Tips for students and parents. EWU Running Start Orientation, Cheney, WA.
• Graham, M., & Roth McDuffie, A. (2018, February). Using complex instruction to support equitable practices in mathematics professional development. The Globalization, Diversity, and Education Conference, Airway Heights, WA.
• Graham, M. & Lesseig, K. (March, 2017). Examining teacher learning through Mathematics Studio. Poster presented at WSU Showcase, Pullman, WA, March 31, 2017.
• Graham, M., & Lynn, K. (October, 2016). What the standards for mathematical practice look like in a college classroom. The Northwest Mathematics Conference, Yakima, WA October 21-23, 2016.
• Alvin, B., Lane, J., Coomes, J., & Graham, M. (May, 2011). Strategies for improving students’ motivation and learning in developmental and first college mathematics courses. Assessment, Teaching, and Learning Conference, Spokane, WA.
• Gentle, R. & Graham, M. (October, 2010). Archimedean Solids. The Northwest Mathematics Conference, Spokane, WA.