Curriculum Vitae                                

Hamide Dogan-Dunlap

University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)

Mathematical Sciences Department

e-mail: hdogan@utep.edu

 


BACKGROUND

Turkish American; Born and Raised in Turkiye; Fluent in both Turkish and English.

EDUCATION

2001 Ph.D. Mathematics, University of Oklahoma, Norman.

         Dissertation Advisor : Dr. Curtis McKnight, Professor of Mathematics,

                                                 University of Oklahoma.

             

1995 MS. Mathematics, University of Oklahoma, Norman. December, 1995.

1991 BS. Mathematics, Middle East Technical University (M.E.T.U), Ankara, Turkiye. May, 1991.

WORK HISTORY

2007-Present    Associate Professor of Mathematics at the University of Texas at El Paso.

 

2002-2007 Graduate Advisor for the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Mathematics at UTEP, Mathematical Sciences (over 50 students).

 

2001(Sept)- 2007  Assistant Professor of Mathematics at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP).

2000-2001 Assistant Professor. Eastern Connecticut State University.

Some of the Courses Taught

·         Calculus, integrating online tools; Elluminate (virtual classroom), WebAssign, Webct and BlackBoard.

·         Matrix algebra integrating online materials and tools; web-based supplementary materials supported by an NSF grant, Elluminate is used for office hours.

·         Principles of Mathematics using Elluminate for office hours.

·         Logic and proof

·         Calculus and Analysis

·         Technology in mathematics classroom, offered the course fully online with Elluminate (online course delivery system) and Blackboard.

·         Introduction to research in mathematics education, offered as a hybrid course using webct.

PUBLICATIONS AND RESEARCH ACTIVITIES (* with students).

Papers

 

*H. Dogan-Dunlap and A. Zamora  (2010). Metonymies, Metaphors and Reasoning: Case of a Linear Algebra Student. PME 34, Belo Horizonte, Brazil, July 18-13, 2010.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap (2010).  Emotion, Confidence, Perception and Expectation Case of Mathematics.  International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, IJSME

             (in press).

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap (2010). Linear Algebra Students’ Modes of Reasoning: Geometric Representations. Linear Algebra and Its Applications (LAA), 432. pp. 2141-2159.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap (2010). Interactive Online Modules and Take-Home Assignments for Inquiry-Learning to Provide First-Hand Experience in Matrix Algebra Course. NSF Final Report.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap. (2009). Linear Algebra Students’ Modes of Reasoning: Geometric Representations. Linear Algebra and Its Applications (LAA). Electronic version http://www.sciencedirect.com. pp. 1-19.

 

*H. Dogan-Dunlap and F. P. Meza. (2008). Summaries of Two Theses on Student Thinking in Linear Algebra. IMAGE, The Bulletin of the International Linear Algebra Society (ILAS). Spring 2008, issue number 40, Spring 2008. pp.18-20.

 

*H. Dogan-Dunlap and R. Jordan (2008). Modeling Spiral Growth in a GSP Environment. Journal of Online Mathematics and its Applications (JOMA). Volume 8. February 2008. 18 pages.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, (2007). Reasoning with metaphors and constructing an understanding of the mathematical function concept. In J. Woo, H. Lew, K. Park and D. Seo (Eds.) Proceedings of the 31st Conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (PME) Seoul, Korea, July 8-13, 2007. Refereed Research papers. pp. 209-217, Volume 2.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, J. Dunlap, E. Izquierdo and O. Kosheleva (2007). Learn by Teaching: A Mediating Approach to Teaching and Learning Mathematics for Prospective Teachers.Journal of Issues in the Undergraduate Mathematics Preparation of School Teachers (IUMPST), April, 2007. pp. 1-15.

H. Dogan-Dunlap. (2006). Socialization in Online Mathematics Learning Environments. The Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 2006, Vol. 6, pp. 3712-3717. (Award winning research paper at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference (ISTE)).

*H. Dogan-Dunlap and Q. Liang, (2006) “Affect Factors: Case of a Pedagogical approach for prospective teachers.” Alatorre, S., Cortina J.L., Saiz, M., and Mendez, A. (Eds), The proceedings of 28th annual meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (PME-NA). Research Papers. Mérida, México, Vol.2, pp. 717-723.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, (2006). “Intermediate algebra students’ nonmathematical prior knowledge and conceptualization of function.” Proceedings of the Third International Conference on the Teaching of Mathematics (at the undergraduate level). Istanbul, Turkey. Refereed paper number 429. 7 pages.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, (2006). “Pre-service Teachers’ Attitude Toward and Perception of Mathematics: Case of a pedagogical approach to teaching and learning.”  Proceedings of the Third International Conference on the Teaching of Mathematics (at the undergraduate level). Istanbul, Turkey. Refereed paper number 430. 6 pages.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap. (2006) “Socialization in Online Mathematics Learning Environments.” The proceedings of the 2006 Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference. Orlando, Florida, pp. 3712-3717.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap. (2006) “Lack of Set Theory-Relevant Prerequisite Knowledge.” International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology (IJMEST). Vol. 37, No. 4, June 2006. pp. 401-410.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, J. Peeples and S. Lewis (2006). “Women in Math Play.” Association for Women in Mathematics Newsletter, Vol. 36. No. 3. May-June, 2006. pp. 22-23 .

*C. Torres and H. Dogan-Dunlap (2006) “Technology use in ability-grouped high school mathematics classrooms.” E-Journal of Instructional Science and Technology (e-JIST). Vol. 9, No. 1 (13 pages).

*H. Dogan-Dunlap, C. Torres and F. Chan (2005). “Language-Based Prior Knowledge and Transition to Mathematics.” ERIC Education Resources Publication. ED490513.

H. Dogan-Dunlap (2004) “Changing Students' Perception of Mathematics through An Integrated, Collaborative, Field-Based Approach To Teaching and Learning Mathematics.” ERIC Education Resources Publication. ED490407. 

H. Dogan-Dunlap (2004). “Pedagogy of Online Courses: Case of Matrix and a Research Mathematics Courses.” The proceedings of the 17th ICTCM (International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics) conference. New Orleans. pp. 68-73.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, (2004). “Computers and Linear Algebra.” WSEAS Transactions on Mathematics. Vol. 3, Issue 3,  pp. 537-542.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, (2004) “Computers and Linear Algebra.” The CD-ROM proceedings of the 2004 WSEAS International Conference on Applied Mathematics. ISBN: 968-8457--01-7.

 

H. Dogan (2004). “A comparison Study Between a Traditional and Experimental Program.” Paper presented at the ISCA 10th international conference on Intelligent Systems. ERIC Education Resources Publication. ED482567.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap. (2004) “Visual Instruction of Abstract Concepts for Non-major Students.” The International Journal of Engineering Education (IJEE). Vol. 20. n.4. pp 671-676.

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap, (2003). “Technology-Supported Inquiry Based Learning in Collegiate Mathematics.” The Electronic Proceedings of the 16th annual ICTCM (International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics), Chicago, November 2003 (6 pages). 

 

H. Dogan, (2001). “A Comparison Study Between a Traditional and Experimental Program” published in the Proceedings of the ISCA 10th International Conference on Intelligent Systems, June 13-15, 2001 the Hyatt Arlington, Virginia.

 

H. Dogan, (2001)." A comparison study between a traditional and experimental first year linear  algebra program.” Unpublished Dissertation, University of Oklahoma, Norman.

              It can be found at  www.math.utep.edu/Faculty/hdogan/home.htm.

Book Chapters

H. Doğan-Dunlap, E. Özdemir Erdoğan and Ç. Kılıç (2010). Mathematical Induction: Misconceptions and Learning Difficulties (Mathematiksel Tumevarim: Karsilasilan Kavram Yangilari ve Ögrenme Güçlükleri). In M. F. ÖzmantarE. Bingölbali, and H. Akkoç (Eds,) Matematiksel Kavram Yanılgıları ve Çözüm Önerileri (Conceptual Understanding in Mathematics and Recommendations). Pegem Academy Publishing. Chapter 11, pp. 293-330. 2nd edition. (in Turkish).

H. Doğan-Dunlap, E. Özdemir Erdoğan and Ç. Kılıç (2008). Mathematical Induction: Misconceptions and Learning Difficulties (Mathematiksel Tumevarim: Karsilasilan Kavram Yangilari ve Ögrenme Güçlükleri). In M. F. ÖzmantarE. Bingölbali, and H. Akkoç (Eds,) Matematiksel Kavram Yanılgıları ve Çözüm Önerileri (Conceptual Understanding in Mathematics and Recommendations). Pegem Academy Publishing. Chapter 11, pp. 293-330, 1st edition (Invited chapter). (In Turkish).

 

*H. Dogan-Dunlap and M. Ramos. (2007) Transitioning from University Math Education to First-Year Math Teacher: Examining Data Analysis in a Qualitative Study. In E. Hampton, and S. Peregrino (Eds.) A Toolkit for Educator Research: Research for Mutual Understanding in Diverse Communities. Kendall/Hunt Publishing. Chapter 9 pp. 124-142.

 

Books

H. Dogan-Dunlap. (2008). Linear Algebra Teaching and Learning: Visualization. Dr. Müller Aktiengesellschaft & Co. KG Publishing, Germany.

*S. Villa and H. Dogan-Dunlap (2009). Mathematics Performance and Reading Skills: Problem Solving. VDM Verlag publishing. (Invited; modified version of Sandra Villa’s thesis).

 

 

 

Others

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap.  (2008). Making Transition to Linear Independence Through Set Theory and a Web Module. Presentations made at the Joint Meetings of the MAA and AMS from the contributed papers sessions on Innovative and Effective Ways to Teach Linear Algebra. San Diego, 2008.

              http://math.pepperdine.edu/dstrong/LinearAlgebra/2008/index.html

 

H. Dogan-Dunlap. Virtual interactive activities for linear algebra.

                       www.math.utep.edu/Faculty/hdogan/home.htm.

 

 

Theses

 

Azucena Zamora (Thesis), (2010). Use of cognitive constructs in linear algebra. (2076864511th ed.). MAI 48/06, Dec 2010: ProQuest Dissertations and Theses.

Hong Yue (Thesis) (2008) Concept Maps as Assessment Tools in Mathematics: Comparison with Clinical Interviews. Master’s Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. May 7th, 2008 Master’s Thesis, University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources. Best thesis award winner.

 

Sandra Villa (Thesis) (2008) Correlation between Reading and Mathematics performance: An analysis of Stanford Achievement Test Scores in Grades 6-11. Master’s Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. April 29th, 2008 Master’s Thesis, University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources.

 

 

Robert Trejo (Thesis). (2007). “Student Thinking Modes Expressed while Determining Linear Independence/Dependence of Sets of Vectors.” Trejo, R., Master’s Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. May 7th, 2007 Master’s Thesis, University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources. 6375.

 

Fara Meza  (Thesis). (2007). “Student Thinking Modes: The Case of Solution Sets and Linear Independence from First Year Linear Algebra.” Meza, F., Master’s Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. May 17th 2007. Master’s Thesis, University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources. 6391.

 

Lorraine Melgoza (Thesis). (2007). “The Implementation of Positive Descriptive Feedback Based on Daily Assessment in a College Developmental Mathematics Class.” Melgoza, Lorraine., Master’s Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. and co-chaired by Lesser, L. April 24th, 2007. Master’s Thesis, University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources.

 

Melinda Ramos (Thesis). (2006). “Do Pre-service Teachers’ beliefs and classroom practices towards mathematics change when they begin teaching?”  Ramos J. M., Master’s Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. Master’s Thesis, University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources no: 6255. May, 2006.

 

Christina Torres (Thesis). (2005). “Differences in teachers’ choice of technology and its implementation amongst ability-grouped high school math classes.” Torres, E. C. Master’s Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources no: 6070.

 

German Moreno (Thesis). (2003). “Relationships between Interaction, Definition, and Proof.” by Moreno, G. A. Master Thesis directed by Dogan-Dunlap, H. University of Texas at El Paso Library, electronic resources no. 5921, 2003. He successfully defended his thesis in fall 2003, and received the Department’s outstanding thesis award.

 

Papers Graduate Students Published

M. Ramos. (2007) Qualitative Data Analysis: Practicing with raw Data. In E. Hampton, and S. Peregrino (Eds.) A Toolkit for Educator Research: Research for Mutual Understanding in Diverse Communities. Kendall/Hunt Publishing. Chapter 8. pp.100-123.

 

FUNDED GRANTS

 

Large Grants as PI

 

2008-2010 NSF/CCLI Grant: Interactive Online Modules and Take-Home Assignments for Inquiry-Learning to Provide First-Hand Experience in Matrix Algebra Course. Co-PI:  Piotr Wojciechowski. $149,939. Only Ten percent of the submitted proposals are funded.

 

Small Grants as PI

2008 NSF/AWM Mathematics Education Research Travel Grant. Provided support to research conferences. $789

 

2007 The Richard Skemp Memorial Grant through PME that provides support for research activities. $500.

 

2005  Wolfram. Inc. grant: Four copies of Mathematica to be given to the best two undergraduate  and two graduate presentations at the MAA Southwest section meeting in April 2005.

2005  Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) travel grant to support Tensor groups’ performances at conferences.

2004 “Encountering women in mathematics’ past.” MAA Tensor grant for women in mathematics project with J. Peeples from EPCC. $5000.

 

2002   UTEP University Research Institute (URI) scholarship. $1500.

2002  An interactive online Laboratory for the enhancement of matrix algebra and calculus III courses” Wolfram Inc. project grant. Grant provided licensing for 25 computers (grant paid partially the cost of the licensing for the first three years) as well as 25 copies of Mathematica and WebMathematica for Mathematics faculty. Total grant approximated to $5000.

 

2001 The Summer AAUP Curriculum Development Award for Placement of In Coming First Year Students in Computer Science Classes with Dr. Rommel from Eastern Connecticut State University. $2500.

 

 Institutional Supports

2002  UTEP Minority Alliance Program (LS AMP) (Partnership between UTEP and the El Paso Community college to gain high potential students from the Community College to Research programs at UTEP)-$1500 for materials to be used for the research I am conducting with a student from the Community College. $1500.

Number of Students Supported through grants (as PI):

 

·         Julio Seanz by URI grant; Undergraduate student in computer science

·         Ivan Vargas by NSF/CCLI grant; Graduate student in MS

·         Azucena Zamora by NSF/CCLI grant; Graduate student in MAT

 

Number of students supported through other Institutional grants

 

·         Rubi De Smet by LS AMP and MARC grants; Undergraduate student in mathematics

·         Fan Chen by MSP grant; Graduate Student in MAT

·         Christina Torres by MSP grant; Graduate Student in MAT

·         Melinda Ramos MSP grant; Graduate Student in MAT

·         Mo Pak MSP grant; Graduate Student in MAT