Sumreen Asim Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Elementary Science and Technology
Hillside Hall 15
Phone: (812) 941-2146
sasim@ius.edu
Biography
Dr. Sumreen Asim earned her PhD from the College of Teacher Education and Administration in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of North Texas. Over the last 15 years she has been involved in teaching a range of classes both in elementary and secondary education. Her work includes the support for preservice and in-service teachers- both urban and suburban- in implementing inquiry-based instructional approaches. Her research interests are in collaborative efforts for global sustainability, focusing on informal STEM education, culturally-responsive professional development, and educational technology. Dr. Asim has presented her work at both national and international conferences including AERA, ASTE, NARST and REP.
Academic Background
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Doctorate
- University of North Texas, Denton, USA
- Doctor of Philosophy, Major in Curriculum and Instruction, Minor in Educational Technology
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Masters
- Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, USA
- Science and Environmental Education
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Masters
- Southampton College, Southamapton, USA
- Elementary Education
Professional Interests
Teaching
Science Education
Informal Science Education
Educational Technology
Culturally-Responsive Professional Development
Research
My research interests involve contributing to a coherent body of research on K-12 teachers’ knowledge of informal science education, culturally-responsive education, and educational technology.
Hobbies/Interests
- Travel
- Reading
