Ginger A. Rhodes

Ginger Rhodes is a professor of mathematics education at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Before beginning her career in higher education, she taught high school mathematics in eastern North Carolina. That experience continues to shape her commitment to preparing and supporting mathematics teachers. Her work centers on mathematics teaching and learning, teacher leadership, professional learning, and partnerships with schools and educators. She also serves as Assistant Chair and Undergraduate Program Coordinator in UNCW’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics Education, University of Georgia
MAEd in Mathematics, East Carolina University
B.S. in Mathematics Education, North Carolina State University

Specialization in Teaching

Mathematics education, secondary mathematics teaching methods, mathematical modeling, discrete mathematics, geometry, technology in mathematics education, and the preparation and supervision of prospective teachers.

Research Interests

Mathematics teacher education, mathematics teacher leadership and coaching, professional learning, mathematical knowledge for teaching, STEM education, and the preparation and support of secondary mathematics teachers.

Professional Service

Service to mathematics education organizations, university governance, curriculum development, program review, faculty development, professional publications, and state and national initiatives supporting mathematics teachers and teacher educators.

Community Engagement

Partnerships with schools and districts, professional learning for mathematics teachers and teacher leaders, mathematics tutoring, science and mathematics outreach, and statewide efforts to strengthen mathematics teaching and teacher preparation.

Honors & Awards

Discere Aude Award; Mathematics Teacher Education Partnership Leadership Academy; BRIDGES Leadership Institute; UNCW Gender and Leadership Academy; Service, Teaching and Research in Mathematics Education Fellowship; and UNCW recognition for applied learning and teaching.