"We find ourselves in a new educational era; technological advances have dramatically changed the world in which we live and the life skills needed for success in that world. Today's students need mathematics instruction that focuses less on practice of rote procedures and more on problem solving, logical thinking, and communication."

Title(s): Associate Dean for Academic Affairs | Professor

Education: Ph.D., University of Chicago

Affiliations:

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Association of Mathematics Teachers of New Jersey
New Jersey Mathematics Coalition
Building a Learning Community in Science and Mathematics through Educational Partnerships
FANS: Families Achieving the New Standards in Math, Science, and Technology

Research interests:

I work primarily on the creation of mathematics curriculum materials for young children and with the teachers who use them. My efforts focus on experiences that promote active mathematics learning and that stress the importance of concrete and pictorial representations of skills and concepts. The work is published in two forms that complement each other well: major elementary mathematics textbook series and popular educational software programs.

Recent publications:

Charles, R., W. Crown, F. Fennell et al (2004). Scott Foresman-Addison Wesley Mathematics. Glenview, IL: Scott-Foresman.

Crown, W. D. (2004). “Using Technology to Enhance a Problem-Based Approach to Teaching: What Will and What Will Not Work.” In: Lester, F. and R. Charles (Eds.), Teaching Mathematics through Problem Solving: Prekindergarten - Grade 6.  Reston, VA: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.

Crown, W., J. Caldwell, and J. Schielack (2004). eTools. Glenview, IL: Scott-Foresman. 

Rosenstein, J., J. Caldwell, and W. Crown (1996). New Jersey Mathematics Curriculum Framework. Trenton, NJ: New Jersey Department of Education.