Faculty

Dr. Jennifer Robinson is a mathematics educator with extensive experience teaching mathematics (years 9-13) at secondary schools in New Zealand.

As a lecturer at ECAE, Dr. Robinson teaches courses focusing on mathematical pedagogy, conducts academic research, and participates in projects as part of service to the college and community.

Prior to joining ECAE, she worked for over 13 years at the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) in varying roles, including Curriculum Section Manager.

Her research interests involve mathematics education, with a focus on pedagogy and attitudes.

She holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from Curtin University, a Graduate Diploma of Teaching in Secondary Mathematics from Massey University, and a B.Sc. in Mathematics from Massey University.

• Robinson, J. M., & Aldridge, J. M. (2022). Environment-attitude relationships: girls in inquiry-based mathematics classrooms in the United Arab Emirates. Learning Environments Research, 25, 619-640. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10984-022-09409-x
• Robinson, J. M., & Aldridge, J. M. (in press). Changing perceptions of the learning environment and attitudes towards mathematics through inquiry-based learning: Girls in middle school classrooms in the UAE. In M. Dickson, M. McMinn, & D. Cairns (Eds.), Gender in STEM Education in the Arab Gulf countries. Springer.