Tanya Flushman, Ph.D.
Jess Jensen, Ph.D.
associate professor
Dr. Jess Jensen is an Associate Professor of Elementary Mathematics Education at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Since earning her Ph.D. from the University of Iowa in 2017, she has been passionate about transforming the way future educators approach math in the classroom to make it a more relevant and creative subject.
Her research brings a dynamic lens to equitable teaching, empowering preservice teachers to inspire deep, meaningful mathematical thinking in young learners. Dr. Jensen also leads innovative studies on how elementary students and undergraduate mentors discover and grow their STEM identities through immersive experiences in K–6 STEM and makerspace classrooms.
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Briana Ronan, Ed.D.
associate professor
Briana Ronan, Ph.D. brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the Multiple Subject Credential Program and SABE (Spanish Authorization for Bilingual Educators) Programs. With a doctorate in education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a deep commitment to supporting bilingual education, Ronan teaches courses on language acquisition and Latinx experiences in U.S. schools. She is also a key player in the implementation of California’s English Language Development standards. Her research on multimodal literacy practices and technology initiatives for academic language development reflects her dedication to shaping the next generation of educators.
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