Skip Fennell
Professor of Education
Professor of Education Skip Fennell debunks the misconception that mathematics is no fun. For the past two years he set a lively example as president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the world’s largest and most influential mathematics education organization. While there, he helped create and promote “Curriculum Focal Points,” a document that spells out the core math skills students need in grades pre-K through eighth grade, which drew praise from combatants on various sides of the “math wars.” More recently, he served on the National Mathematics Advisory Panel, a White House-commissioned group charged with identifying the most effective ways to prepare students for introductory algebra. Dr. Fennell, an avid reader and runner who averages 30 miles per week, looks forward to returning to his classroom on the Hill in fall 2008 to train the next generation of motivated educators.
Professor Skip Fennell’s Number
- Marathons completed: 7
- Grandchildren: 7
- Days per week he says we all use math: 7