Bio

Mathematics teaching and learning - in particular, how different teaching approaches impact students' learning, how to teach mathematics for a “growth mindset”, and how equity is promoted in mathematics classrooms. The role of groupwork and mathematical discussions in the development of understanding. The ways teachers may be supported in moving towards equitable and effective teaching environments. The importance of data science and ways to integrate data science into all subjects in school.

Academic Appointments

Administrative Appointments

  • Endowed Chair, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University (2019 - Present)
  • The Nomellini-Olivier Professor of Education., Graduate School of Education, Stanford University (2019 - Present)
  • Professor, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University (2010 - Present)
  • Professor, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University (2006 - 2006)
  • Associate Professor, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University (2000 - 2006)
  • Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University (1998 - 2000)

Honors & Awards

  • Walter Denham Mathematics Leadership award, California Mathematics Council (2015)
  • Kay Gilliland Equity Award, National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (2014)
  • Early Career Award, National Science Foundation (1999)

Boards, Advisory Committees, Professional Organizations

  • Marie Curie Professor, The University of Sussex (2019 - Present)
  • Fellow, Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (2004 - 2005)
  • Lecturer, Mathematics Education, King's College, London (2019 - Present)
  • Deputy Director Mathematics Assessment Team, King's College, London (2019 - Present)
  • Teacher of Mathematics, (ages 11-18), Inner London comprehensive schools (2019 - Present)

Professional Education

  • BSc, Liverpool University, Psychology (1985)
  • MA, King's College, London University, Mathematics Education (1991)
  • PhD, King's College, London University, Mathematics Education (1996)

Contact

  • Academic
    JOBOALER@stanford.edu
    University - Faculty Department: Graduate School of Education Position: Professor

Additional Info

Links

Research Interests

  • Brain and Learning Sciences
  • Collaborative Learning
  • Data Sciences
  • Diversity and Identity
  • Educational Policy
  • Equity in Education
  • Gender Issues
  • Math Education
  • Motivation
  • Parents and Family Issues
  • Professional Development
  • School Reform
  • Teachers and Teaching
  • Technology and Education

Current Research and Scholarly Interests

Studying the Impact of a Mathematical Mindset Summer Intervention, HapCaps: Design and Validation of Haptic Devices for improving Finger Perception (with engineering & neuroscience) The effectiveness of a student online class (https://lagunita.stanford.edu/courses/Education/EDUC115-S/Spring2014/about) (NSF). Studies on mathematics and mindset with Carol Dweck and Greg Walton (various funders). Studying an online network and it's impact on teaching and learning (Gates foundation)

2024-25 Courses

Stanford Advisees

All Publications

  • Studying the Opportunities Provided by an Applied High School Mathematics Course: Explorations in Data Science JOURNAL OF STATISTICS AND DATA SCIENCE EDUCATION Boaler, J., Conte, K., Cor, K., Dieckmann, J. A., LaMar, T., Ramirez, J., Selbach-Allen, M. 2024

    View details for DOI 10.1080/26939169.2024.2333735

    View details for Web of Science ID 001222475600001

  • Infusing Mindset through Mathematical Problem Solving and Collaboration: Studying the Impact of a Short College Intervention EDUCATION SCIENCES Boaler, J., Brown, K., LaMar, T., Leshin, M., Selbach-Allen, M. 2022; 12 (10)

    View details for DOI 10.3390/educsci12100694

    View details for Web of Science ID 000872667600001

  • Thinking Better: The Art of the Shortcut in Math and Life by Marcus du Sautoy (Book Review) MATHEMATICAL INTELLIGENCER Book Review Authored by: Boaler, J. 2022

    View details for DOI 10.1007/s00283-021-10168-5

    View details for Web of Science ID 000772739900002

  • The Transformative Impact of a Mathematical Mindset Experience Taught at Scale FRONTIERS IN EDUCATION Boaler, J., Dieckmann, J. A., LaMar, T., Leshin, M., Selbach-Allen, M., Perez-Nunez, G. 2021; 6

    View details for DOI 10.3389/feduc.2021.784393

    View details for Web of Science ID 000743031800001

  • The importance and emergence of K-12 data science PHI DELTA KAPPAN LaMar, T., Boaler, J. 2021; 103 (1): 49-53

    View details for DOI 10.1177/00317217211043627

    View details for Web of Science ID 000687762000011

  • Mathematics for Human Flourishing. (Book Review) AMERICAN MATHEMATICAL MONTHLY Book Review Authored by: Boaler, J. 2020; 127 (9): 861–64

    View details for DOI 10.1080/00029890.2020.1807791

    View details for Web of Science ID 000584573100013

  • What Would the Nautilus Say? Unleashing Creativity in Mathematics! JOURNAL OF HUMANISTIC MATHEMATICS Selbach-Allen, M., Williams, C., Boaler, J. 2020; 10 (2): 391–414

    View details for DOI 10.5642/jhummath.202002.18

    View details for Web of Science ID 000556955300017

  • The Derailing Impact of Content Standards – an Equity Focused District held back by Narrow Mathematics International Journal of Educational Research - Open LaMar, T., Leshin, M., Boaler, J. 2020; 1

    View details for DOI 10.1016/j.ijedro.2020.100015

  • Limitless Mind Learn, Lead and Live Without Barriers Boaler, J. Harper Collins Publishers. 2019
  • Achieving Elusive Teacher Change through Challenging Myths about Learning: A Blended Approach Education Sciences Anderson, R. K., Boaler, J., Dieckmann, J. 2018; 8 (3): 1-33

    View details for DOI 10.3390/educsci8030098

  • Psychological Imprisonment or Intellectual Freedom? A Longitudinal Study of Contrasting School Mathematics Approaches and Their Impact on Adults' Lives JOURNAL FOR RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION Boaler, J., Selling, S. K. 2017; 48 (1): 78-105

    View details for Web of Science ID 000391156500004

  • Mathematical mindsets: Unleashing students' potential through creative math, inspiring messages and innovative teaching Boaler, J. John Wiley & Sons. 2015
  • What's math got to do with it?: How teachers and parents can transform mathematics learning and inspire success Boaler, J. Penguin. 2015
  • The elephant in the classroom: Helping children learn and love maths Boaler, J. Souvenir Press. 2015
  • Mathematics and science inequalities in the United Kingdom: when elitism, sexism and culture collide OXFORD REVIEW OF EDUCATION Boaler, J., Altendorff, L., Kent, G. 2011; 37 (4): 457-484

    View details for DOI 10.1080/03054985.2011.595551

    View details for Web of Science ID 000299433300003

  • Mathematics and science inequalities in the United Kingdom: when elitism, sexism and culture collide Oxford Review of Education Boaler, J., Altendorff, L., Kent, G. 2011; 37 (4): 457-484
  • Changing students’ lives through the de-tracking of urban mathematics classrooms Journal of Urban Mathematics Education Boaler, J. 2011; 4 (1): 7-14
  • Promoting ‘relational equity’and high mathematics achievement through an innovative mixed‐ability approach British Educational Research Journal Boaler, J. 2008; 34 (2): 167-194
  • Creating mathematical futures through an equitable teaching approach: The case of Railside School Teachers College Record Boaler, J., Staples, M. 2008; 110 (3): 608-645
  • When politics took the place of inquiry: A response to the National Mathematics Advisory Panel’s review of instructional practices Educational Researcher Boaler, J. 2008; 37 (9): 588-594
  • What's Math Got to Do with It?: How Parents and Teachers Can Help Children Learn to Love Their Least Favorite Su bject Boaler, J. Penguin. 2008
  • Promoting respectful learning EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP Boaler, J. 2006; 63 (5): 74-78

    View details for Web of Science ID 000235148100014

  • Urban success: A multidimensional mathematics approach with equitable outcomes PHI DELTA KAPPAN Boaler, J. 2006; 87 (5): 364-369

    View details for Web of Science ID 000234411500007

  • How a detracked mathematics approach promoted respect, responsibility, and high achievement THEORY INTO PRACTICE Boaler, J. 2006; 45 (1): 40-46

    View details for Web of Science ID 000235679900006

  • Connecting mathematical ideas: Middle school video cases to support teaching and learning Boaler, J., Humphreys, C. Heinemann Portsmouth, NH. 2005
  • When learning no longer matters: Standardized testing and the creation of inequality PHI DELTA KAPPAN Boaler, J. 2003; 84 (7): 502-506

    View details for Web of Science ID 000181310800006

  • When learning no longer matters: Standardized testing and the creation of inequality Phi Delta Kappan Boaler, J. 2003; 84 (7): 502-506
  • Learning from teaching: Exploring the relationship between reform curriculum and equity JOURNAL FOR RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION Boaler, J. 2002; 33 (4): 239-258

    View details for Web of Science ID 000184964300002

  • The development of disciplinary relationships: Knowledge, practice and identity in mathematics classrooms For the learning of mathematics Boaler, J. 2002; 22 (1): 42-47
  • Paying the price for ' sugar and spice ': Shifting the analytical lens in equity research Mathematical Thinking and Learning Boaler, J. 2002; 4 (2-3): 127-144
  • Learning from teaching: Exploring the relationship between reform curriculum and equity Journal for research in mathematics education Boaler, J. 2002: 239-258
  • Exploring the nature of mathematical activity: Using theory, research andworking hypotheses' to broaden conceptions of mathematics knowing Educational Studies in Mathematics Boaler, J. 2002; 51 (1-2): 3-21
  • Experiencing school mathematics: Traditional and reform approaches to teaching and their impact on student learning Boaler, J. Routledge. 2002
  • Mathematical modelling and new theories of learning Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications: International Journal of the IMA Boaler, J. 2001; 20 (3): 121-128
  • Students' Experiences of Ability Grouping - disaffection, polarisation and the construction of failure 24th Annual Conference of the British-Educational-Research-Association Boaler, J., Wiliam, D., Brown, M. ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD. 2000: 631–48

    View details for Web of Science ID 000166112500006

  • Exploring situated insights into research and learning JOURNAL FOR RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION Boaler, J. 2000; 31 (1): 113-119

    View details for Web of Science ID 000084315900007

  • Mathematics from another world: Traditional communities and the alienation of learners The Journal of Mathematical Behavior Boaler, J. 2000; 18 (4): 379-397
  • Exploring situated insights into research and learning Journal for research in mathematics education Boaler, J. 2000: 113-119
  • Students' experiences of ability grouping-disaffection, polarisation and the construction of failure British Educational Research Journal Boaler, J., Wiliam, D., Brown, M. 2000; 26 (5): 631-648
  • Multiple perspectives on mathematics teaching and learning Boaler, J. Greenwood Publishing Group. 2000
  • Participation, knowledge and beliefs: A community perspective on mathematics learning Educational studies in mathematics Boaler, J. 1999; 40 (3): 259-281
  • Alternative approaches to teaching, learning and assessing mathematics Evaluation and Program Planning Boaler, J. 1998; 21 (2): 129-141
  • Open and closed mathematics: Student experiences and understandings Journal for research in mathematics education Boaler, J. 1998: 41-62
  • Mathematical equity—underachieving boys or sacrificial girls? International Journal of Inclusive Education Boaler, J. 1998; 2 (2): 119-134
  • Reclaiming school mathematics: The girls fight back Gender and Education Boaler, J. 1997; 9 (3): 285-305
  • Equity, empowerment and different ways of knowing Mathematics Education Research Journal Boaler, J. 1997; 9 (3): 325-342
  • When even the winners are losers: Evaluating the experiences of top set'students Journal of Curriculum Studies Boaler, J. 1997; 29 (2): 165-182
  • Setting, social class and survival of the quickest British educational research journal Boaler, J. 1997; 23 (5): 575-595
  • Learning to lose in the mathematics classroom: A critique of traditional schooling practices in the UK International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education Boaler, J. 1996; 9 (1): 17-33
  • The Role of Contexts in the Mathematics Classroom: Do they Make Mathematics More ' Real '? For the learning of mathematics Boaler, J. 1993; 13 (2): 12-17
  • Encouraging the transfer of ‘school’mathematics to the ‘real world’through the integration of process and content, context and culture Educational studies in mathematics Boaler, J. 1993; 25 (4): 341-373
  • The ‘psychological prisons’ from which they never escaped: The role of ability grouping in reproducing social class inequalities Boaler, J. 2005
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