Sheila Tabanli

Sheila Tabanli earned her Ph.D. in Computer Science at Missouri University of Science & Technology (Missouri S&T). She is currently an Assistant Teaching Professor of Mathematics at Rutgers University – New Brunswick. Her scholarship focuses on designing student-centered, evidence-based instructional strategies to improve student learning experiences and sense of belonging in math classrooms. She recently developed an instructional framework grounded on research in cognitive science and Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Dr. Tabanli has more than 20 years of experience in the K-20 education domain and has diverse hands-on experiences in designing and implementing inclusive, research-based, engaging learning practices. She is a fellow of Rutgers Chancellor Teaching Fellowship program to develop pedagogical innovations for personalized pathways aimed at improving student learning outcomes.