Nicole A. Bannister, Ph.D.
Curriculum Vita
EDUCATION
Academic Degrees
Ph.D. in Learning Sciences, 2009
College of Education, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Dissertation: Reframing practice: High school mathematics teachers’ learning through interactions in teacher groups
Committee: Ilana Horn, Ph.D. (Chair), John Bransford, Ph.D., Elham Kazemi, Ph.D., James King, Ph.D.
M.S. in Mathematical Sciences, 2001
College of Engineering and Science, Clemson University, Clemson, SC
B.S. in Mathematics, 1999
School of Science and Mathematics, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC
Minor: Secondary Mathematics Education
Honors Program Graduate
Academic Experience
Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 2012-Present
Jointly Appointed in the Departments of Teaching and Learning (51%) and Mathematical Sciences (49%), Colleges of Education and Science
Lecturer and Education Outreach Coordinator, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 2011-2012
Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Engineering and Science
Visiting Assistant Professor, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 2009-2011
Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Engineering and Science
Graduate Assistant, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 2008-2009
Masters in Instructional Leadership Program, College of Education
Research Assistant, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 2004-2008
Adaptive Professional Development Project, College of Education
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 1999-2001
Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Engineering and Science
RESEARCH
Research Interests
mathematics teacher learning in communities of practice contexts, frame analysis methods, entry points to learning strengths-based teaching practices and developing mathematical literacies
Publications
Refereed Journal Articles
Bannister, N., Kalinec-Craig, C., Bowen, D., & Crespo, S. (2018). Learning to notice and name students’ mathematical strengths: A digital experience. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 26(1). 13-31.
Leonard, A. E. & Bannister, N. (2018). Dancing our way to geometric transformations. Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 23(5). 258-267.
Bannister, N. (2018). Theorizing collaborative mathematics teacher learning in communities of practice. Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 49(2). 125-139.
Simpson, A., Bannister, N., & Matthews, G. (2017). Cracking her codes: Understanding shared technology resources as positioning artifacts for power and status in CSCL Environments. International Journal of Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning, 12(3). 221-229.
Bannister, N. (2016). FORUM: Breaking the spell of differentiated instruction through equity pedagogy and teacher community. Cultural Studies in Science Education, 11(2). 335-347.
Bannister, N. (2015). Reframing practice: Teacher learning through interactions in a collaborative group. Journal of the Learning Sciences, 24(3), 347-372.
Bannister, N. & Linder, S. (2015). Teaching for learning: Recasting a traditionally summative assessment as an intentionally formative experience. The Educational Forum, 79(2). 190-199.
Bannister, N. (2011). A sweet way to investigate volume. Mathematics Teacher, 105(5), 400.
Invited Articles and Chapters in Books
Bannister, N. & Arbaugh, F. (in press). Supporting spotlight teachers in video-based collaborative learning settings. O. Cavero & N. L. Calvet (Eds.), Pedagogy. InTech.
Refereed International and National Conference Proceedings
Bannister, N., Arbaugh, F., & Simpson, A. (2016). Pressing methodological boundaries: Analyzing PCK using frame alignment processes. In M. B. Wood, E. E. Turner, M. Civil, &J. A. Eli (Eds.), Proceedings of the 38th annual meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (pp. 1620-1623). Tucson, AZ: The University of Arizona.
Bannister, N. (2011). Reframing failure: An analysis of high school mathematics teachers' learning. In Wiest, L. R., & Lamberg, T. (Eds.), Proceedings of the 33rdAnnual Meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (pp. 399-407), Reno, NV: University of Nevada, Reno.
Bannister, N. (2011). Constructing equitable teaching practices: An analysis of mathematics teachers' conversations. In Wiest, L. R., & Lamberg, T. (Eds.), Proceedings of the 33rd Annual Meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (pp. 1946-1947), Reno, NV: University of Nevada, Reno.
Bannister, N. (2009). Reframing failure: High school mathematics teachers' learning about struggling students through participation in workplace communities. In S. L. Swars, D. W. Stinson, & S. Lemons-Smith (Eds.). Proceedings of the 31st Annual Meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (Vol. 5, pp. 1033-1041), Atlanta, GA: Georgia State University, GA.
Refereed Manuscripts Under Review
Bannister, N. & Sinwell, B. (2017). Motivating constructions. Manuscript submitted for publication.
Bannister, N., Sinwell, B., Jones, S. & Williams, C. L. (2017). Engaging statistical decision-making through a time estimation task. Manuscript submitted for publication.
Presentations
Refereed International and National Conference Presentations
Bannister, N., Arbaugh, F., & Simpson, A. (2017, April). The role of reification in analyzing teacher learning. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Antonio, TX.
Bannister, N., Arbaugh, F., & Simpson, A. (2016, April). Analyzing mathematics teacher learning using frame alignment processes. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Matthews, G., Bannister, N., & Simpson, A. (2016, April). Cracking her codes: Investigating technology boundary objects using interaction analysis. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Crespo, S., Bannister, N., & Kalinec-Craig, C. (2016, April). Learning to notice students’ mathematical competence. Research on math teacher education in an online multimedia environment symposium, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Bannister, N. (2015, April). An empirical example of teacher learning inside teacher community. American Education Research Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2014, June). Capturing teachers’ learning through their framing of a struggling student problem. International Conference of the Learning Sciences, Denver, CO.
Horn, I. S., Bannister, N., Black, A., Fetter, A., Hedgepeth, S., Lanier, J. (2014, April). Colleagues 2.0: The MathTwitterBlogoSphere and mathematics teachers’ professional learning. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, New Orleans, LA.
Bannister, N. (2014, April). A brief introduction to high-press questioning. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA.
Luedeman, J., Bannister, N., & Williams, C. L. (2014, January). Improving middle grades teacher quality through the Clemson Mathematics Institute and Video Club. Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.
Bannister, N. (2014, January). Capturing high school mathematics teachers’ learning through their framing of struggling student problem. Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.
Bannister, N. (2013, June). Moving towards agency: An analysis of mathematics teachers’ conversations. Science and Mathematics Teacher Imperative Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO.
Bannister, N. (2012, April). Constructing equitable teaching practices: An analysis of mathematics teachers’ conversations. Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Bannister, N. & Horn, I. S. (2010, April). Constructing student competence beyond the classroom: An analysis of mathematics teachers’ collaborative conversations. Research Pre-Session of the Annual Meeting of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, San Diego, CA.
King, J. & Bannister, N. (2010, April). Using video clubs as a vehicle to link instruction and student learning. National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA.
Bannister, N. & Horn, I. S. (2009, April). Re-framing failure: High school mathematics teachers’ learning about struggling students. Fostering Communities of Learners: 13th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction. Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Burrill, G., King, J. & Bannister, N. (2009, January). Making teaching public in a math centered learning environment: What did we learn? MSP Learning Network Conference, Washington, DC.
Bannister, N., Burrill, G., White, A., Kanim, K., & King, J. (2008, January). PD3: Opening classroom doors as a vehicle for change. MSP Learning Network Conference, Washington, DC.
Bannister, N. (2005, April). Exploring one teacher's experiences implementing reform based mathematics. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Pre-Session, St. Louis, MO.
Invited Presentations
Bannister, N. (2017, September). A frame analysis approach for analyzing teacher learning in communities of practice. University of Illinois-Chicago Learning Sciences Research Institute Speaker Series. Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2015, July). Geometry, Isometry, & Escher: Fostering productive academic talk in your classes. Tri-County Technical College, Pendleton, SC.
Bannister, N. (2015, March). Using collaborative methods in university mathematics courses. Association for Women in Mathematics at Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
Regional, State, and Local Presentations
Bannister, N. & Seawright, J. (2015, November). Standing tall: Facilitating meaningful classroom discourse in 6th grade. NCTM Regional Conference, Nashville, TN.
Bannister, N. (2015, November). Smarter together: Developing habits of mind for teaching middle level and secondary geometry. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2015, November). Strength in numbers: Learning to teach middle and secondary mathematics together. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. & Breazel, E. (2015, November). Inquiring minds: Student enrichment through a peer teaching experience. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. & Seawright, J. (2013, October). The power of pattern blocks…for students and their teachers! SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2013, March). Let’s talk! Generating productive academic talk in your mathematics classroom. Noyce Foundation Southeastern Conference, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2012, February). Connected representations and the amazing technicolor dreamcoat. Noyce Foundation Southeastern Conference, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N., Trakas, E. & Goss, C. (2011, October). Origami geometry: Connecting straightedge and compass constructions to origami. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Charleston, SC.
Bannister, N., Jackson, J. & Trakas, E. (2011, October). Complex instruction: Designing groupwork for middle school and secondary classrooms. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Charleston, SC.
Bannister, N. (2011, March). Complex instruction: Designing groupwork for secondary mathematics instruction. Noyce Foundation Southeastern Conference, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2006, June). Moving forward: Teachers' learning of ambitious teaching practices in the context of video club. Qualitative Methods Conference, Seattle, WA.
Grants
Bannister, N. (PI), Wilder, P. (Co-PI), & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI). Exploring the mathematics of genetics. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, January 2016. $172,258.
Bannister, N. (PI), Wilder, P. (Co-PI), & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI). Understanding geometry by design. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, January 2016. $142,200.
Bannister, N. (PI) & Wilder, P. (Co-PI). Inquiring minds: Motivating early adolescent learning in mathematics and science. Greenwood County Community Foundation Grant (External). Funded, November 2015. $4,200.
Bannister, N. (PI). Analyzing Mathematics Teacher Learning. University Research Grants Program, Project Completion Grant Program (Internal). Funded, January 2015. $3,000.
Williams, C. L. (PI), Deaton, C. (Co-PI), Bannister, N. (Co-PI), and Hardwick, R. (Co-PI). The Clemson Integrated Mathematics and Science Institute. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, July 2014. $107,082.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Matthews, G. (Co-PI). We Do Math—A Summer Camp for Girls. American Mathematics Society, Epsilon Fund Grant Program (External). Funded, June 2014. $5,000.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Matthews, G. (Co-PI). We Do Math—A Summer Mathematics Experience for High School Girls. Mathematical Association of America, America Tensor for Women Grant Program (External). Funded, June 2014. $6,000.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI) Improving Middle Grades Teacher Quality through the Clemson Mathematics Institute and Video Club. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, 2013-2014. $125,750.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI). Improving Middle Grades Teacher Quality through the Clemson Mathematics Institute and Video Club. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, 2012-2013. $88,000.
Che, S. M. (PI), Williams, C. L. (Co-PI), and Bannister, N. iPad technology in middle grades mathematics: Meeting the need for highly qualified mathematics teachers. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, June 2012. $61,056.
Bannister, N. (PI). Graduate Student Travel Grant. University of Washington College of Education Graduate Student Travel Grant Program, (Internal). Funded, 2009. $500.
Honors and Awards
College of Education Top 3 Faculty Recognition to the Clemson University Board of Trustees, 2016
Service, Teaching, and Research (STaR) Fellow, Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators, 2014
Excellence in Teaching Award, Eugene T. Moore School of Education, Clemson University, 2012-2013
Finalist for the Teaching and Teacher Education (Division K) Outstanding Dissertation Award, American Educational Research Association, 2010
Nominated for the Excellence in Teaching Award, Clemson University Undergraduate Student Government and Fluor Daniel Corporation, 2010
Finalist for the Spencer Dissertation Fellowship, National Academy of Education, 2010
Doi Doctoral Student Research Award, University of Washington, College of Education, 2008
Microsoft Innovative Teacher Award, Microsoft Partners in Learning, 2007
Recognition of Excellence Award for Outstanding Performance on the Praxis II (Mathematics: Content Knowledge), Educational Testing Service, 2006
Esther-Livesey Scholarship Award for Teachers, University of Washington, College of Education, 2004
Most Inspiring Teacher Award, Atlanta Toyota, Nominated by High School Student Joshua Golden, 2004
Student/Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) Teacher, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Nominated by High School Student David Rutter, 2004
Teacher Letter Faculty Award, Grayson High School, Nominated by Grayson Teachers, 2004
Outstanding Creativity in the Classroom Award, Grayson High School, 2003
The Center for Discrete Mathematics and Theoretical Computer Science (DIMACS) Connect Institute Fellow, Rutgers University, 2003
Georgia Intern-Fellowships for Teachers (GIFT) Fellow, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2003
Graduate Teaching Assistant of the Year, Clemson University, 2001
Inaugural Recipient of the Jeremy Warren Vann Memorial Scholarship, College of Charleston, 1999
TEACHING AND ADVISING
Collegiate Teaching Experience
College of Education, Clemson University
The Early Adolescent Learner (EDML 8030)
Middle Grades Mathematics Methods I and Practicum (EDML 8130, 8131)
Middle Grades Mathematics Methods II and Student Teaching (EDML 8230, 8231)
Middle School Assessment for Teachers (EDML 8080)
Advanced Middle School Curriculum (EDML 8410)
Advanced Studies in the Teaching of Secondary School Mathematics (EDSC 8420)
Teaching Methods and Strategies for Secondary Mathematics (EDSC 8620, 8621)
Classics in Mathematics (ED 9010)
Creative Inquiry: Inquiring Minds (ED 3970; HONS 499)
Doctoral Dissertation Research (ED 9910)
Directed Research (ED 9940)
Educational Tests and Measures (ED F 808)
Seminar in the Learning Sciences, II (ED F 9020)
College of Sciences, Clemson University
Differential and Integral Calculus (MATH 1070)
Calculus of One Variable II (MATH 1080)
Exploration and Analysis of Secondary Mathematics (MATH 4080)
Foundations of Mathematics for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7140)
Probability and Statistics for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7060)
Geometry for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7090)
Algebra for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7130)
Geometry for Secondary Mathematics Teachers (MATH 3080, MATH 7380)
Discrete Mathematics for Secondary Teachers (MATH 7490)
AP Calculus Institute (MATH 7770)
Special Topics: Equity & Groupwork in Middle Grades Mathematics Classrooms (MATH 7190)
Invited Guest Teaching Presentations
Adding and Subtracting Fractions. Foundations of Mathematics for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7140), Clemson University: Dr. Andy Tyminski, 2016.
Heterogeneous Groupwork. Teaching Secondary Mathematics (EDSC 4260). Dr. Dennis Kombe, 2015.
Research Informed Practice. Service Learning and Research Seminar (ECFS 305), University of Washington, Instructor: Dr. Tiffany Lee, 2009.
Groupwork in the Secondary Mathematics Classroom. Teaching Secondary Mathematics (EDMA 3357), Seattle Pacific University, Dr. Russ Killingsworth, 2006.
What kinds of activities help students make sense of mathematics? Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (EDTEP 582), University of Washington, Dr. Sunshine Campbell, 2005.
Technology in the Secondary Mathematics Classroom. Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (EDTEP 582), University of Washington, Dr. Ilana Horn, 2004.
Academic Advising
Dissertation Committee Chair
Leigh Martin, Curriculum and Instruction, Department of Teaching and Learning,
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: Graduated December 2016
Dissertation Committee Member
DeOnte Brown, Learning Sciences, Department of Education and Human Development
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: In Process
Lori Jacques, Learning Sciences, Department of Education and Human Development
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: ABD, In Process
Amber Simpson, Curriculum and Instruction, Department of Teacher Education
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: Graduated May 2015
Master of Education Committee Chair
Lisa Hall, Teaching and Learning, Department of Teaching and Learning
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: Graduated December 2016
Master of Education Committee Member
Committee Member for 2 students in the M.Ed. program, 2012-2016
Master of Arts in Teaching Committee Member
Committee Chair for about 30 students in the MAT Program, 2012-2018
Committee Member for about 52 students in the MAT program, 2012-2018
Secondary Teaching Experience and Licensure
Mathematics Instructional Coach, Seattle Public Schools, Cleveland High School, Seattle, WA,2006-2008
Mathematics Teacher, Seattle Public Schools, Cleveland High School, Seattle WA, 2006-2007
Mathematics Teacher, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Grayson High School, Loganville, GA,2001-2004
National Board Teaching Certification, National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification Area: Adolescence and Young Adulthood Mathematics (AYA/Math), 2008-2018
Teaching License, State of Washington, Certification Area: Mathematics (6-12), 2006-2016
Teaching License, State of Georgia, Certification Areas: Mathematics (6-12), Gifted-In Field, 2000-2010
Teaching License, State of South Carolina, Certification Area: Mathematics (6-12), 1999-2004
Advanced Placement Calculus Teaching Endorsement, The College Board, 2001
SERVICE
Service to the Field
Leadership
Appointed, 2019 NCTM Annual Meeting Program Committee, 2017-2019
Appointed, 2018 PME-NA Local Organizing Committee, 2017-2018
Appointed, NCTM Committee Review of AMTE Mathematics Teacher Preparation Standards, 2016
AP Reader, Advanced Placement Calculus AB and BC, The College Board, 2010-2012
Manuscript Reviewer
American Education Research Journal
Cognition and Instruction
Educational Researcher
Journal of Curriculum Studies
Journal of the Learning Sciences
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education
Journal of Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Educator
The MathMate
Teachers College Record
Teaching and Teacher Education
Thinking Skills and Creativity
American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference
Psychology of Mathematics Education – North America Chapter Annual Meeting
Professional Affiliations
American Educational Research Association (AERA)
Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE)
International Society of the Learning Sciences (ISLS)
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
Psychology of Mathematics Education, North American Chapter (PME-NA)
South Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (SCCTM)
Service to Clemson Colleagues
University, College, and Department Service
Middle Level Program Area Committee, 2012-2018
Ad Hoc Middle Level Program Development Committee 2017-2018
Teaching and Learning Department Curriculum Committee, 2015-2019
University Research Grants Committee, 2015-2018
Graduate Admissions and Continuing Enrollment Appeals Committee, 2014-2017
University Graduate Council, 2014-2017
Elementary Mathematics Education Search Committee, 2016-2017
Secondary Mathematics Education Search Committee, 2015-2016
Teaching and Learning Department Name and Vision Subcommittee, 2014-2015
Distinguished Scholar Visitation Committee, 2013-2015
Ad Hoc Committee on Clinical Supervision, 2013-2014
Founder and Facilitator, Teacher Induction Support Group, 2013
Clemson Calculus Challenge Exam Committee and Volunteer, 2011-2012
Chair, Committee for Revisions to MATH 4080 Exploration/Analysis of Secondary Math, 2011
Chair, Committee for Development/Revisions to Elementary Education Math Sequence, 2009-2010
Service to Practitioners and the Public
Invited Presentations
Bannister, N. (2016, July). A Multiple Representation Mash-Up Problem for Intermediate Algebra. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Atlanta, GA.
Bannister, N. (2016, July). Let's Talk About Intermediate Algebra. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Atlanta, GA.
Bannister, N. (2015, July). Using connected representations to promote reasoning and problem solving. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Anaheim, CA.
Bannister, N. (2015, July). Fostering meaningful mathematical discourse in your intermediate algebra classroom. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Anaheim, CA.
Bannister, N. (2014, July). Developing perseverance and problem solving skills in an intermediate algebra context. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Interactive Institute—Grades 9-12, Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2014, July). Developing mathematical precision and argumentation skills in an intermediate algebra context. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Interactive Institute—Grades 9-12, Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2007, October). Group-worthy Tasks. Northwest Mathematics Conference, Bellevue, WA.
Bannister, N. (2007, July). Using video as a tool to examine students’ understanding of mathematics. Park City Mathematics Institute, Park City, UT.
Bannister, N. (2006, November). Effective use of groupwork. Northwest Mathematics Interaction Workshop, Seattle, WA.
Professional Development Leadership and Design
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—EMG Workgroup. Designer and Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Workgroup Meetings. Greenwood, SC. August 2017-May 2018. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Exploring the Mathematics of Genetics. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Greenwood, SC. July 2017. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Geometry by Design. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Greenwood, SC. June 2017. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Geometry Workgroup. Designer and Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Workgroup Meetings. Greenwood, SC. August 2016-May2017. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Geometric Habits of Mind. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Greenwood, SC. August 2016. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Habits of Mind. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Abbeville, SC. June 2015. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Ben Sinwell
Classroom Discussions in Mathematics. Designer and Facilitator, Middle School Mathematics Teachers, Greenwood School District, Greenwood, SC. January 2015-March 2015.
Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Video Club. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Workgroup Meetings, Abbeville, SC. September 2011-May 2015. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Statistics and Teacher Community. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Abbeville, SC. July 2014. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Ben Sinwell
The Clemson Integrated Mathematics and Science Institute—Focus on Soil Investigations and Data Analysis. Co-Designer and Co-Facilitator, Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Greenville, SC. July 2014. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Cynthia Deaton, Dr. Renea Hardwick, Dr. Ben Deaton
Secondary Lenses on Learning: Team Leadership for Mathematics in Middle and High Schools. Facilitator, Yearlong Program for Middle School Teachers and Administrators, Greenwood School District, Greenwood, SC. August 2013-June 2014.
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Geometry and Groupwork. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Abbeville, SC. July 2013. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Ben Sinwell
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Algebra and Classroom Discourse. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Abbeville, SC. July 2012. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Ben Sinwell
Complex Instruction. Bookend Presentation and Workshop for the MAT Program, Clemson University, Clemson, SC. January 2013.
Reflecting on Practice: Connections to Research. Designer and Facilitator, Summer Institute for Teachers. Park City Mathematics Institute, Park City, UT. Summer 2008.
Through an Algebraic Lens. Co-Designer and Co-Facilitator, Teacher Workshop. Teacher Leaders of Math Academy, Bethel School District, Bethel, WA. June 2008. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Sara Sunshine Campbell
Seattle PD3 Video Club. Co-Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Meetings, University of Washington, Seattle, WA. September 2004-May 2008. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Ilana Horn
Learning from Teaching Cases Working Group. Designer and Facilitator, Summer Institute for Teachers. Park City Mathematics Institute, Park City, UT. Summer 2005-2008.
Secondary Lenses on Learning: Team Leadership for Mathematics in Middle and High Schools. Facilitator, Yearlong Program for Secondary Teachers and Administrators. Lakewood School District, Marysville, WA. September 2007-May 2008.
Secondary Lenses on Learning: Team Leadership for Mathematics in Middle and High Schools. Co-Facilitator, Program for Secondary Teachers and Administrators. Bellevue and Northshore School Districts, Bothell, WA. September 2006-May 2007. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Virginia Stimpson
Groupwork in the Mathematics Classroom. Designer and Facilitator, Teacher Workshop. Meadow Ridge Elementary School, Kent School District, Kent, WA. September 2007.
Groupwork in the Secondary Mathematics Classroom. Designer and Facilitator, Teacher Workshop. Northwest Mathematics Interaction, Seattle, WA. August 2007.
Academic Degrees
Ph.D. in Learning Sciences, 2009
College of Education, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Dissertation: Reframing practice: High school mathematics teachers’ learning through interactions in teacher groups
Committee: Ilana Horn, Ph.D. (Chair), John Bransford, Ph.D., Elham Kazemi, Ph.D., James King, Ph.D.
M.S. in Mathematical Sciences, 2001
College of Engineering and Science, Clemson University, Clemson, SC
B.S. in Mathematics, 1999
School of Science and Mathematics, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC
Minor: Secondary Mathematics Education
Honors Program Graduate
Academic Experience
Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 2012-Present
Jointly Appointed in the Departments of Teaching and Learning (51%) and Mathematical Sciences (49%), Colleges of Education and Science
Lecturer and Education Outreach Coordinator, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 2011-2012
Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Engineering and Science
Visiting Assistant Professor, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 2009-2011
Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Engineering and Science
Graduate Assistant, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 2008-2009
Masters in Instructional Leadership Program, College of Education
Research Assistant, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 2004-2008
Adaptive Professional Development Project, College of Education
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 1999-2001
Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Engineering and Science
RESEARCH
Research Interests
mathematics teacher learning in communities of practice contexts, frame analysis methods, entry points to learning strengths-based teaching practices and developing mathematical literacies
Publications
Refereed Journal Articles
Bannister, N., Kalinec-Craig, C., Bowen, D., & Crespo, S. (2018). Learning to notice and name students’ mathematical strengths: A digital experience. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 26(1). 13-31.
Leonard, A. E. & Bannister, N. (2018). Dancing our way to geometric transformations. Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 23(5). 258-267.
Bannister, N. (2018). Theorizing collaborative mathematics teacher learning in communities of practice. Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 49(2). 125-139.
Simpson, A., Bannister, N., & Matthews, G. (2017). Cracking her codes: Understanding shared technology resources as positioning artifacts for power and status in CSCL Environments. International Journal of Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning, 12(3). 221-229.
Bannister, N. (2016). FORUM: Breaking the spell of differentiated instruction through equity pedagogy and teacher community. Cultural Studies in Science Education, 11(2). 335-347.
Bannister, N. (2015). Reframing practice: Teacher learning through interactions in a collaborative group. Journal of the Learning Sciences, 24(3), 347-372.
Bannister, N. & Linder, S. (2015). Teaching for learning: Recasting a traditionally summative assessment as an intentionally formative experience. The Educational Forum, 79(2). 190-199.
Bannister, N. (2011). A sweet way to investigate volume. Mathematics Teacher, 105(5), 400.
Invited Articles and Chapters in Books
Bannister, N. & Arbaugh, F. (in press). Supporting spotlight teachers in video-based collaborative learning settings. O. Cavero & N. L. Calvet (Eds.), Pedagogy. InTech.
Refereed International and National Conference Proceedings
Bannister, N., Arbaugh, F., & Simpson, A. (2016). Pressing methodological boundaries: Analyzing PCK using frame alignment processes. In M. B. Wood, E. E. Turner, M. Civil, &J. A. Eli (Eds.), Proceedings of the 38th annual meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (pp. 1620-1623). Tucson, AZ: The University of Arizona.
Bannister, N. (2011). Reframing failure: An analysis of high school mathematics teachers' learning. In Wiest, L. R., & Lamberg, T. (Eds.), Proceedings of the 33rdAnnual Meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (pp. 399-407), Reno, NV: University of Nevada, Reno.
Bannister, N. (2011). Constructing equitable teaching practices: An analysis of mathematics teachers' conversations. In Wiest, L. R., & Lamberg, T. (Eds.), Proceedings of the 33rd Annual Meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (pp. 1946-1947), Reno, NV: University of Nevada, Reno.
Bannister, N. (2009). Reframing failure: High school mathematics teachers' learning about struggling students through participation in workplace communities. In S. L. Swars, D. W. Stinson, & S. Lemons-Smith (Eds.). Proceedings of the 31st Annual Meeting of the North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (Vol. 5, pp. 1033-1041), Atlanta, GA: Georgia State University, GA.
Refereed Manuscripts Under Review
Bannister, N. & Sinwell, B. (2017). Motivating constructions. Manuscript submitted for publication.
Bannister, N., Sinwell, B., Jones, S. & Williams, C. L. (2017). Engaging statistical decision-making through a time estimation task. Manuscript submitted for publication.
Presentations
Refereed International and National Conference Presentations
Bannister, N., Arbaugh, F., & Simpson, A. (2017, April). The role of reification in analyzing teacher learning. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Antonio, TX.
Bannister, N., Arbaugh, F., & Simpson, A. (2016, April). Analyzing mathematics teacher learning using frame alignment processes. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Matthews, G., Bannister, N., & Simpson, A. (2016, April). Cracking her codes: Investigating technology boundary objects using interaction analysis. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Crespo, S., Bannister, N., & Kalinec-Craig, C. (2016, April). Learning to notice students’ mathematical competence. Research on math teacher education in an online multimedia environment symposium, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Bannister, N. (2015, April). An empirical example of teacher learning inside teacher community. American Education Research Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2014, June). Capturing teachers’ learning through their framing of a struggling student problem. International Conference of the Learning Sciences, Denver, CO.
Horn, I. S., Bannister, N., Black, A., Fetter, A., Hedgepeth, S., Lanier, J. (2014, April). Colleagues 2.0: The MathTwitterBlogoSphere and mathematics teachers’ professional learning. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, New Orleans, LA.
Bannister, N. (2014, April). A brief introduction to high-press questioning. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA.
Luedeman, J., Bannister, N., & Williams, C. L. (2014, January). Improving middle grades teacher quality through the Clemson Mathematics Institute and Video Club. Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.
Bannister, N. (2014, January). Capturing high school mathematics teachers’ learning through their framing of struggling student problem. Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.
Bannister, N. (2013, June). Moving towards agency: An analysis of mathematics teachers’ conversations. Science and Mathematics Teacher Imperative Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO.
Bannister, N. (2012, April). Constructing equitable teaching practices: An analysis of mathematics teachers’ conversations. Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Bannister, N. & Horn, I. S. (2010, April). Constructing student competence beyond the classroom: An analysis of mathematics teachers’ collaborative conversations. Research Pre-Session of the Annual Meeting of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, San Diego, CA.
King, J. & Bannister, N. (2010, April). Using video clubs as a vehicle to link instruction and student learning. National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA.
Bannister, N. & Horn, I. S. (2009, April). Re-framing failure: High school mathematics teachers’ learning about struggling students. Fostering Communities of Learners: 13th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction. Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Burrill, G., King, J. & Bannister, N. (2009, January). Making teaching public in a math centered learning environment: What did we learn? MSP Learning Network Conference, Washington, DC.
Bannister, N., Burrill, G., White, A., Kanim, K., & King, J. (2008, January). PD3: Opening classroom doors as a vehicle for change. MSP Learning Network Conference, Washington, DC.
Bannister, N. (2005, April). Exploring one teacher's experiences implementing reform based mathematics. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Pre-Session, St. Louis, MO.
Invited Presentations
Bannister, N. (2017, September). A frame analysis approach for analyzing teacher learning in communities of practice. University of Illinois-Chicago Learning Sciences Research Institute Speaker Series. Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2015, July). Geometry, Isometry, & Escher: Fostering productive academic talk in your classes. Tri-County Technical College, Pendleton, SC.
Bannister, N. (2015, March). Using collaborative methods in university mathematics courses. Association for Women in Mathematics at Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
Regional, State, and Local Presentations
Bannister, N. & Seawright, J. (2015, November). Standing tall: Facilitating meaningful classroom discourse in 6th grade. NCTM Regional Conference, Nashville, TN.
Bannister, N. (2015, November). Smarter together: Developing habits of mind for teaching middle level and secondary geometry. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2015, November). Strength in numbers: Learning to teach middle and secondary mathematics together. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. & Breazel, E. (2015, November). Inquiring minds: Student enrichment through a peer teaching experience. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. & Seawright, J. (2013, October). The power of pattern blocks…for students and their teachers! SCCTM Annual Meeting, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2013, March). Let’s talk! Generating productive academic talk in your mathematics classroom. Noyce Foundation Southeastern Conference, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2012, February). Connected representations and the amazing technicolor dreamcoat. Noyce Foundation Southeastern Conference, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N., Trakas, E. & Goss, C. (2011, October). Origami geometry: Connecting straightedge and compass constructions to origami. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Charleston, SC.
Bannister, N., Jackson, J. & Trakas, E. (2011, October). Complex instruction: Designing groupwork for middle school and secondary classrooms. SCCTM Annual Meeting, Charleston, SC.
Bannister, N. (2011, March). Complex instruction: Designing groupwork for secondary mathematics instruction. Noyce Foundation Southeastern Conference, Greenville, SC.
Bannister, N. (2006, June). Moving forward: Teachers' learning of ambitious teaching practices in the context of video club. Qualitative Methods Conference, Seattle, WA.
Grants
Bannister, N. (PI), Wilder, P. (Co-PI), & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI). Exploring the mathematics of genetics. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, January 2016. $172,258.
Bannister, N. (PI), Wilder, P. (Co-PI), & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI). Understanding geometry by design. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, January 2016. $142,200.
Bannister, N. (PI) & Wilder, P. (Co-PI). Inquiring minds: Motivating early adolescent learning in mathematics and science. Greenwood County Community Foundation Grant (External). Funded, November 2015. $4,200.
Bannister, N. (PI). Analyzing Mathematics Teacher Learning. University Research Grants Program, Project Completion Grant Program (Internal). Funded, January 2015. $3,000.
Williams, C. L. (PI), Deaton, C. (Co-PI), Bannister, N. (Co-PI), and Hardwick, R. (Co-PI). The Clemson Integrated Mathematics and Science Institute. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, July 2014. $107,082.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Matthews, G. (Co-PI). We Do Math—A Summer Camp for Girls. American Mathematics Society, Epsilon Fund Grant Program (External). Funded, June 2014. $5,000.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Matthews, G. (Co-PI). We Do Math—A Summer Mathematics Experience for High School Girls. Mathematical Association of America, America Tensor for Women Grant Program (External). Funded, June 2014. $6,000.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI) Improving Middle Grades Teacher Quality through the Clemson Mathematics Institute and Video Club. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, 2013-2014. $125,750.
Bannister, N. (Co-PI) & Williams, C. L. (Co-PI). Improving Middle Grades Teacher Quality through the Clemson Mathematics Institute and Video Club. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, 2012-2013. $88,000.
Che, S. M. (PI), Williams, C. L. (Co-PI), and Bannister, N. iPad technology in middle grades mathematics: Meeting the need for highly qualified mathematics teachers. SC Commission on Higher Education, Improving Teacher Quality Higher Education Grant Program (External). Funded, June 2012. $61,056.
Bannister, N. (PI). Graduate Student Travel Grant. University of Washington College of Education Graduate Student Travel Grant Program, (Internal). Funded, 2009. $500.
Honors and Awards
College of Education Top 3 Faculty Recognition to the Clemson University Board of Trustees, 2016
Service, Teaching, and Research (STaR) Fellow, Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators, 2014
Excellence in Teaching Award, Eugene T. Moore School of Education, Clemson University, 2012-2013
Finalist for the Teaching and Teacher Education (Division K) Outstanding Dissertation Award, American Educational Research Association, 2010
Nominated for the Excellence in Teaching Award, Clemson University Undergraduate Student Government and Fluor Daniel Corporation, 2010
Finalist for the Spencer Dissertation Fellowship, National Academy of Education, 2010
Doi Doctoral Student Research Award, University of Washington, College of Education, 2008
Microsoft Innovative Teacher Award, Microsoft Partners in Learning, 2007
Recognition of Excellence Award for Outstanding Performance on the Praxis II (Mathematics: Content Knowledge), Educational Testing Service, 2006
Esther-Livesey Scholarship Award for Teachers, University of Washington, College of Education, 2004
Most Inspiring Teacher Award, Atlanta Toyota, Nominated by High School Student Joshua Golden, 2004
Student/Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) Teacher, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Nominated by High School Student David Rutter, 2004
Teacher Letter Faculty Award, Grayson High School, Nominated by Grayson Teachers, 2004
Outstanding Creativity in the Classroom Award, Grayson High School, 2003
The Center for Discrete Mathematics and Theoretical Computer Science (DIMACS) Connect Institute Fellow, Rutgers University, 2003
Georgia Intern-Fellowships for Teachers (GIFT) Fellow, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2003
Graduate Teaching Assistant of the Year, Clemson University, 2001
Inaugural Recipient of the Jeremy Warren Vann Memorial Scholarship, College of Charleston, 1999
TEACHING AND ADVISING
Collegiate Teaching Experience
College of Education, Clemson University
The Early Adolescent Learner (EDML 8030)
Middle Grades Mathematics Methods I and Practicum (EDML 8130, 8131)
Middle Grades Mathematics Methods II and Student Teaching (EDML 8230, 8231)
Middle School Assessment for Teachers (EDML 8080)
Advanced Middle School Curriculum (EDML 8410)
Advanced Studies in the Teaching of Secondary School Mathematics (EDSC 8420)
Teaching Methods and Strategies for Secondary Mathematics (EDSC 8620, 8621)
Classics in Mathematics (ED 9010)
Creative Inquiry: Inquiring Minds (ED 3970; HONS 499)
Doctoral Dissertation Research (ED 9910)
Directed Research (ED 9940)
Educational Tests and Measures (ED F 808)
Seminar in the Learning Sciences, II (ED F 9020)
College of Sciences, Clemson University
Differential and Integral Calculus (MATH 1070)
Calculus of One Variable II (MATH 1080)
Exploration and Analysis of Secondary Mathematics (MATH 4080)
Foundations of Mathematics for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7140)
Probability and Statistics for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7060)
Geometry for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7090)
Algebra for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7130)
Geometry for Secondary Mathematics Teachers (MATH 3080, MATH 7380)
Discrete Mathematics for Secondary Teachers (MATH 7490)
AP Calculus Institute (MATH 7770)
Special Topics: Equity & Groupwork in Middle Grades Mathematics Classrooms (MATH 7190)
Invited Guest Teaching Presentations
Adding and Subtracting Fractions. Foundations of Mathematics for Middle Grades Teachers (MATH 7140), Clemson University: Dr. Andy Tyminski, 2016.
Heterogeneous Groupwork. Teaching Secondary Mathematics (EDSC 4260). Dr. Dennis Kombe, 2015.
Research Informed Practice. Service Learning and Research Seminar (ECFS 305), University of Washington, Instructor: Dr. Tiffany Lee, 2009.
Groupwork in the Secondary Mathematics Classroom. Teaching Secondary Mathematics (EDMA 3357), Seattle Pacific University, Dr. Russ Killingsworth, 2006.
What kinds of activities help students make sense of mathematics? Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (EDTEP 582), University of Washington, Dr. Sunshine Campbell, 2005.
Technology in the Secondary Mathematics Classroom. Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (EDTEP 582), University of Washington, Dr. Ilana Horn, 2004.
Academic Advising
Dissertation Committee Chair
Leigh Martin, Curriculum and Instruction, Department of Teaching and Learning,
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: Graduated December 2016
Dissertation Committee Member
DeOnte Brown, Learning Sciences, Department of Education and Human Development
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: In Process
Lori Jacques, Learning Sciences, Department of Education and Human Development
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: ABD, In Process
Amber Simpson, Curriculum and Instruction, Department of Teacher Education
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: Graduated May 2015
Master of Education Committee Chair
Lisa Hall, Teaching and Learning, Department of Teaching and Learning
College of Education, Clemson University. Status: Graduated December 2016
Master of Education Committee Member
Committee Member for 2 students in the M.Ed. program, 2012-2016
Master of Arts in Teaching Committee Member
Committee Chair for about 30 students in the MAT Program, 2012-2018
Committee Member for about 52 students in the MAT program, 2012-2018
Secondary Teaching Experience and Licensure
Mathematics Instructional Coach, Seattle Public Schools, Cleveland High School, Seattle, WA,2006-2008
Mathematics Teacher, Seattle Public Schools, Cleveland High School, Seattle WA, 2006-2007
Mathematics Teacher, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Grayson High School, Loganville, GA,2001-2004
National Board Teaching Certification, National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification Area: Adolescence and Young Adulthood Mathematics (AYA/Math), 2008-2018
Teaching License, State of Washington, Certification Area: Mathematics (6-12), 2006-2016
Teaching License, State of Georgia, Certification Areas: Mathematics (6-12), Gifted-In Field, 2000-2010
Teaching License, State of South Carolina, Certification Area: Mathematics (6-12), 1999-2004
Advanced Placement Calculus Teaching Endorsement, The College Board, 2001
SERVICE
Service to the Field
Leadership
Appointed, 2019 NCTM Annual Meeting Program Committee, 2017-2019
Appointed, 2018 PME-NA Local Organizing Committee, 2017-2018
Appointed, NCTM Committee Review of AMTE Mathematics Teacher Preparation Standards, 2016
AP Reader, Advanced Placement Calculus AB and BC, The College Board, 2010-2012
Manuscript Reviewer
American Education Research Journal
Cognition and Instruction
Educational Researcher
Journal of Curriculum Studies
Journal of the Learning Sciences
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education
Journal of Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Educator
The MathMate
Teachers College Record
Teaching and Teacher Education
Thinking Skills and Creativity
American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference
Psychology of Mathematics Education – North America Chapter Annual Meeting
Professional Affiliations
American Educational Research Association (AERA)
Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE)
International Society of the Learning Sciences (ISLS)
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
Psychology of Mathematics Education, North American Chapter (PME-NA)
South Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (SCCTM)
Service to Clemson Colleagues
University, College, and Department Service
Middle Level Program Area Committee, 2012-2018
Ad Hoc Middle Level Program Development Committee 2017-2018
Teaching and Learning Department Curriculum Committee, 2015-2019
University Research Grants Committee, 2015-2018
Graduate Admissions and Continuing Enrollment Appeals Committee, 2014-2017
University Graduate Council, 2014-2017
Elementary Mathematics Education Search Committee, 2016-2017
Secondary Mathematics Education Search Committee, 2015-2016
Teaching and Learning Department Name and Vision Subcommittee, 2014-2015
Distinguished Scholar Visitation Committee, 2013-2015
Ad Hoc Committee on Clinical Supervision, 2013-2014
Founder and Facilitator, Teacher Induction Support Group, 2013
Clemson Calculus Challenge Exam Committee and Volunteer, 2011-2012
Chair, Committee for Revisions to MATH 4080 Exploration/Analysis of Secondary Math, 2011
Chair, Committee for Development/Revisions to Elementary Education Math Sequence, 2009-2010
Service to Practitioners and the Public
Invited Presentations
Bannister, N. (2016, July). A Multiple Representation Mash-Up Problem for Intermediate Algebra. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Atlanta, GA.
Bannister, N. (2016, July). Let's Talk About Intermediate Algebra. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Atlanta, GA.
Bannister, N. (2015, July). Using connected representations to promote reasoning and problem solving. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Anaheim, CA.
Bannister, N. (2015, July). Fostering meaningful mathematical discourse in your intermediate algebra classroom. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Institute, Anaheim, CA.
Bannister, N. (2014, July). Developing perseverance and problem solving skills in an intermediate algebra context. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Interactive Institute—Grades 9-12, Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2014, July). Developing mathematical precision and argumentation skills in an intermediate algebra context. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Interactive Institute—Grades 9-12, Chicago, IL.
Bannister, N. (2007, October). Group-worthy Tasks. Northwest Mathematics Conference, Bellevue, WA.
Bannister, N. (2007, July). Using video as a tool to examine students’ understanding of mathematics. Park City Mathematics Institute, Park City, UT.
Bannister, N. (2006, November). Effective use of groupwork. Northwest Mathematics Interaction Workshop, Seattle, WA.
Professional Development Leadership and Design
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—EMG Workgroup. Designer and Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Workgroup Meetings. Greenwood, SC. August 2017-May 2018. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Exploring the Mathematics of Genetics. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Greenwood, SC. July 2017. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Geometry by Design. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Greenwood, SC. June 2017. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Geometry Workgroup. Designer and Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Workgroup Meetings. Greenwood, SC. August 2016-May2017. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Geometric Habits of Mind. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Greenwood, SC. August 2016. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Phillip Wilder, Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Habits of Mind. Designer and Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute. Abbeville, SC. June 2015. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Ben Sinwell
Classroom Discussions in Mathematics. Designer and Facilitator, Middle School Mathematics Teachers, Greenwood School District, Greenwood, SC. January 2015-March 2015.
Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Video Club. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Workgroup Meetings, Abbeville, SC. September 2011-May 2015. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Statistics and Teacher Community. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Abbeville, SC. July 2014. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Ben Sinwell
The Clemson Integrated Mathematics and Science Institute—Focus on Soil Investigations and Data Analysis. Co-Designer and Co-Facilitator, Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Greenville, SC. July 2014. Co-Facilitators: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Cynthia Deaton, Dr. Renea Hardwick, Dr. Ben Deaton
Secondary Lenses on Learning: Team Leadership for Mathematics in Middle and High Schools. Facilitator, Yearlong Program for Middle School Teachers and Administrators, Greenwood School District, Greenwood, SC. August 2013-June 2014.
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Geometry and Groupwork. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Abbeville, SC. July 2013. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Ben Sinwell
The Clemson Mathematics Institute—Focus on Algebra and Classroom Discourse. Designer and Co-Facilitator, Middle Grades Mathematics Teacher Summer Institute, Abbeville, SC. July 2012. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Calvin L. Williams, Dr. Ben Sinwell
Complex Instruction. Bookend Presentation and Workshop for the MAT Program, Clemson University, Clemson, SC. January 2013.
Reflecting on Practice: Connections to Research. Designer and Facilitator, Summer Institute for Teachers. Park City Mathematics Institute, Park City, UT. Summer 2008.
Through an Algebraic Lens. Co-Designer and Co-Facilitator, Teacher Workshop. Teacher Leaders of Math Academy, Bethel School District, Bethel, WA. June 2008. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Sara Sunshine Campbell
Seattle PD3 Video Club. Co-Facilitator, Monthly Teacher Meetings, University of Washington, Seattle, WA. September 2004-May 2008. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Ilana Horn
Learning from Teaching Cases Working Group. Designer and Facilitator, Summer Institute for Teachers. Park City Mathematics Institute, Park City, UT. Summer 2005-2008.
Secondary Lenses on Learning: Team Leadership for Mathematics in Middle and High Schools. Facilitator, Yearlong Program for Secondary Teachers and Administrators. Lakewood School District, Marysville, WA. September 2007-May 2008.
Secondary Lenses on Learning: Team Leadership for Mathematics in Middle and High Schools. Co-Facilitator, Program for Secondary Teachers and Administrators. Bellevue and Northshore School Districts, Bothell, WA. September 2006-May 2007. Co-Facilitator: Dr. Virginia Stimpson
Groupwork in the Mathematics Classroom. Designer and Facilitator, Teacher Workshop. Meadow Ridge Elementary School, Kent School District, Kent, WA. September 2007.
Groupwork in the Secondary Mathematics Classroom. Designer and Facilitator, Teacher Workshop. Northwest Mathematics Interaction, Seattle, WA. August 2007.
