University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

Barbara Bendl, MEd

Barbara Bendl Lecturer in Mathematics (215)895-1120 E-mail:b.bendl@usp.edu

Education:

BA , Mathematics, Seton Hill College, Greensburg, PA
Graduate work in Mathematics (Topology),Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA
M.Ed. , Mathematics Education, Beaver  College, Glenside, PA
Currently enrolled in a doctoral program in Educational Psychology,Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

Teaching Responsibilities:

• MA101 – MA102, Mathematical Analysis I and II,(College Algebra and Calculus)
• ST310, Introduction to Biostatistics
• IH 201-IH202, Intellectual Heritage: Infinity in the Development of Science
• MA350, Chaos and Complexit (co-taught with Dr.Paul Halpern, Physics)

Research Interests:

• Calculus Reform
• Fractals
• History of Mathematics, especially History of the Concept of Infinity
• Interdisciplinary Teaching
• Role of Technology in Mathematics and Science
• Program Evaluation
• Student Attitudes towards Mathematics, Science, and Technology