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Laura Zamudio-Orozco, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Teacher Preparation

Kennewick Campus

Phone: (509) 865-0722

Ext: 4219

Email

About
Dr. Zamudio-Orozco (she/her/ella) is an Associate Professor of STEM Education and a Ronald E. McNair Alumna who earned her PhD in Mathematics Education from Florida International University. In her role, she develops and teaches courses that reflect inquiry-based STEM education for K-12 future teachers. During her time at FIU and HU, Dr. Zamudio-Orozco has prepared and mentored approximately 400 preservice teachers.
 
Education 
Ph.D., Curriculum and Instruction – Mathematics Education, Florida International University
B.A., Mathematics Education (K-8), Eastern Washington University
 
Publications 
Gil, I., Zamudio-Orozco, L., & King, B. (2019). After presenting multiple solution strategies, what’s next? Examining the mathematical connections made by preservice teachers. Journal of Mathematics Education at Teachers College, 10(2), 9-20.