Lisa Scavone CV

Lisa Scavone

Math Education Educational Technology

About Me

Hello! I’m Lisa Scavone, Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Cuyahoga Community College. I am also currently pursuing a doctoral degree, the EdD in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Educational Technology at the University of Florida.

I teach a full range of mathematics courses at the community college level, from remedial to college-transfer. I have extensive experience teaching online, as well as in blended and traditional environments.

My research interests include online learning and the gender gap in math self-efficacy, female stereotype threat in mathematics education, and the underrepresentation of women in STEM fields.

Current Position

Title

Assistant Professor

Department

Mathematics

Division

Business, Math, & Technology

Address

Cuyahoga Community College
Western Campus
11000 W. Pleasant Valley Rd.,
Parma, OH, U.S.A

Phone

216-987-5099

Email

lisa.scavone@tri-c.edu

Work Experience

Assistant Professor at Cuyahoga Community College

2006 - Present

Assume all teaching responsibilities, including lecturing, grading, and keeping office hours. Teach a full range of mathematics classes from developmental to college transfer; including online courses, hybrid courses, and traditional classroom courses. Utilize graphing calculators, mathematical and statistical computer software, online resources, and other educational technology. Participate on multiple college, campus, and departmental committees, including serving as chair and secretary. Create new mathematics course curriculum and regularly perform major and minor curriculum revisions. Complete peer and adjunct faculty evaluations. Serve as a faculty mentor. Present at college functions and national conferences. Complete regular training sessions for college processes and new technology. Volunteer for charitable activities on behalf of the college.

Instructor at Cuyahoga Community College

2004 - 2006

Assumed all teaching responsibilities, including lecturing, grading, and keeping office hours. Taught a full range of mathematics classes from developmental to college transfer. Utilized graphing calculators, mathematical and statistical computer software, online resources, and other educational technology. Participated on multiple college, campus, and departmental committees. Performed minor curriculum revisions. Completed adjunct faculty evaluations. Completed regular training sessions for college processes and new technology. Volunteered for charitable activities on behalf of the college.

Lecturer at Case Western Reserve University

2003 - 2004

Assumed all teaching responsibilities, including lecturing, grading, and keeping office hours. Taught Calculus I, Calculus II, and Algebra/Trigonometry. Coordinated schedules and created materials such as exams and reviews for all instructors’ sections of these classes. Held special review sessions and extra office hours for students preparing for exams. Helped organize activities in the math department.

Teaching Assistant at University of Akron

2002 - 2003

Assumed all teaching responsibilities, including lecturing, grading, and keeping office hours. Taught Preparatory Mathematics and Math for Elementary Teachers II. Completed research and a master’s thesis on inquiry-based lessons in mathematics. Created original inquiry-based lessons for use in mine and other classes. Utilized graphing calculators and mathematical computer software. Oversaw special computer lab hours for students to complete lab assignments. Participated in activities for Women in Math, including designing the bulletin board and organizing Kids Career Day activities.

Teaching Assistant at Case Western Reserve University

2001 - 2002

Assumed all teaching responsibilities, including lecturing, grading, and keeping office hours. Taught Calculus I and Algebra/Trigonometry. Participated on a committee to improve teaching assistant training. Volunteered to speak to prospective graduate students about the Math Department.

Actuarial Analyst at Watson Wyatt Worldwide

1999 - 2001

Performed actuarial valuations, benefit calculations, studies, and other pension duties. Mentored an intern, including training, assigning projects, monitoring progress, and answering questions. Taught a Microsoft Excel training course to new hires and interns.

Accounting Assistant at Chemstress Consultant Company

1996 - 1999

Created invoices, cash receipts, and month end accounting reports. Issued weekly project cost reports. Operated the company switchboard. Trained new hire and temporary employees.

Education

EdD in Curriculum and Instruction: Educational Technology from University of Florida

Expected Graduation: 2023

College of Education | Graduate School
Doctoral Candidate: passed qualifying exams, May 2022. Current GPA: 4.0
Dissertation: Gender Differences in the Sources of Math Self-Efficacy: Predicting Choice of a STEM Major in Community College
Dissertation Chair: Dr. Maya Israel

MS in Mathematics from University of Akron

2003

Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences | The Graduate School
GPA: 3.83
Master's Thesis: Inquiry-Based Learning and Mathematics: An Experimental Study
Thesis Advisor: Dr. Antonio Quesada

BS in Mathematics from University of Akron

1999

Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences | Williams Honors College
GPA: 3.58 (cum laude)
Honors Thesis: The Koch Snowflake
Thesis Advisor: Dr. Linda Saliga

University of Akron Honors Scholarship recipient
Dr. Mary E. Maxwell Memorial Scholarship recipient

Teaching

Courses Taught at Cuyahoga Community College

2004 - Present

Existing Courses

Math 0940: Essential Skills for Contemporary Mathematics
Math 0965: Intermediate Algebra
Math 1240: Contemporary Mathematics
Math 1410: Elementary Probability and Statistics I
Math 1420: Elementary Probability and Statistics II
Math 1470: Modern Math for Business and Social Sciences I
Math 1480: Modern Math for Business and Social Sciences II
Math 2010: Introduction to Discrete Mathematics

Discontinued Courses

Math 0950: Beginning Algebra I
Math 0960: Beginning Algebra II
Math 1060: Survey of Mathematics
Math 1200: Intermediate Algebra
Math 1250: Contemporary Mathematics
Math 1270: Intermediate Algebra
Math 1521: College Algebra

All courses except Math 0940 taught in a traditional face-to-face setting.
= also taught in an online, asynchronous modality
= also taught in an online, synchronous modality
= also taught in a blended modality

Courses Taught at Case Western Reserve University

2001 - 2004

Math 120: Elementary Functions and Analytic Geometry
Math 125: Math and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial, and Social Sciences I
Math 126: Math and Calculus Applications for Life, Managerial, and Social Sciences II

Courses Taught at University of Akron

2002 - 2003

Math 100: Intermediate Algebra
Math 140: Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers I
Math 260: Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers II

Curriculum Development & Revision

Math 2010 Curriculum at Cuyahoga Community College

2006 - Present

Created a new 2000-level transfer course, Math 2010: Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
Developed the curriculum and submitted for approval by math faculty counterparts and administration
Development of this course completed a 2+2 degree program in Information Technology with Baldwin Wallace University
Regularly perform minor curriculum revisions to update resources and objectives
Performing a curriculum revision to align objectives and outcomes with the new Ohio Transfer 36 module for Discrete Mathematics

OER Lesson Publication at RWLO Resource Library

2006

Developed a statistics lesson, Contingency Analysis of Prison Inmates and Staff, a Real World Learning Object (RWLO) using real-time data from the Internet. Designed webpages to include lesson materials and information. Published the lesson online to the RWLO Resource Library, an Open Educational Resource (OER) library.

Curriculum Restructuring at Cuyahoga Community College

2015 - 2016

Participated in the complete restructuring of the developmental math sequence and rearrangement of the multiple math pathways. Focused primarily on Math 1470 and Math 1480 prerequisites and curriculum, as well as Math 0955 and Math 0965 curriculum.

Curriculum Revision at Cuyahoga Community College

Regularly perform major and minor curriculum revisions, including the following:

2022: Math 2010 curriculum revision
2018: Math 1470 curriculum revision
2018: Math 1480 curriculum revision
2013: Math 2010 curriculum revision
2007: Math 2410 curriculum revision
2007: Math 2520 curriculum revision

Professional Development & Training

Visual Communication & Design Coursework from Cuyahoga Community College

2016

Earned 9 undergraduate credits in Visual Communication and Design, GPA: 4.0

Foundations of Visual Communication
Digital Studio Basics
Typography and Layout

SOA Exam P: Probability from the Society of Actuaries

2007

Successfully passed the Society of Actuaries Exam P, one of the required credentials to become an Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) and a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA). This exam requires a thorough command of calculus and probability, as well as a basic knowledge of insurance and risk management.

Savvy Cyber Professor from CIESE

2006

Certificate earned from the Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education (CIESE). Successfully completed this 12-week blended professional development course, introducing Real World Learning Objects (RWLOs) and providing training on creating them.

Orientation to Teaching, Learning, and Leadership from Cuyahoga Community College

2005

Certificate earned from Cuyahoga Community College. Successfully completed this two-semester professional development program for new faculty. Topics included curriculum, teaching, and educational technology.

Educational Technology Training from Cuyahoga Community College and External Vendor Representatives

2020: WebEx Training
2019: ProctorU Training
2017: Pearson MyStatLab Training
2016: Teaching for Online Learning (TFOL) Workshop C
2015: Adobe Connect Training
2015: Teaching for Online Learning (TFOL) Workshop B
2014: Teaching for Online Learning (TFOL) Workshop A
2014: Online Accessibility Workshop
2014: Quantway Training
2013: Cengage WebAssign Training
2011: Blackboard III Training
2010: Blackboard II Training
2008: Pearson MyMathLab/MathXL Training
2008: Banner Training
2007: SPSS Training
2006: CurricUNET Training
2006: My Tri-C Space Portal Training
2005: Blackboard I Training
2004: Minitab Training

Professional Skills

MyLab Math & WebAssign

Master

TI Calculators

Master

Blackboard & Canvas LMS

Expert

Microsoft Office 365

Expert

SPSS & Minitab

Expert

Screencasting & Video Editing

Advanced

HTML & CSS

Advanced

Adobe Creative Suite

Intermediate

Presentations

Inquiring Minds Want to Know

Innovations Conference: 2007 | New Orleans, LA

Co-written and co-presented with Dr. Adam Zambetti
Topic: Inquiry-based learning for forming a deeper understanding of underlying concepts. Included a discussion of theory, examples of inquiry-based lessons, and an exploration of some advantages and disadvantages of their implementation.

Hands-On Workshop: Inquiring Minds Want to Know

Third Annual Faculty Colloquium: 2007 | Cleveland, OH

Co-written and co-presented with Dr. Adam Zambetti
Adaptation of our previous presentation on inquiry-based learning as a hands-on workshop for faculty.

Math Education, Careers, and Career Changes

UA Women in Mathematics Spring Meeting: 2005 | Akron, OH

Invited featured speaker for the annual spring meeting of the University of Akron Women in Mathematics. Topics included my mathematics undergraduate and graduate education, my multiple careers in math fields, the decision processes leading to my career changes, and the pressures of being a woman in a male-dominated career.

Professional Service

Faculty Mentoring

2008 - Present

Regularly mentor new instructors and adjunct faculty members

Faculty Evaluations

2005 - Present

Regularly perform adjunct faculty and peer evaluations

College Service and Committees

2021 - Present: Math 2010 Ohio Transfer 36 Committee (Chair & Secretary)
2021 - Present: Math 2010 Curriculum Revision Committee (Chair & Secretary)
2020 - Present: Math Task Force
2004 - Present: Math Faculty Counterparts (Secretary 2005-2007)
2004 - Present: Western Campus Faculty Senate
2004 - Present: AAUP Cuyahoga Community College Chapter
2019: Paired Classes Committee
2018: Math 1470 Curriculum Revision Committee (Chair)
2018: Math 1480 Curriculum Revision Committee (Chair)
2016: Math 0955 Committee
2016: Math 0965 Committee
2014: Math 1250 Textbook Selection Committee
2013: Math 2010 Curriculum Revision Committee (Chair & Secretary)
2013: Math 1470 Textbook Selection Committee
2013: Math 1480 Textbook Selection Committee
2012 - 2013: Faculty Senate Food Committee (Secretary)
2010: Math 1470 Textbook Selection Committee
2010: Math 1480 Textbook Selection Committee
2008 - 2010: Planning and Institutional Effectiveness Governance Committee (Co-chair)
2008: Math 1200 Textbook Selection Committee (Chair)
2007: Math 2410 Curriculum Revision Committee
2007: Math 2520 Curriculum Revision Committee
2006: Math 2010 Curriculum Development Committee (Chair & Secretary)
2006: Math 2010 Textbook Selection Committee (Chair & Secretary)
2005: Math 1200 Textbook Selection Committee
2005: Math 1410 Textbook Selection Committee
2005: Math 1420 Textbook Selection Committee
2004 - 2005: Faculty Senate Library Committee