Jigarkumar Patel Email & Phone Number

As an ACUE-certified faculty member in Effective Teaching Practices, I bring over two decades of expertise to college mathematics instruction. With a passion for empowering students at all levels, I have honed my craft as an award-winning instructor, impacting the lives of over 10,000 undergraduates.My journey in academia extends beyond traditional teaching roles. For over 13 years, I have served as a course coordinator, adeptly managing large courses across multiple sections. My commitment to pedagogical innovation led me to spearhead the design content of the Peer-Led Team Learning program for Pre-Calculus, Applied Calculus I, and Applied Calculus II. This experience has given me unique insights into course curriculum and design to improve student learning outcomes.Beyond the classroom, I am driven by a passion for research and innovation. I am dedicated to developing novel peer-assisted learning models to bolster retention rates in historically challenging math courses. Leveraging techniques from data science, I strive to identify students grappling with course material at an early stage, providing tailored support to nurture their academic journey.My expertise extends beyond mathematics instruction. As a seasoned technical writer and subject matter expert, I have contributed to developing Open Educational Resources (OER) material, reviewing mathematics books, and creating e-learning resources. I have authored a comprehensive book on "Differential Equations with Applications: Lecture Notes with Detailed Examples" enriching the educational experience for students worldwide.Proficient in Python programming, I possess a versatile skill set encompassing a breadth of programming languages including SQL, Hadoop, Spark, LaTeX, and MikTex. My specialties lie in teaching mathematics and Python programming-related courses, where I aim to inspire the next generation of problem solvers and innovators.