Alesia Moldavan

Alesia Mickle Moldavan, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Elementary Mathematics and Science Education in the College of Education at Georgia Southern University. She received her BSEd in Mathematics Education at the University of Georgia, her MEd in Mathematics Education at Georgia State University, and her Ph.D. Teaching and Learning in Mathematics Education at Georgia State University. She specializes in teaching mathematics and science methods courses to both preservice and in-service teachers. With a background that includes teaching in diverse Title I secondary schools in Georgia and facilitating STEM enrichment programs at the elementary level, Alesia brings a wealth of practical and pedagogical experience to her role. Her teaching cultivates meaningful learning experiences by integrating culturally responsive strategies and preparing teachers to identify students’ strengths and areas for growth, nurture positive STEM identities, and become ethical advocates and change agents for all learners.
Her research interests center on equitable and culturally responsive teaching practices, as well as the integration of digital technology in teacher education to enhance accessibility and inclusivity. Rooted in a commitment to social justice, her work examines how systemic inequities affect educational outcomes and explores ways to disrupt inequitable narratives. Her recent scholarship emphasizes the development and implementation of innovative curricula and instructional practices in teacher preparation programs that foster cultural awareness, critically engage with issues of equity, and promote STEM justice-oriented advocacy. By empowering teachers with the tools to recognize and address social injustices in educational settings, her research supports the cultivation of socially conscious teachers who are equipped to enact change within and beyond the classroom.