I have a B.S. in astrophysics from UCLA, and an M.A. in mathematics from California State University, Fullerton. I received my Ph.D. in mathematics education at The Florida State University, completing my dissertation entitled The Aesthetics of Mathematics in Teaching and Learning: A Case Study. I have taught mathematics and mathematics education courses at the college/university level for over twenty years, including teaching online, plus I have several years ex ofperience teaching students at K-12 grade levels. I also belong to numerous professional organizations and honorary societies.