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Indian-origin professor studies parental influence on kids’ math learning
Her research explores various alternative methods through which parents support their children in mathematical development.
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Bhavana P - Fri, 17, Mar 2023
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Indian-origin professor Sunita Verma, recently was appointed as a lecturer of Mathematics, at the Gildart Haase School of Computer Sciences and Engineering, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, New Jersey.
In her introduction, Verma said her research deals with how immigrant parents from diverse backgrounds influence the Mathematical education of their children.
"My current research focuses on how Asian-Indian American parents, who come from diverse backgrounds and bring their ethnic culture, belief systems, mathematical values, and aspirations to the host country, influence the mathematics education of their children," she said.
"I am also exploring the methods and alternative resources that these parents are using to support their children’s mathematical development," she added.
On being asked what led her to FDU, she said "The small class sizes give opportunities to better connect with the students and track their progress. The school has a diverse student body and welcomes international students wholeheartedly, which has given me an opportunity to practice culturally responsive teaching and enhance my potential as an educator."
India-born Verma graduated with a bachelor's degree in Commerce, business and accounting from Calcutta University in Kolkata. Further, she pursued her masters from Montclair State University. She has worked as a mathematics faculty/instructor in several places such as BloomField college and New Jersey city University.
According to the University, she is an experienced math teacher with a track record of success in the education administration sector and is well versed in higher education, research, teaching, mathematics, and curriculum development.
During a personal visit to Pakistan, Jasdeep Singh Jesse, chairman of Sikhs of America and a prominent U.S.–based Sikh community leader, met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif along with his business partner Sajid Tarar.
Although the visit was not official in nature, the meeting provided an opportunity for an informal exchange of views on issues related to the Sikh community’s historical ties to Pakistan and the significance of Sikh heritage sites located in the country.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed both visitors and acknowledged the longstanding cultural and religious connections that Sikhs across the world share with Pakistan, particularly in relation to sacred places such as Nankana Sahib and Kartarpur Sahib.
Jesse and Tarar expressed appreciation for the maintenance and accessibility of these sites, emphasizing that they hold deep spiritual importance for the global Sikh community.
During the conversation, Jesse conveyed that members of the Sikh diaspora regularly visit Pakistan for religious and personal reasons, and he noted that such visits contribute to people-to-people understanding. The discussion also touched upon the experiences of international visitors, the role of local authorities in facilitating travel to major gurdwaras, and the importance of ensuring continued preservation of Sikh religious landmarks.
Although no formal agenda or policy matters were part of the meeting, both sides regarded the interaction as warm and respectful. Jesse thanked the Prime Minister for the hospitality extended during the visit, while the Prime Minister expressed hope that individuals of all faiths continue to feel welcome when visiting Pakistan’s historic religious sites.
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