Sang Moo Lee
Mathematics & computer science educator and mathematics education researcher specializing in critical thinking in mathematics classrooms, inquiry-based learning, equity-oriented pedagogy, assessment design, and technology-enhanced instruction.
Over 10 years of teaching experience across Grades 7–12 mathematics and computer science, plus post-secondary instructional experience in blended and online learning environments. Recognized for innovative STEM pedagogy (Prime Minister’s STEM Teaching Certificate of Achievement; Rosenthal Prize Finalist).
Teaching
I use inquiry-based instruction and differentiated entry points, grounded in Ontario curriculum and assessment for/as/of learning, with UDL principles and culturally responsive tasks.
-
Secondary STEM Educator - The Linden School (Grades 7-12)Wikipedia
Designed and taught 60+ STEM courses (e.g., MHF4U, MCV4U, MCR3U, MPM2D, MTH1W, ICS2O/ICS3U/ICS4U; Grades 7–8 math). Integrated Desmos, GeoGebra, Python, and JavaScript through interdisciplinary, real-world projects and ministry-aligned assessment.
-
Teaching portfolio artifacts
Add: teaching philosophy, sample lesson plans, assessments/rubrics, anonymized student work, reflective memos, and student feedback summaries.
Research / Scholarship
Mathematics education research specializing in the development of critical thinking in secondary mathematics classrooms, bridging classroom practice and research.
-
PhD (ABD) - University of Toronto (OISE)
Thesis: Conceptualizing Critical Thinking in Math Classrooms.
-
Methods & strengths
Qualitative case study methodology; semi-structured interviewing and thematic coding; ethics protocol development; classroom design and assessment frameworks supporting metacognition, discourse, and conceptual reasoning.
Post-secondary & Other Experience
-
Post-Secondary Instructor - Mohawk College
Web development instructor and blended learning curriculum designer. Designed and taught JavaScript and MERN-based courses using Canvas LMS; integrated authentic project-based tasks and UDL; earned 3.9/4.0 student satisfaction in formal evaluations; invited to teach extra courses and develop content.
-
Undergraduate Physics Teaching Assistant - University of Toronto
Facilitated tutorials and inquiry-based problem-solving; supported first-year transition through formative feedback.
Publications
-
Turning Economic Events into Pedagogy
Practitioner scholarship connecting contemporary economic events to mathematics learning and critical thinking.
-
Guilty Teacher
Manuscript exploring reflective practice and teacher identity.
-
Problems to Ponder
Problem set / pedagogical contribution.
Talks & Conference Presentations
-
Male Educator’s Perspective in All-Girls Schools
Conference presentation on gender, schooling contexts, and reflective teaching practice.
-
Critical Thinking in Mathematics Classrooms
Conceptualizing Critical Thinking in Math Classrooms.
-
Romans in Cyberspace: Interdisciplinary Storytelling Through Video Game Development
Interdisciplinary project-based learning through game development (co-authored).
Press & External Recognition
-
Toronto Life - “The Linden School: Champions for Change”
Feature on The Linden School’s changemaker initiatives and student community projects, including TTC contest-winning work connected to accessibility and multilingual design.
-
Toronto.com - “9 Toronto teachers win Prime Minister's Award”
Coverage recognizing Sang Moo Lee of The Linden School for receiving the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence in STEM.
Independent profile highlighting The Linden School’s STEM programming and global-change orientation, providing context for project-based and interdisciplinary teaching initiatives.
Service & Leadership
-
Peer Reviewer - NCTM (Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching)
Manuscript peer review as academic and professional service.
-
Associate Teacher - Master of Teaching (OISE)
Mentored and supervised teacher candidates during practicum placements; modeled inquiry-based, equity-oriented mathematics instruction; provided formative and summative feedback; collaborated with faculty advisors.
-
Additional contributions
Basketball coach, yearbook supervisor, tutoring (COVID support), EQAO scorer, resource development.
Contact
For teaching stream / lecturer opportunities, invited talks, workshops, or collaborations:
-
Email
-
CV