David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 26/08/2025First day of (teaching) in Year 14 at Purdue! One step closer to emeritus! Good start to the day, I bench pressed more than Tom Brady can (his best was 245, I did 250 today)! Not sure if it will help my teaching, but at least I can do something athletically that the GOAT has not done. 2330
Reposted by David PurpuraNicole McNeil @nicolemmcneil.bsky.social · 18/07/2025Are you passionate about use-inspired basic research and RPPs w/ schools + community orgs? Do you want to mentor research trainees at Notre Dame? Apply to be Director of Research Programs for IEI’s Ctr for Educational Research and Action (ERA)! Share widely! jobs.smartrecruiters.com/UniversityOf...jobs.smartrecruiters.comDirector of Research Programs | ERACompany Description: The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace, it's a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence a... 185
Reposted by David PurpuraYemimah King, Ph.D. @kingyemimah.bsky.social · 16/05/2025Sharing my recent pub with the bsky community! The Factor Structure of Parents' Math-Related Talk and Its Relation to Children's Early Academic Skills doi.org/10.1111/cdev...doi.org<em>Child Development</em> | SRCD Journal | Wiley Online LibraryThis study, involving 120 children (Mage = 4.25; SD = 0.83; 53% Female, 49% White, 23% multiracial, 16% Black, 9% Asian American, and 3% Latine) and their parents, examined parent talk constructs and.... 163
Reposted by David PurpuraFranki Kung @frankikung.bsky.social · 06/04/2025We're hiring a Postdoctoral Scholar! Come join our @conflictcollab.bsky.social at Purdue PSY in the fall 🎉 The role involves opportunities to research and lead writing projects on humanizing organization, conflict mgnt, workplace discrimination, goals, and more! drive.google.com/file/d/1tke0...drive.google.comConflict Collab_Postdoctoral Research Associate Ad.pdf 34536
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 02/04/2025www.purdue.edu/research/fea...purdue.eduPurpura receives Aday Award for excellence in math literacy research - Research at PurdueDavid Purpura has been selected to receive the 2024 Lu Ann Aday Award, Purdue University’s highest recognition given annually to a faculty member who has made a major impact in the field of the… 2220
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 11/03/2025Does anyone have recommendations on someone who can do a training for grad students/postdocs on scientific communication to lay audiences? 211
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 04/03/2025Excited to hear @agamoran.bsky.social speak at Purdue today! 051
Reposted by David PurpuraNicole McNeil @nicolemmcneil.bsky.social · 11/02/2025How IES Helps Students and Educators. theconversation.com/helping-teac...theconversation.comHelping teachers learn what works in the classroom − and what doesn’t − will get a lot harder without the Department of Education’s Institute of Education SciencesThe nonpartisan arm of the Education Department supports research and shares data on student progress. It identifies what works and what doesn’t. 03328
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 11/02/2025What is your university doing to protect, support, or at least community with faculty right now? 011
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 24/01/2025Excited to share that I’ve been awarded a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE)—and that I’m also still somehow considered “early career” :) www.purdue.edu/newsroom/202...purdue.eduPurdue researchers earn Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and EngineersWEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Five researchers at Purdue University received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) earlier this month. This award is given by the U.S. 7410
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 13/01/2025I’m drafting a grant proposal right now and realized that the end date is a few months after my oldest kid graduates from high school… 050
Reposted by David PurpuraDavid Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 03/12/2024HDFS @ Purdue is hiring a research professor (assistant/associate level) focused on early childhood education. This position is a non-tenure, but promotable, track. View the ad and submit your materials at: careers.purdue.edu/job/Professo.... We will begin reviewing applications after January 2nd. 22116
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 03/12/2024HDFS @ Purdue is hiring a research professor (assistant/associate level) focused on early childhood education. This position is a non-tenure, but promotable, track. View the ad and submit your materials at: careers.purdue.edu/job/Professo.... We will begin reviewing applications after January 2nd. 22116
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 26/11/2024I’ve had a lot of inquiries from potential PhD students this year. Normally there are polite requests for a brief conversation (usually not too many and I’m happy to do them). This year, I’ve received several requests asking me to email them my 5 year research plan… 2110
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 18/11/2024The call for submissions for MCLS 2025 in Hong Kong (June 9-11) is now available! www.the-mcls.org/mcls-2025-ho... If you’re interested in joining on a symposium submission on early math interventions or on something related to geometry, let me know! I plan to organize a symposium on one of those.the-mcls.orgThe Mathematical Cognition and Learning Society: MCLS 2025 Hong Kong 0176
Reposted by David PurpuraCaroline Hornburg @cbhornburg.bsky.social · 29/05/2024New publication out in JECP with colleagues Mimah King, Lauren Westerberg, Sara Schmitt, and @davidjpurpura.bsky.social - longitudinal data with preschoolers! This link allows free access until July 13th or see the end of this thread for the public pre-proof link authors.elsevier.com/a/1j8rX51Y-T...authors.elsevier.com 141
Reposted by David PurpuraCoolenIlse @coolenilse.bsky.social · 23/05/2024MCLS and the Journal of Numerical Cognition (JNC) are now calling for applications for Editor-in-Chief. You can find more information and details on how to apply here: docs.google.com/document/d/1... Expressions of interest are due by June 20, 2024!docs.google.comCall for Applications EiC JNC.docxCall for Applications: EDITOR-IN-CHIEF for the JOURNAL OF NUMERICAL COGNITION (JNC), 2024-2027 The Journal of Numerical Cognition (JNC) is the official journal of the Mathematical Cognition and Learn... 036
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 29/02/2024Don’t forget to submit a manuscript today! If it gets accepted, then the initial submission date listed on the published article will be February 29! 180
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 24/01/2024Anyone still looking for an MCLS symposium and can do a talk on the structure of early math (any domain or aspect of it is fine)? I’m looking to put together a symposium proposal… 002
Reposted by David PurpuraDavid Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 11/12/2023⭐️ postdoc ad ⭐️ I’m hiring a postdoc to work on our bilingual (Spanish/English) math language e-book project! careers.purdue.edu/job/West-Laf... Please share with anyone who may be interested. First round of review starts January 15th. Position is for two years and pays $70,000/year.careers.purdue.eduPost Doc Research AssociatePost Doc Research Associate 01519
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 11/12/2023⭐️ postdoc ad ⭐️ I’m hiring a postdoc to work on our bilingual (Spanish/English) math language e-book project! careers.purdue.edu/job/West-Laf... Please share with anyone who may be interested. First round of review starts January 15th. Position is for two years and pays $70,000/year.careers.purdue.eduPost Doc Research AssociatePost Doc Research Associate 01519
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 04/12/2023If Georgia beat Alabama, the football playoff would be Georgia, Michigan, Washington, & FSU. No getting around a top 4 of undefeated conference champions. CFP committee wanted an SEC team in there & couldn’t justify Alabama over Texas, so they put both in over undefeated FSU. It was about money… 150
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 26/11/2023Most days: neighborhood Facebook group is occasional post about missing pets Today: black lab seen on (street) wearing a blue rainbow and unicorn onesie. [reply: that’s Billie Jean, thanks for finding her] 030
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 14/11/2023Does anyone have copies of the newest versions of Creative Curriculum, High Scope, Frog Street, Building Blocks, Everyday Mathematics, or Number Worlds? Or at least have a list of the picture books they use/recommend for the curricula? 011
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 02/11/2023Looking for picture books with math in them? I just started an Amazon author page to link all of our published books together! 6 books are available now and we plan to add up to 14 more by the end of the academic year! Follow my author page to hear when they’re out! www.amazon.com/stores/autho...amazon.comDavid J. Purpura: books, biography, latest updateFollow David J. Purpura and explore their bibliography from Amazon.com's David J. Purpura Author Page. 050
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 01/11/2023We’re hiring! Purdue #HDFS is hiring an assistant professor! Come be my colleague! careers.purdue.edu/job-invite/2...careers.purdue.eduAssistant Professor (Tenure-Track)Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) 0104
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 31/10/2023Best Halloween costume ever…”David.” I honestly just thought they were wearing great Purdue outfits… 1121
Reposted by David PurpuraJuan Del Toro, PhD @drjuandeltoro.bsky.social · 21/10/2023Applications are open for the NORC Equity Scholars Program! Early career researchers and advanced doctoral/postdoctoral students can apply for this great opportunity to do research at NORC! I was part of their first cohort and would be happy to answer any questions! ow.ly/aetT104WV1iow.lyNORC Seeks Scholars for Equity Research Program | NORC at the University of ChicagoNORC is inviting early career research professionals and advanced doctoral and postdoctoral students to apply to its Equity Scholars Program. The program aims to expand, mentor, and support emerging s... 02328
Reposted by David PurpuraDaniel Ansari 🇨🇦 @numcog.bsky.social · 12/10/2023Interested in a post-doc with me at Western University? My lab (www.numericalcognition.org) works on early number development (broadly defined), math anxiety, dyscalculia, screening, ed-tech etc. If you are, get in touch and we can apply for one of these: www.ssc.uwo.ca/research/pos... 03128
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 11/10/2023Congrats to @patrickehrman.bsky.social for successfully defending his masters thesis today! 5150
Reposted by David PurpuraDon Lynam @drlynam.bsky.social · 09/10/2023The Department of Psychological Sciences at Purdue University is looking for a new Head. We have 50+ faculty spread across 6 areas. I've found it to be a great place to work and live. Hit me with any questions. please RP/RT. The full ad can be found here: sites.google.com/view/donald-...sites.google.comDonald R. Lynam, PhD - Twitter LitterLynam Graduate Methods Class Syllabus from 2019 syllabus 2019 Lynam Graduate Methods Class Syllabus from 2021 syllabus 2021 12330
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 06/10/2023Job alert!!! Purdue Special Education is hiring an assistant professor. careers.purdue.edu/job/West-Laf... Educational or behavioral interventions focus.careers.purdue.eduAssistant Professor - Special EducationAssistant Professor - Special Education 053
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 01/10/2023Academic skyfriends, what are your favorite articles published in 2023? Post them here and tell me why they’re your favorite! (ECRs it’s ok if it’s your own; senior folks it should be not your own). 183
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 30/09/2023We had a great day today at the Center for Early Learning tent for homecoming events. Lots of families and alumni stopped by. Gave away some books, shared information about the center, and lots of kids got to make their mark on “the moon”. Giant Leaps Start with Little Feet! 050
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 29/09/2023At what point do you stop updating conference presentations on your cv? 540
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 27/09/2023The other faculty in my department are in a faculty meeting* right now. I’m not. I’m on sabbatical (upstairs in my office). Why do I feel FOMO about this? I’m really bad at this sabbatical thing. *Our faculty meetings are not contentious. Good people who are productive & supportive. 170
Reposted by David PurpuraKoraly @drkoraly.bsky.social · 25/09/2023⏰ Special issue at Developmental Psychology! ⏰ Majority Country methods for developmental psychology: Evidence and insights from diverse global settings Led by: Catherine Draper, Sebastian Lipina, & Qing Zhou LOI Due: Oct 1 www.apa.org/pubs/journal... #devpsyc #devpsych 01919
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 27/09/2023Really grateful for an amazing preaward specialist who caught (multiple days in advance of the deadline) that when I downloaded my 15 page proposal document from google docs to word, it made the page layout 8.36 x 11.68 instead of 8.5x11. Gave me plenty of time to cut out the two additional pages. 290
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 21/09/2023What do you think my 11yo noticed about this sign? 200
David Purpura @davidjpurpura.bsky.social · 20/09/2023Any suggestions for what my first post should be? Also, are we calling them posts? Sky writing? 160