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Elena Silla

@elenamsilla.bsky.social
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Education Ph.D. student at UD School of Education studying middle-school math motivation and cognition 🧠 | consuming lots of coffee ☕️ along the way | she/her

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Elena Silla @elenamsilla.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Our new paper in EPR reviews research on what supports students’ algebraic thinking. Algebra learning is shaped by math knowledge (esp. fractions) and motivational/socioemotional factors. We suggest researchers use integrative models to study algebraic thinking. Check it out: tinyurl.com/EPR2026
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A Systematic Review of Mathematical, Motivational, and Socioemotional Propensities Related to Algebraic Thinking - Educational Psychology Review
Educational Psychology Review - Algebra serves as a critical gateway to advanced mathematics and STEM opportunities, yet many students in the U.S. struggle with its concepts. Although prior...
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
New paper in *Instructional Science* led by PhD Candidate Taylor-Paige Guba w/@mandymathed.bsky.social & Anne Morris! Correct, complete exemplars support PSTs' fraction magnitude explanations. Persistent overconfidence highlights need for explicit metacognitive support in teacher ed. rdcu.be/eX7ue
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
As Dr. Chawla explains, the 0–100 number line estimation task is widely used to study children’s numerical magnitude understanding. Along w/Dr. @juliebooth.bsky.social we asked a practical measurement question: What is the optimal number of items needed to retain the task’s utility? See new 📄 in JNC
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Elena Silla @elenamsilla.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Excited to share a new paper from UD's Early Fraction Understanding Project! We identified three latent profiles of informal fraction knowledge in first grade, each with relative strengths in their understanding of fraction concepts. Profile membership predicted cognitive skills and math knowledge.
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Elena Silla @elenamsilla.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Education colleagues: I am partnering with middle- and high-school math teachers in DE, PA, and MD to look at how belonging-supportive instruction shapes students' math experiences (see infographic). Teachers can participate in 2025 or early 2026. Please share w/ teachers who may be interested!
A flyer describing the current study. It says: Interested in Belonging-Centered Instruction? We are looking for middle- and high-school math teachers to participate in a study examining the relationship between Belonging-Centered Instruction and mathematical thinking and learning. The study will take place in Spring / Fall 2025. What you will be asked to do: Meet with our research team to discuss our study goals and your interests; record 3 math lessons and share them with our research team; lead students through math survey and assessments (~30 minutes), all data and information will be kept confidential. Benefits of participating: Participating teachers will receive a $100 gift card as a thank you for participating; We will work with you to provide resources, information, and support regarding Belonging-Centered Instruction. 

It also provides information about the PIs: Elena Silla is a PhD candidate studying Education at the University of Delaware. She is also a former 4th grade teacher. 
Dr. Christina Areizaga Barbieri is an associate professor of education at the University of Delaware. 
Please contact Elena Silla (esilla@udel.edu) if interested!
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
This was such a fun experience with @rodriguesjm.bsky.social Thanks for highlighting our work @jeffgreene.bsky.social !
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Oct = SREE PMENA & NCTM! @elenamsilla.bsky.social presents lab work @ PMENA in collab w/@damcotto.bsky.social. @meg-botello.bsky.social presents work w/@drteyar.bsky.social, @mandymathed.bsky.social & Dr. Jordan at NCTM. Lab Alum Dr. @kamalc31.bsky.social presents his UMaine work @ SREE tomorrow!
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Nicole McNeil @nicolemmcneil.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Are 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...
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Director of Research Programs | ERA
Company 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...
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Great time today giving a workshop on working w/worked examples in enVision math to DE math teachers & specialists for the School Success Center at @udelaware.bsky.social. Enjoyed developing the session w/PhD candidates @elenamsilla.bsky.social @meg-botello.bsky.social & Dr. @sarcler.bsky.social
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
It is difficult to find joy in our work when science is under attack. Today I led a professional learning session for math teachers based on my research w/ @elenamsilla.bsky.social. I also presented stellar grad students (including @sarcler.bsky.social) w/awards for their research. Joy unlocked 🤩
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Elena Silla @elenamsilla.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
At #AERA2025? Come check out the Math Methods and Motivation Lab's ongoing projects! I will be presenting some of my dissertation research at the MotSIG In-Progress Research Roundtable on Saturday 4/26 at 11:40, and would love to see you there! @aera-motsig.bsky.social.
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Dana Miller-Cotto @damcotto.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Please amplify!
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
🚨 📄 JEP pub w/K. Gesuelli, @juliebooth.bsky.social & L. Young. We examine profiles of encoding of algebraic equations in middle school at start- & end-of-year. Fraction computation skill predicted SOY profile. EOY profile related to differential fraction & algebra outcomes. doi.org/10.1037/edu0...
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Dana Miller-Cotto @damcotto.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
🚨New paper! We provide a balanced approach to discussing context‐level disadvantage and individual‐level agency (a focus of strength‐based research). This approach allows for a broader–a holistic–perspective on existing inequality research. compass.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirec...
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Christina Areizaga Barbieri, Ph.D. @cabarbieri.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
🚨 New Pub Alert! 🚨 Check our our new JEP paper examining the Variability in math achievement growth among students w/early MLD & the role of school supports lead by Dr. Kelly-Ann Gesuelli & coauthored by my colleague @damcotto.bsky.social ! psycnet.apa.org/record/2025-...
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Carlton J. Fong @carltonfong.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Incredibly excited about a special issue @chrisrozek.bsky.social and I are editing on SCHOOL BELONGING with Ed Psych Review! 🎉 The first paper is out! Once published, all papers can be found here: link.springer.com/collections/... I’ll update this thread when each article gets posted ⬇️
Colorful design with the words "You belong."
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Elena Silla @elenamsilla.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
🚨New Pub on Rough Draft Thinking in Math w/ @mandymathed.bsky.social & @meg-botello.bsky.social! We present 4 studies that show teachers incorporate Rough Draft Math into math classrooms through small, incremental changes to instruction. Check it out - it's open access! www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/14...
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Rough Draft Math as an Evolving Practice: Incremental Changes in Mathematics Teachers’ Thinking and Instruction
This paper presents exploratory findings suggesting that mathematics teachers can implement Rough Draft Math (RDM) by making small, incremental changes that align with their current practices and loca...
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Elena Silla @elenamsilla.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Hello BlueSky ed researchers 👋 I research math learning and motivation, like how middle-schoolers feel and experience the math classroom and how their classroom experiences relate to their mathematical thinking. I'm a doctoral student at Delaware & proud #AcaMama. Excited to connect with you all!
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Gabriel Rodríguez Lemus, Jr. @grodriguezlemus.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
We are almost at capacity in this starter pack! Everyone now left to be added will be added to Education Scholars Part II! If I didn’t add you to first one & you want to be added reply to to post! #EducationScholars go.bsky.app/H3QkVDR
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David Menendez @menendezcastano.bsky.social · 08/01/2024
I'm still figuring out how to use Bluesky, but sharing a paper seemed like a good time to learn! My paper with @marthaalibali.bsky.social and other amazing people is now available! srcd.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... We explored how 4-12yo US children think about inheritance!
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