Since 1990, most of his focus
has been on LaPREP, a program which he
envisioned, developed,
directs, and for which he acquires funding sources.
It is designed for high-ability middle and high school students
with the purpose of encouraging and instructing them to successfully
complete a college program, preferably in math, science, or
engineering. LaPREP has been very successful,
receiving accolades from
local, state, and national
organizations,
including the National Science Foundation and the Mathematical
Association of America.
As a direct result of LaPREP, Dr. Spaht has won two awards for public service: The Jefferson Award for Outstanding Public Service in Education and the Jacqueline Onassis Award for Greatest Public Service Benefiting Local Communities.
Dr. Spaht is currently interested in
math intervention programs for
minorities and reform in the teaching of mathematics
incorporating the use of
technology. He teaches a variety of undergraduate courses.
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