He also is the Past-President of the School Science and Mathematics Association (SSMA) which publishes the research journal, School Science and Mathematics. SSMA is an international organization dedicated to improving instruction in and between science and mathematics education. Prof. Zollman is a Past Vice-President for Publications of the Research Council on Mathematics Learning. In 2005, Alan received his university’s Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award. He is a former middle and secondary school mathematics teacher.