Expertise
Discrete mathematics, abstract algebra, computing with Mathematica
Research Interests
Computational Mathematics, discrete mathematics, abstract algebra, computing with Mathematica
My main research interest is in implementation of algorithm in discrete mathematics and abstract algebra. I'm also interested in data visualization.
Education
- Ph D: Mathematics, (1980), University of Rhode Island - Kingston, RI
Supporting Area: Approximation Theory
Dissertation/Thesis Title: Best Approximation with Respect to Two Objectives - MS: Mathematics, (1973), University of Rhode Island
- BA: Mathematics, (1971), St. Anselm College - Manchester, NH
Selected Awards and Honors
- Mathematical Sciences Teaching Excellence Award (2008), Teaching - UMass, Lowell
- Mathematical Sciences Teaching Excellence Award (2002), Teaching - UMass, Lowell
Selected Publications
- Levasseur, K.M., (2023). "Pass the Buck" on a Rooted Tree. Mathematics Magazine, 1-9
- Levasseur, K.M. (2019). Markov Chains. MAA Press
- Levasseur, K.M. (). “Pass the Buck” on a Complete Binary Tree. Mathematics Magazine.
- Levasseur, K.M., Doerr, A.W. (2019). Applied Discrete Structures (3.6).
- Levasseur, K.M., Hibbard, A. (2000). A Microworld for Learning Abstract Algebra. Journal/Anthology,9.
- Hibbard, A.C. (Central College (IA)), Levasseur, K.M. (1999). Exploring Abstract Algebra With Mathematica® (pp. 467). Springer-Verlag/Telos
- Levasseur, K.M. (1995). The Solution of Linear Equations with Integer Coefficients Using Modular Arithmetic and Cramer’s Rule. Journal/Anthology,4.
- Levasseur, K.M. (1988). How to beat your kids at their own game. Mathematics Magazine, 301–305.
- Doerr, A.W., Levasseur, K.M. (1985). Applied discrete structures for computer science. SRA School Group
- Levasseur, K.M. (1984). A probabilistic proof of the Weierstrass approximation theorem. Amer. Math. Monthly,91 249–250.
- Levasseur, K.M., Lewis, J.T. (1982). Least-squares approximation with restricted range. Journal of Approximation Theory,36(4) 304-316.
Selected Presentations
- What a Difference 30 Years Makes! - Adventures in Mathematics Textbook Publishing - Joint Math Meetings, January 2014 - Baltimore
- How to Beat Your Kid at Their Own Game - Focus on Mathematics Seminar, January 2006
- Using Interactive Labs to Explore Abstract Algebra Topics - Minicourse at the Joint Math Meetings, January 2002 - San Diego, CA
- A Collaborative Approach to Professional Development Through Problem Solving - Special Session on Mathematics and Education Reform at the Joint Math Meetings, January 2001 - New Orleans, LA
- A Microworld for Exploring Abstract Algebra - AMS Meeting, April 2000 - Lowell, MA
- Interactive Labs in a Microworld for Abstract Algebra - NERCOMP Mathematica SIG, February 2000 - Amherst College
- Exploring Abstract Algebra with Interactive Labs - Minicourse at the Joint Math Meetings, January 2000 - Washington, DC
- Exploring Abstract Algebra with Interactive Labs - Minicourse at the Joint Math Meetings, January 1999 - San Antonio, TX
- An On-line Course In Mathematica - UMass ITC Conference, April 1998
- Exploring Abstract Algebra with Mathematica - UMass Lowell Mathematics Colloquium, April 1998 - Lowell, MA
- Problem Solving in Mathematics - Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Instruction, March 1998 - Lowell, MA
Selected Contracts, Fellowships, Grants and Sponsored Research
- Lowell Tex: Embracing Lowell's Cultural, Historical, and Educational Assets to Create Pathways to STEM (2015), Grant - UMass President's Office
Hansen, C.J. (Co-Principal), Kuhn, S. (Principal), Kazmer, D.O. (Co-Principal), Reynaud, E. (Co-Principal), Levasseur, K.M. (Co-Principal), Scribner-Maclean, M. (Co-Principal) - Co-PI: UTeach replication grant (2012), Grant - Mass Dept. of Education
- UTeach Replication (2011), Grant - MA Department of Education
- ARRAS - U-TEACH UMass Lowell (2011), - U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Levasseur, K.M. (Co-Principal) - Focus on Mathematics (2010), Contract - NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
Levasseur, K.M. (Principal) - Mathematical Experiences MMSP - Title IIB (2010), Contract - U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Levasseur, K.M. (Principal) - PI: UML subcontract for Mathematical Experiences (2008), Grant -
- Focus on Mathematics (2009), Contract - NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
Levasseur, K.M. (Principal) - Mathematical Experiences MMSP - Title IIB (2009), Contract - U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Levasseur, K.M. (Principal) - Mathematical Experiences MMSP - Title IIB (2008), Contract - U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Levasseur, K.M. (Principal) - Co-PI: UMass Instructional Technology Grant: Enhanced Learning and Advice through Online Assignments (2008), Grant - UML
Levasseur, K.M. - PI of the UML subcontract for Focus on Mathematics (2003), Grant - UML
- Co-PI: Teaching and Learning Seed Grant: Introducing WebWork to UML (2007), Grant - UML
Levasseur, K.M.