The University of Texas at Dallas professor of mathematical sciences routinely follows up with students and teaching assistants to fine-tune his teaching methods for conveying complex concepts. For his efforts, Zweck was recently recognized by the UT System with its highest teaching honor — the Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award (ROTA). Throughout his 30-year career, Zweck has tested new teaching methods, including small-group problem sessions, from the feedback he has received from students and teaching assistants. About the Award The UT System Board of Regents established the annual awards program in 2008 to honor exemplary classroom performance. Nominees are evaluated for their teaching performance, including classroom expertise, curricula quality, innovative course development and student learning outcomes.