Dov Zazkis primary research interest is the teaching and learning of undergraduate mathematics. His research specifically focuses on student proof production and how informally generated/stated mathematics can inform the generation of fully formed rigorous proofs. The step from understanding what is going on in a given mathematical situation and the communication of this understanding in the form of a proof is a major stumbling block for mathematics majors. Zazkis research aims to both elucidate what happens when this process is successful and develop instructional approaches that support this process.
