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PS 400-499

Friday 3:15-4:45


Changed & New Sessions this hour: 411
Closed Workshops
this hour:
Canceled Sessions this hour:

DESIGNATION CODES: T1=Title 1; EL=ESL/LEP; G=Gifted; T=Technology; L=Low Performing; S=Special Ed
FOCUS CODES:
GAP=Closing the Achievement GapTECH=Integrating Technology in Learning
MREAS=Mathematical ReasoningASMT=Assessment & Intervention
STD=Standards BasedACCES=Universal Access


STRANDS



BANNEKER/EQUITYSessions     
CGISessions
TODOS/ELLSessions
TECH/APPLE, TI
Sessions


401 FEATURED SESSION
CC Primrose B
General

 

DO WE REALLY HAVE AN "ACHIEVEMENT" GAP?

Matt Larson, Lincoln Public Schools
The majority of achievement differentials may be a result of our own instruction, curriculum, and policies. This session will examine the latest research on closing the instructional gap.

L
GAP; ACCES; ASMT

larsonmatt:
Matt Larson



402 CC Mesquite CK–5

 

MATH FOR ALL: DIFFERENTIATING MATH INSTRUCTION

Marji Freeman, Math Solutions: Marilyn Burns Education Associates
This session focuses on meeting students' instructional needs through differentiating instruction. A variety of approaches that help make instructional adjustments to content will be addressed.
Repeats 101
T1 G EL L S
GAP




403 FEATURED SESSION
Wyndham Madera
1–6

 

CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT: ENVISION SUCCESS FOR ALL

Randall Charles, San Jose State University
Effective teaching is grounded on conceptual development. Problem-based Interactive Learning coupled with Visual Learning is a proven approach. Examples will show how this can be implemented.

T1 EL L
MREAS

RandChas:
Randall Charles


404 Wyndham Mojave Learning Center

 

DIFFERENTIATE INSTRUCTION WITH HIGHER ORDER THINKING QUESTIONS

Robyn Silbey, Montgomery County Public Schools, Maryland
In this humorous, informative, and interactive session, you’ll learn about and respond to higher order thinking questions that dig deep conceptually while celebrating diversity and differentiation. Analyze student samples. Handout.





405 FEATURED SESSION
CC Primrose C
2–4

 

POWERFUL REPRESENTATIONS FOR DEVELOPING ALGEBRA IN GRADE 3

Catherine Fosnot, Mathematics in the City
This session will focus on the development of equivalence, exchange, undoing, net change, and the early development of proof.

T1 EL
GAP; MREAS

fosnotcath:
Catherine Fosnot


406 FEATURED SESSION
CC Primrose A
4–9

 

HELPING STUDENTS WRITE, SPEAK, AND THINK MATHEMATICALLY

Brad Fulton, Enterprise ESD
Language is the way our brain processes information. Promoting and fostering language in the math classroom increases mathematical thinking and learning. A comprehensive handout is included.

T1 G EL L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS; ASMT

bradfult:
Brad Fulton


407 FEATURED SESSION
CC Primrose D
6–9

 

A VISUAL APPROACH TO MATH: ACTIVE STRATEGIES THAT WORK!

Guillermo Mendieta, Meaningful Learning
Many of our students lack the basic skills to succeed. Come learn a set of active visual/experiential learning strategies to help your students succeed. First 50 participants get a "surprise" resource.
Similar to 601 but at 2-5 Level
T1 EL L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS

mendguillermo:
Guillermo Mendieta





408 FEATURED SESSION
Wyndham Pasadena
General

 

TEACHING TO GENDER DIFFERENCES

William McBride, Consultant
Many boys are failing in our schools.  Dr. McBride's speech will weave humor with specific strategies to promote instruction that supports both male and female brains.

T1 G EL L S
GAP; ACCES

mcbridewm:
Bill McBride



410 CC Mesquite EGeneral

 

TITLE 1: KEY FACTOR TO SINGAPORE'S EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE

Alice Ho, Math Teach (Singapore)
The simplicity of using everyday materials and effective teaching aids to improve fluency in logical thinking skills.
Repeats 812
G L S
GAP; ASMT




411 Tickets RequiredCC Mesquite FPreK–1

 

WHEN IN DOUBT-ADD!

Judy Beller, Lone Star Learning
Students can go beyond finding the numbers and adding in every problem-solving situation. Four types of addition and subtraction will be shown using story mats, number lines, and songs.
Repeats 510 But NOT TICKETED; This is a speaker change from the printed program listing.
T1 G EL L S
MREAS




412 Hyatt Grand Salon IIIPreK–3

 

ENVISIONING MATHEMATICAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES FOR ALL!

Barbara Blanke, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Use visual models to differentiate instruction while ALL of your students are engaged in math learning centers so you can reteach and challenge students in guided math groups. Handouts!

T1 G EL L
ACCES




413 Zoso Palo VerdeK–2

 

SUM ADDITION ACTIVITIES FOR PRIMARY STUDENTS

Peggy McLean, Private School
Hands-on activities and games that build number concepts, addition facts, and strategies. Solve challenging puzzles by decomposing numbers. Open-ended tasks and challenges included in handout.
Repeats 312
T1 G EL
GAP; MREAS




414 Tickets RequiredCC Mesquite AK–3

 

ASSESS, ANALYZE, DIFFERENTIATE: MEETING ALL STUDENTS' NEEDS

Christina Myren, Conejo Valley USD
Participants will examine age-appropriate assessments, look at student work, and see examples of differentiated independent and group work based on assessed needs. Receive a CD of resources.

T1 G EL L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS; ASMT




415 Hilton Plaza BK–5

 

SINGAPORE MATH: STUDYING THE TEXTS

Robin Ramos, Los Angeles USD
What can we learn from Singapore Math? We will look closely at number bonds, mental math, place value including number disks and metric measurement, and bar models as effective practices.

T1 EL L S
GAP; MREAS




416 Hilton Plaza C1–3

 

DO YOU THINK YOU CAN FIGURE IT OUT?

Sandy Cohen, Curriculum Associates
Problem solving is the key to success in life, in the classroom, and on tests. Leave with a packet of authentic problems, goodies, and a new approach to teaching math.

G EL
MREAS; ASMT




417 Tickets RequiredCC Smoke Tree C2–6

 

PLAYING SMART GAMES THAT APPLY MATH SKILLS

Pamela Van Arsdale, Navajo Co. Schools; & Denise Green, Blue Ridge USD
Research shows that playing games in math class gives access to all students and creates an environment in which students apply their skills. Smart Board technology will be used.
Repeats 322 BUT NOT TICKETED
T1 G EL T L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS; TECH




418 CC Mesquite D2–8

 

FASTT MATH: A POWERFUL PROGRAM FOR FACT FLUENCY INSTRUCTION

Sue Licastro, Greenfield USD; & Lloyd Martinez, Tom Snyder Productions
Learn how one California district has improved math fact fluency using a research-based software program that helps students recall basic facts from memory.

EL T L
TECH




430 CC Mesquite B3–5

 

TEACH FOR MEANING WHILE CONQUERING THE MADNESS OF PACING

Mark Alcorn, San Diego USD
Learn how Math Routines and Concept 4-packs can enhance your existing math program. Find out how to teach for meaning while providing your students time to preview and review math concepts.

T1 G EL L
GAP; MREAS; ASMT




431 Tickets RequiredCC Mesquite G3–5

 

DEVELOPING CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING AND PROCEDURAL FLUENCY

Mike Fulton, Sask Math Teachers Society
A series of engaging constructivist activities designed to develop conceptual understanding and procedural fluency through problem-solving and visualization approaches.
Repeats 331

GAP; ACCES; MREAS; ASMT




432 Hilton Horizon II3–5

 

A SMART WAY TO UNDERSTAND FRACTIONS AND DECIMALS

Helen Jordan & Phyllis Blackwood, Los Angeles USD
Engaging learners in an analysis of a literary selection will support understanding of fractions and decimals and the relationship between the two, in a real-world context.

T1 EL L
GAP; ACCES; MREAS




433 Zoso Mesquite3–5

 

CHILDREN'S UNDERSTANDING OF MULTIPLICATION

Betty Clemens, San Bernardino COE
This session will focus on what CGI research shows us about children's understanding of multiplication. Video clips will be used to share student strategies.

T1 G EL L
ACCES; MREAS



434 Wyndham Santa Rosa
3-8

 

Mystery Numbers and Math Icons

Melanie Montgomery
Explore strategies to differentiate your standardized mathematics curriculum and make it accessible to all learners. Use the engaging math warm-ups and activities presented first thing Monday morning!

T1 G E L S
MREAS GAP STD ACCES




435 Hyatt Plaza Salon II4–7

 

NOTHING BUT THE FACTS

Amy Erickson, Walnut Valley USD
Help students master basic math facts. Learn strategies, experience activities, and engage in games that will help students practice basic math facts at school and at home.

T1 EL L S
GAP; ACCES




436 Hyatt Plaza Salon III4–7

 

50 CALCULATOR ACTIVITIES FOR PROBLEM SOLVING & NUMBER SENSE

Lynda Wormell, Los Angeles USD/CSU Northridge
Over 50 calculator activities to develop mathematical power, critical thinking, and problem solving while building number sense.

T1 G EL T L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS; ASMT; TECH




437CC Mesquite H4–9

 

MAKING CONNECTIONS TO ACCESS & RETAIN MATH CONCEPTS (ELS)

Maria Tere Hirsch, Montebello USD
All students, especially English learners (ELs), access and retain math concepts using vocabulary building activities, organizers, other techniques, and research. Student samples will be shared.
Repeats 335
T1 EL L S
GAP; ACCES




438 Hilton Palm Canyon4–10

 

LEARNING MULTIPLICATION FACTS THROUGH TANGLE TABLES

Luis Vazquez, Monrovia HS; & Chris Brown, Madera HS
Help your students master, reinforce, practice, or learn their multiplication facts through competition and puzzles rolled into one. Ready to use Monday morning. Bring your flash drive.

T1 EL L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS




439 Zoso Ocotillo5–8

 

ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER?

Richard Kalman, Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools
These 5  Math Olympiad problems were given to 40,000 5th graders last year. Can you solve them? You will receive another 50 problems (and solutions!) to use with your students.

G
MREAS; ASMT




440 Tickets RequiredCC Smoke Tree F5–9

 

ONLINE PD FOR MATH PROBLEM SOLVING AND USE OF TECHNOLOGY

Suzanne Alejandre, The Math Forum @ Drexel
Lessons learned from online workshops and courses about building a problem-solving culture and a professional community of practice that directly addresses your classroom needs.
Repeats 642
T1 T L
MREAS; TECH




441 Zoso Sunset North5–9

 

GREAT QUESTIONS, REAL SKILLS, DEEP UNDERSTANDING

Priscilla Elsner, Santa Clara USD
Problems,assessment items, and questioning strategies to promote equal access, depth of understanding, number sense, algebraic thinking, and proportional reasoning = higher achievement for ALL students.

T1 G EL T L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS; ASMT; TECH




442 Hyatt Boardroom5–10

 

PAPER AND SCISSORS POLYGONS

Linda Silvey & Barnabas Hughes, CSU Northridge
Participants will learn how to fold and cut many of the regular polygons. Extensions of stars, snowflakes, and flowers will be presented.

T1 G EL
GAP; ACCES; MREAS




455 Tickets RequiredWyndham Cactus6–8

 

TEACHING & LEARNING COLLABORATIVES: POWERFUL TEACHING FOR ALL

Anthony Quan & Helen Chan, Pasadena USD/K–12 Alliance
A hands-on approach to Professional Learning Communities through Middle School Lesson Studies used in math with specific protocols, including scenario planning, focused on analysis of lesson design.
Similar to 677 but 9-12 Level
T1 G EL T L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS; ASMT; TECH




456 Hilton Horizon I6–9

 

TEACH PROPORTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS TO ENGLISH LEARNERS, ET AL.

Debra Coggins, Debra Coggins & Associates
See powerful representations and activities that help all students, including English Learners, communicate and think proportionally while also developing a critical foundation for formal algebra.
Repeats 357
T1 EL L S
GAP; ACCES; MREAS




457 Wyndham Catalina6–10

 

AFRICAN FRACTALS: CULTURALLY RELEVANT PEDAGOGY IN MATH

Kyndall Brown, UCLA Mathematics Project
This presentation will use the topics of fractals to explore what culturally relevant pedagogy looks like in a mathematics classroom.

T1 G EL L
ACCES




458 Wyndham Ventura6–11

 

AIMING FOR INTERVENTION, NOT BUSINESS AS USUAL

Mardi Gale, WestEd
Examine essential elements for algebraic intervention illustrated by an engaging, conceptually-based, standards-aligned program, supporting students by focusing on barriers to success. Flexible appeal.

T1 EL L
GAP; ACCES; ASMT




459 Tickets RequiredCC Smoke Tree B6–12

 

UTILIZING SCIENTIFIC CALCULATORS WITH "AT-RISK" STUDENTS

Christine Kasitz, Opportunities for Learning Charter School
Tips and tools for using the TI-30XS Multiview Scientific Calculator with "at-risk" students. Topics: fractions, decimals, percents, function tables, radicals, and more in a hands-on demonstration.

T1 EL T L
GAP; ASMT; TECH




460 Zoso Oasis North6–12

 

SUPPORTING TEACHERS TO INCREASE RETENTION

Davida Fischman, Inland Counties Mathematics Project; & Carol Cronk, San Bernardino COE
Share visions, models of support, initial data, and emerging issues of the five-year retention initiative, California Mathematics Project Supporting Teachers to Increase Retention (CMP STIR).


GAP; ACCES; MREAS




461 Zoso Sunset South6–12

 

THE 15 MOST PERPLEXING MATH PROBLEMS EVER DEVISED

Ed Zaccaro, Retired
The solutions to these problems seem straightforward and simple, but the obvious answers are incorrect. To find the correct solutions, students must change their normal thinking patterns.

G
MREAS




462 Zoso Oasis South7–8

 

INCREASING MOTIVATION IN THE MATH INTERVENTION CLASSROOM

Kristin Halter, Santa Maria-Bonita SD; & Elsa Medina, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Come and experience problem-solving tasks and walk away with effective practices to increase motivation in an intervention classroom to reach English learners and struggling students.

T1 EL L
ACCES




463 Tickets RequiredCC Smoke Tree E7–9

 

CHANGING OPPORTUNITIES AND LIVES WITH TI MATHFORWARD

Bill Gammons, Richardson ISD; & Melody DeRosa, Texas Instruments
MathForward utilizes a combination of professional development, curriculum enhancement, and technology to engage students while allowing teachers to assess understanding and promote learning.

T1 T L
GAP




464 Hilton Tapestry7–10

 

PYTHAGORAS AND PROBABILITY

Maureen Burkhart, Los Angeles USD
Here is a hands-on activity that explores and extends the idea of the Pythagorean Theorem from IMP for 10th grade Geometry, and 7th grade as well!

EL L S
ACCES; MREAS




465 Tickets RequiredHilton Oasis II7–12

 

NSPIRING GEOMETRY

Roberta Koss, T3
We'll explore the Graphs and Geometry application of the new TI-Nspire and see how you can help your students better visualize geometry.

T
TECH




466 Hyatt Grand Salon I7–12

 

IMAGINE MATH DAY

Darryl Yong, Harvey Mudd College; & Pam Mason, Math for America Los Angeles
An outreach activity designed to engage secondary school students and their teachers in authentic mathematical discovery.

T1 G L
GAP; MREAS




467 Hyatt Petit Salon7–12

 

PRESIDENTIAL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN MATHEMATICS TEACHING

Sandie Gilliam, CMC
This working session will help nominees prepare to develop a "presidential" application and video for the 2008–2009 awards.


MREAS; ASMT




468 Tickets RequiredHilton Oasis III7–C

 

TI-83/84 OPERATING AND CLASSROOM TEACHING TECHNIQUES

Bob Curry, San Diego USD
Learn to operate and teach with the interchangeable TI-83 and 84. Attendees get a presenter written, classroom-validated manual. TI-83 or 84 is all a humanities major needs for HS/college algebra.

T
TECH




469 Wyndham Chino B8–10

 

ADVENTURES IN ALGEBRA: MAKING ALGEBRA ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL

Ivan Cheng, CSU Northridge
Do your students struggle in algebra? Come find out how you can teach algebra at a rigorous level by incorporating activities that make algebra an adventure! Sample activities included.

T1 EL L
GAP; ACCES




470 Tickets RequiredCC Smoke Tree A8–12

 

NAVIGATING THROUGH ALGEBRA I, AN INTERACTIVE APPROACH

Randy Lobe, Olympia SD
Algebra I is much more interesting and exciting with TI-Navigator. You can make the concepts more interesting, monitor and interact with the students, and give students instant feedback.

T L
GAP; MREAS; ASMT; TECH




471 Wyndham Sierra8–12

 

MAKE YOUR STUDENTS ABSOLUTELY PROFICIENT WITH ABSOLUTE VALUE

Darrell Manderscheid, Garden Grove USD
We will solve equations with any number of absolute value expressions having one or two variables by using one simple method similar to a sign graph. Bring your favorite ABS VAL definition.


MREAS




475 Hyatt San Jacinto9–12

 

ENVISIONING ALGEBRA FOR ALL WITH GEOMETER'S SKETCHPAD

Maria Fernandez & Isaura DeLeon, Fullerton JUHSD
Participants will engage in lessons to increase student comprehension of difficult algebra concepts. We use GSP and a digital camera. Handouts and CD provided. No familiarity with GSP is needed.

T1 EL T
ACCES; TECH




476 Wyndham Andreas9–12

 

THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF CALCULUS: THE MATHEMATICS OF CHANGE

Fred Decovsky, Teachers Teaching With Technology
Participants will investigate a variety of activities and problems from Algebra 1 to Precalculus that will provide a better understanding of the mathematics of change.

G T S
MREAS; TECH




477 Wyndham Chino A9–12

 

FALLACIES ABOUT THE MEAN, MEDIAN, AND MODE

Ann Watkins, CSU Northridge
How can we go wrong teaching these basic concepts? We will have some fun examining several enticing examples that commonly are used to illustrate the mean, median, and mode. Handouts provided.
Repeats 283

MREAS




479 Tickets RequiredWyndham Pueblo B9–12

 

ONGOING ASSESSMENT + MULTI-LEVEL QUESTIONS = SUCCESS FOR ALL

Allan Bellman, UC Davis
Learn methods that provide continuous assessment information during a lesson. See how this knowledge, different levels of questioning, and flexible groups allow a teacher to meet each student's needs.


GAP; ASMT




480 Wyndham San Jacinto9–12

 

STATISTICAL LITERACY FOR ALL WITH STATS IN THE NEWS

Daren Starnes, The Lawrenceville School
From tires to texting to tattoos, statistical studies can help students make sense of their world. Come see how stats in the news can be used to enhance all students' statistical reasoning.

T
MREAS; TECH




481 Tickets RequiredCC Smoke Tree D9–C

 

TOUR DE PYTHAGORAS, EUCLID, AND ARCHIMEDES WITH GEOGEBRA

Armando Martinez-Cruz, CSU Fullerton; & Jose Contreras, U of Southern Mississippi
Antique (but current) Greek mathematics with modern technology for a state of the art teaching and learning of geometry. Ideas for implementation, handouts, and CD provided. Intro to GeoGebra provided.

T
MREAS; TECH




482 Hyatt Plaza Salon I9–C

 

CONTRACTION MAPPINGS: A CONCEPT WHOSE TIME HAS COME

Kurt Kreith, UC Davis
An ability to generate cobweb diagrams has been built into graphing calculators for over 15 years. Familiarity with contraction mappings is central to making them meaningful in the classroom.
Repeats 878
T
MREAS; TECH




483 Hilton Plaza A10–11

 

TEACHING GEOMETRY USING THE TI-NAVIGATOR

Carol Giesing, San Diego USD
I will share how I integrate technology in learning geometry. Daily quick assessment with the TI-Navigator and how the TI-84 Cabri Jr. App is used for understanding and construction. Hands-on practice.

T1 G EL T L S
GAP; MREAS; ASMT; TECH




484 Hilton Plaza D11–C

 

CONDITIONAL PROBABILITY AND THE GRAPHING CALCULATOR

Todd Cadwallader Olsker & Nicole Engelke, CSU Fullerton
We will present a classroom activity that simulates a probability experiment on the TI-84 calculator, and discuss how the activity can be used to promote understanding of conditional probability.

T
TECH




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8:30 - 10:00PS 100-199
8:30 - 10:00PS 500-599
10:30 - Noon PS 200-299
10:30 - Noon PS 600-699
Noon
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1:30 - 3:00 PS 300-399
1:15 - 2:45 PS 700-799
3:30 - 5:00 PS 400-499
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