| Time |
Title |
Session# |
Session Type |
Grade Span |
Description |
Presenter |
| 8:00 - 9:00 |
Building Modular Origami = Building Spatial
Reasoning |
130 |
WkS |
6-12 |
Extend your students' understanding of
three-dimensional geometry through an examination of the underlying structure
and interrelations of polyhedra, including surface and dihedral angles, axes
and planes of symmetry, and the concept of duality, by creating a variety of
captivating modular paper-folded models. No previous origami experience
required. |
Cagle, Peg |
| 8:00 - 9:00 |
Fun and Powerful Geometry Activities for All |
134 |
WkS |
6-12 |
In this session several field-tested activities to
teach geometry will be implemented. These activities are mathematically rich,
standards-based, educationally flexible and super fun! Participants will
experience the fun of discovering geometric properties and develop academic
vocabulary. Templates of the materials used will be provided and teachers
will be able to use them the next day in their own classroom. |
Winicki-Landman, Greisy |
| 8:00 - 9:00 |
Mathematics And Poetry |
136 |
WkS |
6-12 |
Mathematics and Poetry are often seen as opposed to
each other. However both seek the essence of experience, and compress our
understandings into often-elegant forms. Writing poetry about mathematics
increases understanding of mathematics, enriches poetic vocabulary, and
integrates feeling into cognitive understandings. This workshop will present
poems about mathematics and a bibliography. Teachers will experiment with
writing games and exercises that are effective in the classroom. |
Dorf, Carol |
| 8:00 - 9:00 |
Technology to Empower and Build Mathematical
Capacity |
141 |
WkS |
3-8 |
Teachers hold the key to improving student learning
and achievement and hence the equity in mathematics. They must know
“mathematics for teaching” in order to make mathematics accessible to all. We
will share strategies from school projects (American, Canadian, Australian)
in which teachers “teach rather than tell”, in order to get students to
“understand rather than to memorize” concepts of fractions, decimals,
measurement, and algebraic thinking. Get a CD of ON and OFF computer
material.
|
Neufeld, Rudy |
| 8:00 - 9:00 |
It's All Connected: Similarity as a Geometric
Building Block |
150 |
WkS |
8-12 |
Start with a rubber band activity that establishes a
conceptual basis for understanding similarity. Next solve some rich,
interesting problems using similarity. After developing the notion of
expanding and reducing figures, use it to develop right triangle
trigonometry. Then extend similarity for plane figures to include area
comparisons, and conclude with surface area and volume comparisons for
three-dimensional figures.
|
Arth, Karen |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
2 Birthday Parties in 1 Day? Problem Simulations on
TI-Nspire |
207 |
WkS |
8-C |
The results of the Birthday Problem are
counter-intuitive; most people are surprised at how few people it takes to
find matching birthdays. We'll explore this with a TI-Nspired probability simulation that is accessible to middle and
high school students. Then,
we'll extend the Birthday Problem to ask: Are 4 digits enough? When your teacher posts only the last 4 digits of everybody's SS#,
what's the chance that 2 will be the same?
|
Moskowitz, Stuart |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
Grids, Games and Arrays |
213 |
WkS |
PK-2 |
In this K-2 workshop, the tens frame is used as a
way for students to see a number of objects as composed of fives and extras.
The arithmetic rack (rekenrek) is a visual and physical tool for thinking
about number combinations and differences. We will explore some engaging
games that build number sense using these kinds of grids and arrays. The supplies required for the
classroom are simple to make and/or readily available.
|
Carlyle, Ann |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
Algebra Connections: All Students Can Learn Algebra |
215 |
WkS |
8-12 |
This session will demonstrate problem-based,
student-centered lessons written for use with collaborative learning teams.
Learn how to use structured student roles, multiple representations of ideas,
and questioning strategies that draw out contributions from all students.
Every student is smart--the task is to give them opportunities to show how.
Based on the CPM Algebra Connections (Algebra 1) Program. |
Petersen, Bob |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
Geometry of Nature: Exploring Patterns, Shapes and
Symmetry |
237 |
WkS |
6-12 |
Using naturally occurring examples of patterns,
shapes, and symmetry can provide context for concepts learned in a
traditional geometry class. This
workshop will present hands-on activities to explore macroscopic and
microscopic examples of geometry in nature. By interacting directly with different phenomena, students
can discover how geometry affects our world. Teachers will gain concrete
ideas of how to integrate patterns and symmetry from nature into their
classes.
|
Yu, Julie |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
Mathematical Modeling using the TI-nspire |
240 |
WkS |
8-C |
This workshop will focus on using the multiple
representation functionality of the TI-nspire to model real world situations.
There will be an emphasis on Algebra and Calculus. |
Cook, Joshua |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
Build It, Draw It, Write It, Talk It . . . Own the
Equity! |
241 |
WkS |
3-5 |
Engage students with a wide range of ability levels
and learning styles with technology. We will use hands-on computer activities
to build student confidence and understanding using interactive software
along with high-yield instructional strategies in a variety of instructional
settings. Participants will examine how to apply this student-centered,
interactive approach to a variety of concepts including whole numbers and
fractions. Participants will received a CD for classroom use. |
Neufeld, Rudy |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
Fun Factoring: Strategies that Make Sense to All
Students! |
245 |
WkS |
3-8 |
All students can be successful using strategies from
this hands-on workshop. Participants learn unique, multiple representation
strategies, and motivating games using multi-sided dice and cards, for prime
factoring and for factoring fractions to find LCM and GCF. Students learn to view and decompose
numbers, in a “different” way, one that leads to success in Algebra and
higher mathematics. Strategies
are extended for factoring of polynomials, quadratics and finding square
roots.
|
Mc Guire- Paulson, Nancy |
| 9:30 - 10:30 |
Graphs: More Than Pretty Pictures |
251 |
WkS |
3-5 |
Students need to collect, organize, and display
information in meaningful ways that help them make sense of the world around
them. Graphs should help students compare and analyze the information that
occurs in classroom and real-world experiences. The session will include
lessons and activities that teachers can take back to their classrooms and
use Monday. |
Holman, Lynda |
| 11:00 - 12:00 |
Big Math for Little Kids: Sorting and Patterns |
315 |
WkS |
PK-2 |
Preschool and kindergarten children constantly try
to understand their world. Sorting and recognizing patterns are important processes. Learn the developmental sequences and
have fun with hands-on activities you can use tomorrow. (All activities support CA
kindergarten standards and
preschool learning foundations.) |
Silverman, Sandy |
| 11:00 - 12:00 |
Diamond Problems across the Grades |
332 |
WkS |
3-8 |
See how to use this effective teaching strategy to
reinforce operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and integers to
show the relationships between multiplying, dividing, adding and subtracting.
We will show how to introduce this strategy in the lower grade levels and how
to progress it through middle school math content and into algebra -
culminating with how to use diamond problems with polynomials, factoring, and
completing the square. |
Bjorkman, Thomas |
| 11:00 - 12:00 |
It's A Tangram World |
336 |
WkS |
3-5 |
Working with this unique puzzle facilitates
understanding of geometric shapes, congruent shapes, similar shapes, and size
of angles. Making a set develops understanding of fraction-decimal-percent
concepts. Building the world develops understanding of the relative size of
continents. Playing games and solving puzzles strengthen math concepts. |
McLean, Peggy |
| 11:00 - 12:00 |
Going Beyond Algorithms for Area and Perimeter |
338 |
WkS |
3-8 |
This session will use geo boards and graph paper to
define area, and establish relationships between finding the area of
rectangles, parallelograms, and triangles. Participants will work in teams on
a series of area problems as the presenter models strategies for guiding
students to engage with increasingly difficult problems. Participants will
receive a CD with electronic copies of all materials presented, and will be
able to retain any manipulatives used in the session. |
Smith, Keith |
| 11:00 - 12:00 |
Speaking Math |
340 |
WkS |
6-12 |
A language-based approach to the instruction of
math. Research shows that a more interactive classroom is an effective way to
build student mastery. Teachers should use language as a "social tool
for collective thinking." We will focus on making talk central to
learning and knowing, especially for ELL. We will practice giving students
access to academic concepts by talking through their definitions with each
other and by forming definitions using familiar language and concepts.
|
Cook, Joshua |
| 11:00 - 12:00 |
Closing the Achievement Gap with Math Simulations |
341 |
WkS |
3-8 |
In this engaging hands-on session, you will enter a
21st century classroom where you learn math using online simulations.
Participants will become aware of the potential power of simulations for
teaching math concepts using an inquiry-based approach. They will become
familiar with various simulations and their correlations to the state math
standards. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the
simulations' implementation in the classroom.
|
Elias, Emad |
| 11:00 - 12:00 |
Developing Linear Relationships |
344 |
WkS |
6-8 |
Experience some of the developmental problems that
lead to understanding linear relationships. We will use activities from the
new CPM middle school program, Making Connections: Foundations for Algebra,
Year 2. You will see how the developmental focus is on conceptual
understanding that leads to solving proportions, determining the slope of a
line, and solving systems of equations. |
Shreve, Barbara |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
Integrating Proportions Across the Curriculum |
404 |
WkS |
6-12 |
All educated citizens need to know how and when to
use proportions. This session
will use an activity-based approach to do many sorts of proportional
problems. The power of
proportions is impressive, with few tools and a little ingenuity we can do
very sophisticated calculations. We can go from measuring the diameter of a human hair to calculating
the distance between the Sun and the Earth. Proportions transcend math and science. We will also show how to use
proportions for our daily life. |
Tamez, Modesto |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
The Art of Units: Arrays, Areas and Angles. |
413 |
WkS |
PK-2 |
Students' conceptual understanding of multiplication
starts with the visual representation of an array. But the square units in
the arrays can teach so much more! From a visual tool of a single square unit
we can teach measurement that builds understanding through patterns to
multiplication, area and perimeter and more. Come and see how creatively and
artistically unit-building can be used to visually teach math concepts.
|
Canty, Luana |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
Conceptual Algebra: Teach More, Better, Faster |
415 |
WkS |
6-8 |
Research shows that students learn best when they
gain conceptual understanding before moving to procedural recipes. Explore
hands-on investigations and video animations that develop conceptual
understanding and lead to abstract procedures. The session will focus on
solving equations and linear functions. Get materials, learn how to
facilitate active learning, and how to integrate conceptual instruction into
you classroom. |
Erickson, Sheldon |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
Student Centered Projects to Enrich a Precalculus
Class |
434 |
WkS |
8-C |
The presenters share projects that connect directly
to topics in the precalculus curriculum, but use real data and information
developed by students. Some projects involve collecting data from a pendulum,
bouncing ball, or cooling water. In others, students design the problems and
outcomes. Attendees will choose which projects to focus on during the
session. You will walk away with
ready-to-use handouts and samples of student work. Bring a TI-83 or TI-84 calculator, if you can.
|
Albrecht, Masha |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
Exponential Opportunities for ELs with
Comprehensible Input |
435 |
WkS |
GI |
Yes they can! English learners can meet the high
expectations with specially designed instruction. This workshop shows you how
to plan and deliver lessons that are comprehensible to EL students at every
level. It shows how to integrate the hallmarks of quality instruction for EL
students. The highlight of this session is a lesson taught in another
language that illustrates how to make content accessible and comprehensible
even to students who speak no-English. |
Costa, Elmano |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
Engaging Middle School Students with the TI-34
Multiview |
440 |
WkS |
6-8 |
Participants will receive ideas on how to use the
TI-34 to excite students about mathematics using patterns and activities that
will use the calculator for student-centered learning with fractions and
scientific notation. |
Solomon, Deobra |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
Fun in Algebra Class! |
441 |
WkS |
6-12 |
Hands-on workshop introducing classroom-ready fun
activities as supplementary instructions addressing diverse modes of learning
algebra. Topics include solving equations, inequalities, factoring, graphing,
problem solving, exponentials and logarithms. We will present: games, art
projects, videos, animal characters, poetry. Assessment shows improvement of
content understanding and involvement for learners on all levels. |
Grzegorczyk, Ivona |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
The Number Line? Animate it to Teach and Reach
(grades K-2) |
446 |
WkS |
PK-2 |
Use the Animated Number Line to build non-language
based, visual understanding of number relationships, difference, place value,
and multi-digit addition. This interactive session will show how to develop
number sense, count money, and show computation through hands-on activities
that use the number line to increase understanding and retention for all
students. CD with animations and handouts provided.
|
Zeller, Erich |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
Room for Alternative Algorithms: Multiplication
& Division |
448 |
WkS |
3-8 |
Many students struggle with multiplication and
division, particularly involving multi-digit numbers. As a 6th grade teacher,
I have routinely used alternative algorithms to increase student
understanding of the big four operations; addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division. This session will follow the pedagogical model
used with students (focus is on multiplication and division, starting
concretely and slowly moving towards the abstract), in their search for
understanding. |
Preston, Robert |
| 1:30 - 3:00 |
How Likely Is It? -- Probability Games of Fun and
Chance |
451 |
WkS |
3-8 |
Probability is one of the most exciting and
motivating math standards to investigate. Come join the fun as we explore a
wide range of hands-on games and activities from a variety of sources. Our
examination of this fascinating concept will include the use of dice,
spinners, coins, and more. Through these activities students will learn how
to interpret graphs, make predictions, and analyze data. Connections to other
areas of the curriculum, and challenges for gifted students will be discussed
|
Murray, Tom |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
From Passive Spectator to Productively Engaged |
505 |
WkS |
Tchr Ed |
Develop the many facets of adaptive reasoning -
thinking logically about the relationships among concepts and situations;
considering alternative perspectives, multiple representations and patterns;
selecting appropriate procedures to solve contextually accessible problems;
and justifying solution decisions. |
Vierra, Vicki |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Powerful Problem Solving: Functions in Algebra 2 |
507 |
WkS |
8-12 |
Participants will experience several activities
concerning functions in an Algebra 2 class. These will include using a human
graph to explore functions, domain and range, and asymptotes. There will be a
function carousel, silent board game and some team problems to work on
involving graphs of parabolas, hyperbolas, exponentials, absolute value, and
logarithms. Teachers will receive ideas and materials that they can use in
their own classrooms. |
Romanek, Brenda |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Powers of Art: Multiplications for Middle Grades |
513 |
WkS |
3-8 |
Inspired by Warhol & Mondrian, learn to
visualize multiplication through art! Cut, glue & paint your way through
a variety of art projects that develop conceptual understanding for middle
grades multiplication. Aesthetic representations illustrate different
mathematical models, emphasizing the commutative, associative, and
distributive properties, as well as exponents. This hands-on session will
enliven and enrich your math teaching! Non-artists are especially welcome!
|
Morris, Kathy |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Visual, Auditory, & Kinesthetic Cures for
Scrambled Brains |
515 |
WkS |
3-5 |
Participants will learn and practice specific
tactics to facilitate equitable learning of content standards. Strategies
include student-made manipulatives, instant assessment for more efficient
instruction, language to enhance understanding, total student participation
that engages and reveals individual mastery. Individual problems addressed.
Handout. |
Manderscheid, Marilynn |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Solar Calendar Geometry--It's All Angles! |
517 |
WkS |
6-12 |
Explore the geometry of the sky as we model the
orbital planes and relative positions of the sun and moon through the seasons
and discuss the 18.6 year “lunar standstill.” We will make a "pinhole analemma" and design our
own "ancient
observatory". This
workshop is based on observations and activities done at the Cesar Chavez
Memorial Solar Calendar in Berkeley, California. |
Brady, Victoria |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Making Sense of Integer Operations |
533 |
WkS |
6-8 |
Help your struggling students understand integer
operations by using familiar contexts and a model. Learn how to create bridges to understanding between
concrete thinking and abstract ideas associated with integers. |
Raff, Cynthia |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Geometry in Playgrounds |
536 |
WkS |
3-8 |
Come explore the geometry of playgrounds! These
activities were developed in conjunction with the Exploratorium's NSF-funded
Geometry Playground exhibition. Designed for use in generic parks,
playgrounds, and schoolyards, we'll make measuring tools to use outside where
we'll make measurements, identify and draw shapes, compare shape attributes,
explore networks, and play some games. In the event of rain, we’ll make
indoor adaptations. |
Lambertson, Lori |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Building a Bridge from Elementary Mathematics to
Geometry |
539 |
WkS |
3-8 |
Hands-on activities and strategies will be presented
to help the elementary student, including English Language Learners and those
considered at-risk, to master the geometric principles necessary to be
successful in higher level mathematics courses. |
Walker, Juanita |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Scaffolding a Square = Success^2 |
543 |
WkS |
8-12 |
A rich and thematic set of problems (developed by
the California Mathematics Project and the MPDI) illustrate effective
scaffolding of area and perimeter concepts. At their upper level, an elegant
solution to the area maximization problem highlights the value of completing
the square. Taking this experience back into the classroom and incorporating
manipulatives has yielded tips to improve instruction, and increased student
success when analyzing conic sections. |
Beeman, Bix |
| 3:30 - 5:00 |
Level the Playing Field for All Using Math Games! |
544 |
WkS |
6-12 |
Using math games as a teaching strategy provides
teachers with tools to motivate all students, especially those who struggle
with math. The curriculum becomes available to all students using these games
centered around Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, and Football. All students get a chance to
score while refining fundamental skills with algebra, integers, fractions,
decimals, basic operations and more! Put on your game face and be prepared to
play! |
Mc Guire- Paulson, Nancy |
