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| Strand 3 Sessions -- Monday, April 24, 2006 |
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Strand 3. Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
Familiarize other leaders with the latest state-of-the-art technology and models that hold promise to improve teaching and learning of mathematics. Consider questions such as: What are examples of educationally sound and appropriate technology uses in mathematics education? How do leaders help teachers keep up to date with technology applications for instruction? What are some examples of technology that streamline or simplify what a teacher does on a daily basis?
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| 7 | 8:00 - 9:00 | Room C | Grades 6-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Preparing Teachers Using a New Technology Option for Interactive Learning and Assessment |
| Learn how two teacher preparation programs at different institutions have incorporated wireless communication between students’ graphing calculators and the instructor’s computer to create real-time, formative assessment that streamlines teachers’ tasks and supports research-based instructional strategies and improved student learning. |
| Presider: | Darlene MacKeen Hudson, Chignecto-Central Regional School Board, Truro, NS, Canada |
Speaker(s): |
Judy S. O’Neal, North Georgia College and State University, Dahlonega, GA
Patsy Fagan, Drake University, Des Moines, IA |
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| 8 | 8:00 - 9:00 | Room F | Grades 9-College | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| WvEB Mathematics: College Level, Web-Enhanced Algebra and Trigonometry Courses for High School Students in West Virginia |
| This project was developed to provide a smooth transition into college mathematics. High school sections have a lower D/F/W rate than on campus sections. Course design and a study using the math portion of the ACT test will be discussed. This project is funded in part by NSF. |
| Presider: | Robin Levine-Wissing, Glenbrook North High School, Northbrook, IL |
Speaker(s): |
Laura J. Pyzdrowski, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
Anthony S. Pyzdrowski, California University of Pennsylvania, California, PA |
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| 19 | 9:10 - 10:10 | Room 120/124 | Grades PK-12 | Major Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| A K-12 Curriculum with Computer Algebra Systems (CAS): What Is It and What Would It Take to Get It? |
| Computer algebra systems are to algebra what scientific calculators are to arithmetic, and they raise many of the same questions. What are reasonable uses of this technology? What cautions should be kept in mind? |
| Presider: | Ruth Harbin Miles, NCSM C2 Regional Director, Olathe Schools, Olathe, KS |
Speaker(s): |
Zalman Usiskin, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL |
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| 27 | 9:10 - 10:10 | Room 122 | Grades 9-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Higher Level Remedial Algebra for Seniors Through Function |
| Are you providing a remedial math class for seniors that is algebra-based and helps prepare them for college or the work place? We will investigate a function-based approach to teaching remedial algebra – graphing calculator required. |
| Presider: | Patricia Taepke, Covina-Valley Unified School District, West Covina, CA |
Speaker(s): |
Edward D. Laughbaum, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH |
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| 35 | 10:20 - 11:20 | Room B | Grades 6-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Autograph: Maintaining Learners Focus on Math Through the Structured Use of Projected Computer Technology |
| Autograph is now established as a “must have” resource for teachers in the United Kingdom. It is now available in the U.S. and this session will consist of a multimedia demonstration followed by a discussion of issues associated with integrating dynamic software into classrooms and strategies for teacher training. |
| Presider: | Lisa Walker, The Learning Institute, Hot Springs, AR |
Speaker(s): |
Alan Catley, Tyne Metropolitan College, North Tyneside, United Kingdom
Douglas E. Butler, iCT Training Centre, Oundle School, Peterborough, United Kingdom |
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| 36 | 10:20 - 11:20 | Room 125 | Grades 6-8 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Interactive School Mathematics: Tapping into the Way Students Really Learn |
| Experience a conceptually new online-based and interactive-technology-driven approach to teaching and learning middle school mathematics that fuses math and technology and empowers students to explore math and challenge assumptions. Implications for teacher professional development using the power of these interactive lessons will be considered. |
| Presider: | Kimberly Jones, The Learning Institute, Hot Springs, AR |
Speaker(s): |
Bill Masalski, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA |
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| 52 | 11:30 - 12:30 | Room C | Grades PK-8 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Oh Where, Oh Where Has That Web Address Gone!? An Organizational System for Math Leaders and Teachers with Whom They Work |
| Finding educationally-sound and mathematically-appropriate Internet resources is not enough. Leaders will explore an organizational system for Web resources that allows easy production of almost-on-demand assistance for teachers and promotes and models high-quality professional development as it delivers content in a formal with high teacher-approval. |
| Presider: | JoAnn Hiatt, Olathe East High School, Olathe, KS |
Speaker(s): |
Gail Hoskins, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
Patti Brosnan, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH |
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| 53 | 11:30 - 12:30 | Room 125 | Grades 9-College | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Technology Tips for Your Advanced Placement Teachers |
| Help your Advanced Placement Calculus teachers visualize topics with touch screen interactivity on a handheld calculator. Interactivity makes it easy to provide multiple representations of functions. We will explore interactivity in the context of several problems that are appropriate for an AP Calculus course. |
| Presider: | Rita Kabasakalian, Fordham University, New York, NY |
Speaker(s): |
Ben Klein, Davidson College, Davidson, NC |
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| 54 | 11:30 - 12:30 | Room B | Grades PK-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Online Instructional Modules and Virtual Manipulatives: Differentiated Instruction in Mathematics |
| Online instructional modules (virtual manipulatives) can be utilized as a differentiated instructional technique. The presenter will share design techniques to help create and implement the use of online modules. Participants will get ideas for how to assist teachers, schools, and parents as they implement online instructional tools. |
| Presider: | Janie Schielack, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX |
Speaker(s): |
Timothy T. Thomas, McCall-Donnelly School District, McCall, ID |
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| 61 | 12:50 - 1:50 | Room C | Grades 6-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Using Technology as a Tool for Instruction in Middle School and High School Mathematics Classrooms |
| This session will address major curriculum areas of secondary school mathematics and how up-to-date software, calculator, and Internet tools can enhance instruction. The session will include both a presentation of instructional tools and an open, active discussion regarding technology that others use in their classrooms. |
| Presider: | Royce Page, Valle Imperial Mathematics, El Centro, CA |
Speaker(s): |
William L. Blubaugh, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO |
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| 62 | 12:50 - 1:50 | Room 122 | Grades 9-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Using Interactive Whiteboard Technology to Transform Classroom Instruction |
| Learn how a high school has restructured their technology position and implemented SMART Board technology. Presenters will demonstrate how these changes have improved mathematics instruction and increased student engagement. |
| Presider: | Mona Toncheff, Phoenix Union High School District, Phoenix, AZ |
Speaker(s): |
Scott Miller, Naperville Central High School, Naperville, IL
David Sladkey, Naperville Central High School, Naperville, IL |
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| 80 | 2:00 - 3:00 | Room F | Grades 9-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Success Is the Greatest Motivator: Motivate Your Algebra Repeaters with Incentives and Technology |
| Mathematics leaders from a large Texas school district will share results of an innovative pilot project designed to “catch” failing high school students up to grade level. They will discuss how technology and creative scheduling helped kids get back on track. |
| Presider: | Susan Slesnick, America’s Choice Inc., Louisville, KY |
Speaker(s): |
Libby Chaskin, Northside Independent School District, San Antonio, TX
Karen J. Duncan, Northside Independent School District, San Antonio, TX |
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| 81 | 2:00 - 3:00 | Room 122 | Grades 6-8 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Technology in Middle School Mathematics: Using a Scientific Calculator as a Tool for Exploration |
| The scientific calculator provides a means of exploring topics in middle school mathematics that is not available otherwise. Are your teachers employing the scientific calculator to its fullest advantage? |
| Presider: | Claudette Engblom-Bradley, University of Alaska-Anchorage, Anchorage, AK |
Speaker(s): |
Kenneth L. Pendleton, GED Testing Service, Washington, DC |
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| Strand 3 Sessions -- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 |
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Strand 3. Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
Familiarize other leaders with the latest state-of-the-art technology and models that hold promise to improve teaching and learning of mathematics. Consider questions such as: What are examples of educationally sound and appropriate technology uses in mathematics education? How do leaders help teachers keep up to date with technology applications for instruction? What are some examples of technology that streamline or simplify what a teacher does on a daily basis?
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| 89 | 8:00 - 9:00 | Room 122 | Grades 6-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Understanding the Balance Between Number Sense and Technology |
| Number sense is an important component to all levels of mathematics instruction. This session will provide useful strategies and techniques to help staff create a balance between enhancing student number sense and incorporating technology within a mathematics classroom. Calculators will be provided. |
| Presider: | Darlene Teague, North Kansas City Schools, Kansas City, MO |
Speaker(s): |
John T. Neral, Oakland School District, Oakland, NJ |
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| 98 | 8:00 - 9:30 | Room C | Grades 6-12 | Extended Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Using the TI Navigator to Provide Differentiated Mathematics Instruction in an Inclusive Setting |
| Participants will engage in an interactive model of ongoing staff development in which the TI Navigator is used to improve teaching and learning in an inclusive setting by providing differentiated instruction via flex groups based on student misconceptions. |
| Presider: | Janet Patterson, The College of the Bahamas, Nassau, Bahamas |
Speaker(s): |
Terry Politi, Cecil County Public Schools, Elkton, MD
Georgia A. Wensell, Cecil County Public Schools, Elkton, MD
Michele G. Eggleston, Cecil County Public Schools, Elkton, MD |
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| 104 | 9:15 - 10:15 | Room E | Grades 6-8 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Tinkering with TinkerPlots: A Look at New Ways to Explore Statistics Using Computer Software (Grades 6-8) |
| This session will provide an overview of ways to use a software tool, TinkerPlots, to explore statistics with middle grades students. Attention will be given to facilitating statistical conversations. The software will be demonstrated, ways students approach solving problems using the software will be considered, and videos of student conversations will be analyzed. |
| Presider: | Dan Lotesto, Milwaukee Public Schools/University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI |
Speaker(s): |
Susan N. Friel, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC |
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| 114 | 10:00 - 11:30 | Room G | Grades 6-8 | Extended Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Ideas That Work! Strategies, Resources, and Tools to Improve Mathematics Teaching and Learning |
| The session will provide an example of a strategy that has helped educators and policy makers in Nevada improve the quality of mathematics teaching and learning in the middle grades. The presentation will review goals and processes involved in the development of the MINES (Mathematics Instruction for Nevada Educational Support) Project. |
| Presider: | Marcella McNeil, Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, VA |
Speaker(s): |
James W. Brant, Mathematics Education Services, Education 2000, Carson City, NV |
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| 115 | 10:00 - 11:30 | Room C | Grades 9-12 | Extended Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Probing for Success in Algebra: A Seamless Integration with Data |
| Algebra becomes more relevant in the presence of data. We will investigate and discuss data-rich investigations using appropriate embedded technology that can help students understand mathematical concepts. We will model a workshop using graphing calculators and probes that you can use with your teachers. |
| Presider: | Rita Gordon, Minuteman Regional High School, Lexington, MA |
Speaker(s): |
Jerald W. Murdock, Key Curriculum Press, Emeryville, CA |
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| 135 | 2:15 - 3:15 | Room 241 | Grades 9-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Now That You Have the Technology, How Can You Motivate Teachers to Use It? |
| Once math teachers understand how technology can save them time, help in compacting the learning process, provide feedback, and encourage fluid inquiry, technology becomes less of a burden and more of a necessity in the classroom learning environment. Ideas on how teachers can minimize their learning curve will be discussed. |
| Presider: | Tonda Hager, Waubonsie Valley High School, Aurora, IL |
Speaker(s): |
Beth Bos, University of Houston, Houston, TX
Susan E. Williams, University of Houston, Houston, TX |
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| 136 | 2:15 - 3:15 | Room 125 | Grades 6-8 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| MathStar Project: A Collaboration and Collection of “Electronic” Resources for Teachers and Students |
| Come learn about MathStar and the resources created by each partner and shared among the states. |
| Presider: | Julia Marsh, Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, MO |
Speaker(s): |
Rachel Saldivar, Wexford Inc., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Dotti Ysais, Los Angeles County Office of Education, Downey, CA
Jean Toshima, MathStar Project, Los Angeles County Office of Education, Downey, CA
Karin Wiburg, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
Rocio Benedicto, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
Cindy Cardinale, Monterey County Office of Education, Salinas, CA
Amanda Ross, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Kent Tamsen, Colorado Department of Education, Denver, CO |
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| 137 | 2:15 - 3:15 | Room C | Grades PK-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Digital Libraries: A Look into Teaching Resources, Present and Future |
| Learn what the National Science Digital Library, the Ohio Resource Center, and other digital libraries offer mathematics teachers. Get an overview of outstanding digital resources, standards correlations, and online publications supporting mathematical understanding and good pedagogical practice. Join a discussion about how digital libraries can support the needs of today’s teachers. |
| Presider: | Karen Cannon, Maryville University, St. Louis, MO |
Speaker(s): |
Judith R. Spicer, Ohio Resource Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH |
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| Strand 3 Sessions -- Wednesday, April 26, 2006 |
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Strand 3. Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
Familiarize other leaders with the latest state-of-the-art technology and models that hold promise to improve teaching and learning of mathematics. Consider questions such as: What are examples of educationally sound and appropriate technology uses in mathematics education? How do leaders help teachers keep up to date with technology applications for instruction? What are some examples of technology that streamline or simplify what a teacher does on a daily basis?
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| 158 | 8:00 - 9:00 | Room 121 | Grades 9-12 | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| En(light)ening Volume |
| The presentation will discuss the implementation of a technology-based mathematics lesson from the perspective of a preservice secondary mathematics education student. Discussion will include the student’s decision-making process in his choice in using digital cameras and The Geometer’s Sketchpad to find the volume of a light bulb. |
| Presider: | Carol Fisher, Valle Imperial Math Project, El Centro, CA |
Speaker(s): |
David A. Buhl, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI |
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| 167 | 8:00 - 9:30 | Room 230 | Grades PK-5 | Extended Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Utilizing Technology to Develop Mathematics Content of Elementary Teachers |
| Connecting current research and the perspectives of university faculty, project director, project staff, and classroom teachers, the presentation team will share their findings on the design and implementation of online and face-to-face professional development focused on developing mathematics content for elementary teachers. |
| Presider: | Greta Kemp, The College of the Bahamas, Nassau, Bahamas |
Speaker(s): |
Thelma A. Davis, Clark County School District, Las Vegas, NV
Jeffrey Shih, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV |
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| 183 | 10:00 - 11:30 | Room C | All Grades | Extended Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Virtual Manipulatives: What Does Current Research Tell Us About Classroom Practice and Student Progress? |
| Virtual manipulatives are computer versions of physical manipulatives. The past year has provided leaders with much needed research on using virtual manipulatives. Through a multimedia demonstration and an interactive discussion, participants will gain knowledge of the research and practical ideas for teachers. |
| Presider: | Christina Nugent, Dubuque Community School District, Dubuque, IA |
Speaker(s): |
Jeanine L. Haistings, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS |
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| 184 | 10:00 - 11:30 | Room B | All Grades | Extended Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Using PDAs to Develop Reflective Preservice Teachers |
| This session will report the findings of a project to integrate handhelds into a teacher education curriculum so that they can be used effectively in diverse school settings. Goals are to learn to use handhelds as an organizational tool, for demonstrations and activities, and to develop curriculum utilizing handhelds. |
| Presider: | Nita Cochran, Norman Public Schools, Norman, OK |
Speaker(s): |
Karen S. Norwood, Benjamin Banneker Association President, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC |
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| 191 | 10:30 - 11:30 | Room 125 | Grades 9-College | Regular Session | Strand 3: Leadership with the Spirit of Technological Innovation
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| Persuading Teachers to Take the Software Out of the Box |
| This session will describe the dynamic software Autograph, and the associate training initiatives that are well-established in the United Kingdom. These would work well in the U.S. to inspire and motivate teachers to put the software to use and to add a sparkle to their lessons with technology. |
| Presider: | Jan Scott, Holt, Rinehart, Winston, Lewisville, TX |
Speaker(s): |
Douglas E. Butler, iCT Training Centre, Oundle School, Peterborough, United Kingdom
Alan Catley, Tyne Metropolitan College, North Tyneside, United Kingdom |
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