2010 Boston TI Regional Conference
Sponsored by
The Salem State Collaborative and
Reading Memorial High School, Reading, MA
Workshop 1: Shape Up! An Introduction to functions using Lists
and Scatter Plots.
Presenter: Sheryl
Edwards, T3 Regional Instructor, SuccessTech Academy, Cleveland, Ohio
Description: We will use real world data to
discover how related quantities look when graphed on a scatter plot.
Linear, quadratic, exponential and cubic relationships will be included.
We will use measurements, manipulatives and paper and pencil along side the
TI84 + graphing calculator. Students will be challenged to generalize
(model) the relationships as a function equation. ( 90 minutes)
Workshop 2: Using
the Inequality App on the TI 84+ to connect Algebra to Geometry
Presenter: Sheryl
Edwards, T3 Regional Instructor, SuccessTech Academy, Cleveland, Ohio
Workshop 3: Using TI Nspire Navigator
to Maximize Effective Use of Class Time
Presenter: Howard Stern, T3 Regional Instructor,
Description:
This presentation will provide an overview of the features of Nspire Navigator
which will help the instructor make the most effective use of class time.
Features include file transfer, taking attendance, and quickpoll.
Workshop 4: The Kidneys and a Drug Model on TI-Nspire
Presenter: Howard Stern, T3 Regional Instructor,
Description:
Presenter will share an activity used in pre-calculus which takes advantage of
the multiple representations on Nspire to give students a concrete example of
recursive functions and dynamical systems.
Workshop 5: Using TI-Nspire to
Explore Graph Theory
Presenter: Anna Panova, Lawrence HS, Hamilton NJ
Description: This is a hands-on workshop. Participants
will use the capabilities of TI-Nspire to investigate a graph theory problem
posed in the TIME Magazine. Through their investigation, participants will
discover the formula to find a number of edges in a fully-connected network.
Participants will also use TI-Nspire to analyze the data by using a Spreadsheet
and Scatter plots. Multiple representation of the problem will be discussed.
Workshop 6: Integrating
TI-SmartView and SMART Board to increase student engagement
Presenter: Anna Panova, Lawrence HS, Hamilton NJ
Description: In this session participants will explore
different ways to incorporate TI Emulator Software in a classroom with a SMART
Board. We will take a look at three emulators: TI-Smart View for TI-30X/TI-34
MultiView Scientific Calculators, TI-SmartView for TI 83 Plus/84 and TI-Nspire
Emulator. Come see how to utilize TI Emulator Software in any math classroom to
enhance student understanding and engagement.
Workshop 7: Using CAS to Foster
Independent Learners
Presenter: Patsy Fagan, Drake University
Description: What’s the next step? Is my answer right?
Questions like these often indicate a student’s lack of confidence and/or
conceptual understanding. Strategies and activities to help students become
independent learners using the TI-Nspire CAS will be presented. Novice users of
TI-Nspire CAS are welcomed.
Workshop 8: TI Nspire
Navigator, a tool to increase student engagement
Presenter: Ellen Browne, Pomfret School, Pomfret, CT
Description: Use the wireless Nspire Navigator to send
and collect pre-made documents, analyze them and give instant feedback to the
students. Use the Navigator to increase
teacher understanding of students thought process using the screen capture
feature and documents created by the students.
Workshop 9: TI Nspire
Navigator, a tool to increase student engagement
Presenter: Ellen Browne, Pomfret School, Pomfret, CT
Description: Use the wireless Nspire Navigator to send
and collect pre-made documents, analyze them and give instant feedback to the
students. Use the Navigator to increase
teacher understanding of students thought process using the screen capture
feature and documents created by the students.
Workshop 10: Investigating Distance vs. Time Graphs with
Motion Detectors
Presenter: Sarah Heller, Mathematics Consultant, TI Regional Trainer
Description: Using the CBR2 (Calculator Based Ranger) and
graphing calculators students will explore distance vs. time graphs in real
life. This hands-on activity is fun for all students while conveying the
powerful mathematical concept of slope. Students will interpret and
analyze distance vs. time graphs including starting position and slope and relate
rate of change to slope. Participants will leave with ready to use
activities for their classrooms.
Workshop 11: Projects for your PreCalculus and Algebra II
Presenter: Sarah Heller, Mathematics Consultant, TI Regional Trainer
Description: Looking for projects to enhance
your Algebra II and Pre Calculus classes?
We will explore several projects that incorporate real-life data and
technology. Activities include modeling
linear, quadratic, exponential and trigonometric and piecewise functions. Bring your TI-84 calculator (if possible)
for data and programs. Knowledge of using lists on a graphing calculator is
helpful. Participants will walk away
with ready to use activities for their students.
Workshop 12: What Can the TI-84
Plus 2.53 MP Operating System Do For You?
Presenter: Jean McKenny, TI National Consultant
Description: The latest update for the TI-84+
operating system includes some really nice new features. Come to this session and learn how much more
the 84+ can do for you and your students. Bring a TI-84+ and get it updated.
Workshop 13: Intermediate Cabri
Jr
Presenter: Bob Knittle, Jobs for the Future/ University
Park Campus School
Description: Experience the “Centers of a Triangle” and the “Euler
Line” with Cabri Jr and the TI 84. Follow along with a demonstration of
building the Euler Line, and discuss the relationships between the centers.
Other activities will also be presented to make further connections between
Algebra and Geometry.
Workshop 14: Introduction to
Cabri Jr
Presenter: Bob Knittle, Jobs for the Future/ University
Park Campus School
Description: Help for schools without computers! Cabri Jr is a wonderful APP for the TI 84,
designed to be used in any middle and high school classroom. Experience an introductory orientation to
Cabri Jr, and see how to implement a variety of activities in the
Algebra/Geometry classroom.
Workshop 15: Differentiated Instruction for the
Low-Level Math Learner
Presenter: Holly Terrill, Vernon
Public Schools/Texas Instruments- T^3 Regional Instructor Description: In this presentation, participants will have
the opportunity to see how math can be taught to all types of learners using
technology. The presentation will be geared to all types of learning styles so
participants will be able to see how easy it is to differentiate math in the
regular education or special education classroom.
Workshop 16: Incorporating
TI-Nspire in an Inclusion Classroom
Presenter: Anna Panova,
Description: The TI-Nspire handheld can be used to help struggling
students understand the process without getting stuck with the calculations
when learning a new topic.
Workshop 17: Introduction to
the TI-nspire
Presenter: Jennifer Toelken, STEM Middle Academy,
Springfield, MA
Description: Participants will be introduced to the
TI-nspire during this hands-on presentation.
We will focus on the various applications that the nspire has to
offer. This is an excellent workshop
for beginning graphing calculator users as well as experienced ones. This is also applicable to pre-service
teachers.
Workshop 18: Content vs.
Concepts
Presenter: Jeanne McKenny, T^3 National Trainer,
Vermont
Description: Students can learn definitions and memorize
formulas. They can calculate quantities
and attach proper units to answers.
However, do they understand the concepts embedded in the mathematics
they are learning? Do they even have
misconceptions? TI-NspireTM working
with the new TI-NavigatorTM for Nspire gives teachers a powerful tool to
measure and improve conceptual learning.
This hands-on session will provide several examples of how this can be
done.
Workshop 19: TI Math Print
Presenter: Steve Ouellette
Description: TBD
Workshop 20: Web 2.0 Tools
Presenter: Steve Ouellette
Description: TBA
Workshop 21: Excel in the Math/Science
Classroom
Presenter: Karen Ellis
Description: Excel is a powerful tool that can be used in
math and science classrooms in both middle and high school. Participants will
learn how this common software can enhance your students classroom experience.
Workshop 22: Technology in the
Standards Based Classroom
Presenter: Karen Ellis
Description: This workshop will focus on how technology
and standards based activities help enhance the math classroom for at-risk
students. Participants will leave with three activities that can implemented
with not only their at-risk students but with your honors students as well.
Workshop 23: SmartBoards in the
Math Classroom
Presenter: Leane Manderson
Description: This workshop will focus on how Smartboard
technology can be used in math classrooms.
Workshop 24: Using Interactive
Whiteboard Technology in the Geometry Class
Presenter: Audrey Coats, TI Regional Instructor
Description: This workshop will focus on how the
presenter uses interactive whiteboard technology to enhance the experiences of
her geometry students.
Workshop 25: Sketchpad in the
Geometry Classroom
Presenter:
Audrey Coats, TI Regional Instructor
Description: This hands-on workshop will focus on how the
Geometer’s Sketchpad can be used to explore topics in the geometry classroom.
Workshop 26: TI-89 in Pre-calculus
and calculus
Presenter: Marylou Sambatakos, Lynnfield High
Mathematics Department Head
Description: This workshop will focus on how the TI-89
can be used effectively in the pre-calculus to AP Calculus classrooms.
Workshop 27: Statistics on the
TI-84
Presenter: Marylou Sambatakos, Lynnfield High
Mathematics Department Head
Description: Statistics is a key component of the MCAS
exams from grade 7 through 10. See how the TI-84 can be used to help your students
better understand this math strand.
Workshop 28: Using Autograph in
Algebra 2 and PreCalculus
Presenter: Steve Smith, Mathematics Teacher, Lynnfield
High School
Description: This hands-on workshop will work with
Autograph, the most used Algebra program in mathematics classrooms around the
world, to discover properties of functions. The instructor will share
strategies that he uses within his
class to enhance student learning.
Workshop 29: Using Technology, A Veteran Teacher Learns to Become Better
Presenter: Don Cameron, Mathematics Teacher, Brooks
School, North Andover
Description: Learn how a math teacher of 36 years has
become a more invigorated and better teacher through the use of computer
software such as Autograph and Sketchpad. By no means an expert in any of the
software he uses, he picked only the facets of the software that genuinely
change how he teaches and how his students learn.
Workshop 30: The TI-84 in the
Algebra 2 Classroom
Presenter: Scott Trahan, TI Regional Instructor
Description: Use features of the TI-84 to enhance the
learning of Algebra 2 concepts in the classroom. This session will discuss
activities used to introduce and reinforce topics including modeling piecewise
functions, quadratic and polynomial regression, as well as solving systems
using matrices. A basic user’s guide written for students and handouts will be
available.
Workshop 31: Investigations
Using Probe Technology
Presenter: Scott Gordon, Science Department Head,
Lynnfield High School
Description: In this workshop, probe technology,
specifically Vernier Lab Quests, will be introduced and used in experiments
appropriate for high school science classes. Participants will have the
opportunity to perform short investigations using this equipment.
Workshop 32: Inquiry Based
Investigations in Physical Science
Presenter: Zac Billings, Science Instructor, Lynnfield
High School
Description: This workshop will focus on the use of CPO
equipment to teach basic concepts in distance, velocity and acceleration. Specifically
carts, timers, and ramps will be used in conjunction with Microsoft Excel to
record, analyze and graph data.
Determination of instantaneous and average velocity will be discussed.
Detailed handouts that can be used in either a physical science class or a
mathematics class.
Workshop 33: Apps and
Activities for Algebra with TI-73/TI-84 and TI Navigator
Presenter: Linda Apicella, T^3 National Instructor
Description: Instruction and Assessment in Pre-Algebra
and Algebra for grade 6-10 using the TI-73 and TI-84 Calculutors along with the
TI-Naviagator. Hand-outs will be available.
Experience in 6-10 Waterbury, CT Classrooms will be shared.
Workshop 34: Get NSpired!
Presenter: Michelle Bonds, TI Regional Instructor
Description: The new TI-Nspire is now easier to use. With
the new action/consequence documents, you can immediately incorporate this new
technology into your classroom effectively. Come see how you can motivate your
students with hands-on activities for Algebra and Geometry. No experience
needed.
Workshop 35: Two Sizes Too
Small!! Solving the Grinch Task with TI-Nspire
Presenter: Michael Edwards, Associate Professor
Mathematics Education, Miami University
Description: We explore affine and size change
transformations as we collaboratively solve the Grinch’s Heart Problem. As
students help the Grinch’s heart grow, they confront common misconceptions
involving proportionality and transformation.
Workshop 36: T^6= Tom’s Top Ten
Teaching Techniques with Technology
Presenter: Tom Beatini, Hillsdale, NJ
Description: Utilizing features of the graphing
calculator, this session focuses on techniques that motivate and engage
students in visualizing and making meaningful mathematical connections.
Calculator programs will be shared.
Workshop 37: Putting Life into
the Science and Math Classrooms
Presenter: Peggy Welch, Science Teacher Nicholasville, KY
Description: Classroom tested activities that integrate
science and mathematics core content will be presented.
Workshop 38: Trick Students
into Practicing. They Won’t Want to Stop
Presenter: Bob Garvey, T^3 National Instructor
Description: Calculator games designed for use on TI-73
and TI-84 calculators that lure students into wanting to practice above and
beyond minimal teacher expectations. These are ready-to-use and easy-to-learn.
Makes teachers’s lives easier and class time more productive
Workshop 39: Leave Your Books
in Your Lockers
Presenter: Bob
Garvey, T^3 National Instructor
Description: Practical uses of the TI-73 and the TI-84
that allow students to create, correct, and score their own practice work. Special
use of the “List Algebra” and “Random Number” power of the calculators will be
presented. Empower students to help direct their own learning in a way that’s
fun.
Workshop 40: Introduction to
Smart Response System (Senteo)
Presenter: Richele Shankland, Lynnfield Middle School,
Department Head
Description: Participants will have an opportunity to use
the interactive Senteo Smart Response System. A demonstration will be given as
to its uses for both summative and formative assessments. Participants will be
shown how to create questions, have students respond to questions using
handheld “clickers” and report/save results of their assessments.
Workshop 41: Jumping Frogs and
Games Oh MY!
Presenter: Miguel Garcia, Thomas Jefferson Jr. High,
Salt Lake City, Utah
Description: Participants will be given a variety of lessons and games
which will engage Middle School students. Participants will also see how to
integrate literature and mathematics.
Workshop 42: Your TI-84+ and OS
2.53. What’s New? How About Some Algebra
Presenter: Vincent Doty, T^3 National Instructor
Description: Participants will be introduced to the new
features available on OS 2.53. We will spend time learning how to effectively
use the 84+ to aid in factoring quadratics and solving equations. Tips for easy
graphing and a look at the Algebra APP will round out the fun.
Workshop 43: An Nspired Look at
Geometry
Presenter: Vincent Doty, T^3 National Instructor
Description: Participants will use material from
mathinspired.com to explore and investigate secondary geometry. We will also
create “tns” files for geometric constructions and look at the various geometry
tools available on TI-Nspire. Constructions, manipulation and fun.
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