Mathematics and Technology Sharing Conference

Sponsored by

The Salem State Collaborative Project for Mathematics, Science and Interdisciplinary Education

and

The Lynnfield Public Schools

June 29th and 30th

 

Co-Sponsors               Texas Instruments

                                    The Learning Team (Autograph Software)

                                    It’s About Time Publishing Co.

 

Vendors:                     Each day from 11:30 until 2:30 vendors will be set up in the Math Wing

 

Location:            Lynnfield High School, 275 Essex Street, Lynnfield MA 01940

Time:              8 AM to 2 PM

                        Session 1       8 – 10 AM

                        Session 2       10:15 AM – 12:15 PM

                        Lunch            12:15 PM – 1 PM

                        Speaker         1 – 2 PM

PDPs:              5 Hours per Day

Fee:                 $35 per Day Members                    $105 Non-Members

 

Monday                Session 1

 

Workshop 1:                Introduction to Autograph for Teaching Mathematics

Presenter:              Steve Smith

Description: This dynamic program is one of the top selling educational programs in Europe and the private schools in the US. It can be used for most mathematics courses from pre-algebra through college calculus. Teachers can use it for presentation purposes, preparing worksheets and assessments, and investigations/labs for students.  You have seen what the Geometers’ Sketchpad has done for Geometry. Now see what Autograph can do for the rest of the high school mathematics curriculum.  This session will be a hands-on presentation of many of Autographs capabilities along with suggestions for use within the classroom.

 

Workshop 2:              Projects for Geometry

Presenter:                   Audrey Coats

Description: Looking for projects to enhances your Geometry classes?  We will explore several student approved projects that incorporate real-life data and technology.  Possible topics include finding area, circumference and volume, arc measure vs. inscribed and central angles, modeling trigonometric equations, parametric functions.  Methods include classic construction, TI graphing calculators, computer lab activities, data collection.  Participants will walk away with ready to use activities for their students.

 

Workshop 3:              Teaching Mathematics with a Smartboard

Presenter:                   Leane Manderson  or Sarah Heller

Description: Learn how to bring your math lessons alive with SMART Boards! This workshop will show math teachers how to use the Notebook Software from SMART to teach math topics from Algebra to Calculus. Teachers will learn how to create SMART board math lessons using math software including Autograph, Geometer’s Sketchpad and TI-Smartview Calculator.  Teachers will also learn how to use the Recorder on SMART board and how to upload their lessons to their website.  Participants will also get a preview of SMART’s new Math Software, which will be available later this year.

Monday                Session 2

 

Workshop 4:               Projects for Algebra II and PreCalculus

Presenter:                   Sarah Heller

Description: Looking for projects to enhances your Algebra II and PreCalculus classes?  We will explore several student approved projects that incorporate real-life data and technology.  Activities include modeling linear, quadratic, exponential and trigonometric equations.  Topics range from biological examples, finance problems, Earth day data and social justice issues. Participants will walk away with ready to use activities for their students.

 

Workshop 5:               Statistics with the TI-84 (Algebra through AP Statistics)

Presenter:                   Marylou Sambatakos

Description:  Stats, stats, stats! They are everywhere! How do we make sense of it all?

This workshop will focus on statistics and how we can use technology to investigate statistical data. The TI-84 Plus will be used in the analysis of statistics to visualize and numerically analyze one-variable data two-variable data. Regression and residual plots will be discussed, as well as the correlation coefficient and the coefficient of determination in our quest for the appropriate model for our data. Participants will have time to practice with data, to link and send data, and to practice on the TI-84. We will share our questions, successes, and pitfalls, as we use the TI-84 in the study of statistics!

 

Workshop 6: Using Senteo- SMART’s interactive response system for the Smartboard

Presenter: Audrey Coats

Description:  Senteo is SMART’s interactive response system for the Smartboard.  Come see it in use and play along with remote control clickers.  Participants will learn how to create multiple choice, true/false, and open-ended questions in SMART’s Notebook Software.  You will also learn how to set up your class roster and how to import grades directly into an Excel or grading program. 

 

Tuesday              Session 1

 

Workshop  7:             Activities for Autograph

Presenter:                   Steve Smith

 Description:  This workshop can be considered a follow up to the introductory workshop, but is also open to any teachers who already have a basic understanding of the Autograph software.  This workshop will be focused on sharing and producing Autograph activities for use within the classroom.  The time will be tailored to the needs of the individual participants as much as possible. Participants are encouraged to bring their textbooks to use to design activities for next year.

 

Workshop 8:             Geometry Constructions ~  Old school vs New thinking ~ Cabri Jr.

Presenter:                   Audrey Coats

Description: Discover how this dynamic geometric software for the graphing calculator can change the way students learn geometry.  Participants will learn the basic function of Cabri Jr. and receive activities to use in the own classrooms.   Bring your graphing calculator (TI-84 family) and a flash drive for electronic downloads. 

 

Workshop 9:              Teaching Mathematics with a Smartboard

Presenter:                   Leane Manderson  or Sarah Heller

Description: Learn how to bring your math lessons alive with SMART Boards! This workshop will show math teachers how to use the Notebook Software from SMART to teach math topics from Algebra to Calculus. Teachers will learn how to create SMART board math lessons using math software including Autograph, Geometer’s Sketchpad and TI-Smartview Calculator.  Teachers will also learn how to use the Recorder on SMART board and how to upload their lessons to their website.  Participants will also get a preview of SMART’s new Math Software, which will be available later this year.

 

 

Tuesday              Session 2

 

Workshop 10:              Using the CBR (Calculator Based Ranger) and TI - 84 to study Linear and Quadratic Functions

Presenter:                   Sarah Heller

Description:            This workshop will feature the CBR /TI 84 to collect data and analyze linear and quadratic functions. Participants will collect data using the Hiker program, Dist - Match application and the Ball Drop application. The TI - 84 lists, data analysis, and graphing capabilities will be used to develop mathematical models. Some non - CBR problems will also be discussed. Participants will leave with lessons and activities ready to use in their classroom.

 

Workshop 11:             Using Senteo- SMART’s interactive response system for the Smartboard

Presenter:                   Audrey Coats

Description:  Senteo is SMART’s interactive response system for the Smartboard.  Come see it in use and play along with remote control clickers.  Participants will learn how to create multiple choice, true/false, and open-ended questions in SMART’s Notebook Software.  You will also learn how to set up your class roster and how to import grades directly into an Excel or grading program. 

 

Workshop 12:             Using the TI-89 in Algebra, Precalculus, and Calculus

Presenter:                   Marylou Sambatakos

Description: How can we encourage students to extend their knowledge in Algebra 2, Precalculus, and Calculus? The TI-89 can be used to not only connect ideas, but more importantly to foster more in-depth understanding. We will begin by discussing Algebra topics, such as using functional notation, expanding and factoring expressions, and solving equations and inequalities. Various graphing techniques will be discussed, such as transferring points from a graph to the home screen, graphing piecewise functions, and drawing horizontal lines, vertical lines, and inverses. Our topics will conclude with discussion of Calculus topics, such as limits, average rate of change, derivative, tangent line to a curve, Riemann sum, integrals, differential equations, and slope fields.

 

 

Please register at our website www.salemcollaborative.org, or email the following information to Jim Kearns at registration@salemcollaborative.org.  If you have registration questions, please either email (preferred) or call Jim at 781-771-4860.

Make checks or Purchase Orders payable to CPMSIE and Bring to the First Session

DEADLINE to sign up for the Mathematics Sharing Conference  is June 21st .