National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2013 Regional Conference and Exposition: Louisville, Kentucky

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

195- What Knowledge Do Secondary Geometry Teachers Need to Be Effective?

Friday, November 8, 2013: 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Room 219 (Kentucky International Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Margaret Mohr-Schroeder
Co-speakers:
William Bush and Carl W. Lee

Handouts
  • GAST Regional NCTM Handout 2013.pdf (85.1 kB)

  • Teaching geometry concepts such as surface area, volume, and similarity and congruence in a climate of high-stakes testing can be a daunting and challenging task. We will report on the research results of Geometry Assessments for Secondary Teachers, a National Science Foundation–funded project, revealing what factors affect student achievement in secondary geometry classrooms.

    Presentation Format: Research Session
    Grade Band Audience: Higher Education, Preservice and Inservice

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