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

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241- Math: A Not-So-Universal Language

Friday, November 8, 2013: 3:30 PM-4:30 PM
Room 219 (Kentucky International Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Amy Nebesniak
Co-Speaker:
Aaron Burgoa


Is mathematics really the universal language? With an increased focus on problem solving and reasoning in the mathematics classroom, students with limited English may struggle to learn this “universal language” of mathematics. We will discuss a variety of strategies that we have found increase English language learners' prealgebra skills.

Presentation Format: 9-12 Session
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12

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