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

600- Revealing and Addressing Students' Misconceptions of Perimeter and Area

Saturday, April 16, 2011: 8:00 AM-9:00 AM
140 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Jenni K. McCool
Co-speakers:
Carol Holland and Jeffery E. Barrett

This workshop will describe how a veteran teacher discovered students’ misconceptions of perimeter and area. It will share ways she addressed those misconceptions by developing and altering class lessons and assessment tasks. Examples of students' work will be presented along with handouts describing the lessons and tasks and their goals.

Presentation Format: 3-5 Session
Grade Band Audience: 3 to 5

See more of: 3-5 Session
<< Previous Presentation | Next Presentation >>