Saturday, April 16, 2011: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
120 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Mary Pat Sjostrom
Many students equate excellence in math with speed in problem solving and are unaware that mathematicians may spend years on a single problem. Learn about a project that encourages students to investigate a single problem at length and to communicate mathematical thinking. Receive detailed directions and sources of problems.
Presentation Format: 6-8 Session
Grade Band Audience: Higher Education, 6 to 8