Thursday, November 3, 2011: 2:30 PM-4:00 PM
Dona Ana (Albuquerque Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Kasi Allen
Despite best intentions, first-year algebra courses can default to a list of procedures and practice exercises. Students perceive only one way to solve each problem, something they find boring and defeating. Come learn strategies for designing lessons that promote multiple solutions and empower students to thinking more flexibly on a regular basis.
Presentation Format: 9-12 Gallery Workshop
Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12, 6 to 8