National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2012 Regional Conference and Exposition: Chicago, Illinois

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96- Teaching and Learning Mathematics with Historical and Cultural Quilt Blocks

Thursday, November 29, 2012: 2:30 PM-4:00 PM
Grand Ballroom A (Hyatt)
Lead Speaker:
Edna L. Holbrook
Co-Speaker:
Alicia Jefferson

Explore symmetry, fractions, shapes, patterns, graphing, problem solving, and other mathematical concepts by using quilt blocks associated with historical events and various cultures. Participants will create paper quilt blocks and discuss stories associated with the quilt blocks.

Presentation Format: 6-8 Gallery Workshop
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8

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