National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2013 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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

509- The Mathematics of Forensic Science

Friday, April 19, 2013: 1:00 PM-2:15 PM
Centennial Ballroom G/H (Hyatt Regency )
Lead Speaker:
Martha Peters

Handouts
  • NCTM2013Handout.pdf (925.9 kB)
  • Applications of Mathematics in Forensic Science.pdf (119.1 kB)

  • Sample activities in forensic science that use mathematics. Activities will include snippets from crime scene mapping, blood pattern analysis, anthropology, odontology, taphonomy, and crash scene investigations. The mathematics used will range from prealgebra to calculus 2 concepts. Please bring a calculator.

    Presentation Format: 9-12 Gallery Workshop
    Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12

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