Friday, April 19, 2013: 2:45 PM-4:00 PM
110/112 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Heather Howell
Co-speakers:
Barbara Weren
and
Shona Ruiz Diaz
Research has identified teachers’ mathematical knowledge for teaching (MKT) as a vital component of effective teaching. We will share examples of MKT questions designed to assess teacher knowledge. Discuss ways these questions can be used in professional development or study groups to help teachers build MKT.
Presentation Format: Preservice and In-Service Gallery Workshop
Grade Band Audience: Preservice and Inservice, 3 to 5