National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2013 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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345- Motivating Students by Sparking Curiosity about the “Whys” in Mathematics

Friday, April 19, 2013: 8:00 AM-9:15 AM
Mile High 1 E/F (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Angie Hodge

Handouts
  • NCTM13_whys.pdf (896.4 kB)
  • WUWT probability children-2.pdf (319.0 kB)

    • Do you ever wonder how you can motivate students to ask you why a rule works in mathematics? Engage in a mathematical activity that shows how to easily spark students’ curiosity about mathematics. I will also offer examples and resources to bring back to the classroom.

    Presentation Format: 6-8 Gallery Workshop
    Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12
    Attribute: New Teacher Strand Presentation

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