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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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

411- Why Writing About Mathematics Matters in the College Classroom

Friday, April 11, 2014: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Grand Salon 13-16 (Hilton)
Lead Speaker:
Ingrid Peterson
Co-Speaker:
Susan Gay

Handouts
  • 411-Peterson-Why Writing about Mathematics Matters in the College Classroom.pdf (108.8 kB)

  • When college algebra students and future elementary and middle school teachers write about mathematics, they reveal some interesting and perplexing understandings. Join us to analyze students’ writing about algebra, geometry, and number concepts. We will share our writing tasks, insights gained, and ideas to improve instruction.

    Presentation Format: Higher Education Session
    Grade Band Audience: Higher Education