Thursday, October 30, 2014: 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
128 (Indiana Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Rachel Frankel
Co-speakers:
Karen F. Smith
and
Charlotte Skinner
Research shows teachers are more effective when they understand the mathematics behind the rules. This talk will answer the “why” questions that students often ask when teachers say things like “you can’t divide by zero” or “flip and multiply.” The reasoning behind several common “rules” from middle and high school mathematics will be presented.
Presentation Format: Preservice and Inservice Session
Grade Band Audience: Preservice and Inservice