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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Research Conference

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

56- Vacant Lots and Basketball Courts: Civic Engagement through Mathematics

Tuesday, April 8, 2014: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
Room 207 ( Ernest N. Morial Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Vivian Y Lim


Description of Presentation:

What is the role of mathematics education in the civic development of youth? This paper examines how students’ conceptions of themselves as citizens as well as their conceptions of math are affected after a mathematical investigation into the disproportionate distribution of vacant lots and basketball courts in their city.

Session Type: Brief Research Report

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