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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Regional Conference and Exposition: Houston, Texas

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

186- Designing Backpacks: A Project-Based Math Unit

Friday, November 21, 2014: 9:45 AM-11:00 AM
330 (George R. Brown Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Sandy Handrick
Co-Speaker:
Beth Chinderle

Handouts
  • LeanderCEO.pages.pdf (120.8 kB)
  • Letter5#.pdf (75.2 kB)

  • Come learn how student-designed backpacks can create an environment where all students are engaged and have ownership in their learning. Participants design a prototype of their own backpack to see the mathematical connections and level of rigor in this project-based unit. You will be ready to start this unit tomorrow!

    Presentation Format: 3-5 Gallery Workshop
    Grade Band Audience: 3 to 5

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