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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Regional Conference and Exposition: Richmond, Virginia

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

47- “What’s Fair?”: Using Mathematics to Examine Issues of Fairness

Thursday, November 13, 2014: 9:45 AM-11:00 AM
E21B (Greater Richmond Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Steve Starr


Experience the highlights of a unit where students have explored the mathematics of fair division in real-world situations, game theory (how our decisions affect others and their decisions affect us), and equal chances and distribution of resources (how mathematics can help us develop our own model of a fair society).

Presentation Format: 9-12 Gallery Workshop
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12

See more of: 9-12 Gallery Workshop