Friday, November 13, 2015: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
200 C (Minneapolis Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Ruth Miller
Hear about ways to connect the introduction of linear equations to real-world uses of the idea of linearity. Before students learn the skills of finding slope, defining "function," or solving for "b," we use a regression problem to give them an understanding of what the use of the word "linear" implies, and a feel for what a "model" does.
Presentation Format: 6-8 Session