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NCTM 2015 Regional Conference & Exposition: Nashville, Tennessee

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

161- Making Proof Count: Empowering Proof Education through Communal Criteria

Friday, November 20, 2015: 8:00 AM-9:15 AM
Broadway Ballroom G (Omni Nashville)

 

Lead Speaker:
Sean P. Yee
Co-speakers:
Justin D. Boyle and Sarah K. Bleiler


 

Participants will evaluate five sample arguments for the Sticky Gum Problem (SGP), a task appropriate for sixth-grade through college-level learners focused on reasoning and proof. Participants’ evaluations of the SGP will develop communal criteria for what counts as proof. We will discuss how to facilitate similar experiences with secondary students.

 

Presentation Format: Preservice and In-Service Workshop