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NCTM 2016 Annual Meeting & Exposition

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

130- Social Networks for Teaching Graph Theory

Thursday, April 14, 2016: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
2005 (Moscone)

 

Lead Speaker:
Todd A. Abel
Co-Speaker:
Mary E. Searcy

Handouts Social Networks for Graph Theory.pdf

 

Graph theory is a important topic in discrete mathematics and an excellent low-threshold topic for mathematical reasoning and problem-solving. In this presentation, we discuss the use of social networks for introducing and teaching graph theory. Social network theory is relatable and rich in context. Key ideas and activities will be discussed.

 

Presentation Format: 10-12 Session

 

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