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NCTM 2016 Regional Conference & Exposition: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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

167- Math Is Power Not Punishment

Wednesday, November 2, 2016: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
Ballroom A (Pennsylvania Convention Center)

 

Lead Speaker:
Dan Meyer


 

We often offer students shortcuts, strategies, and skills before students understand their origin, their value, and the millions of hours of work they’ve saved mathematicians throughout history. We’ll look at techniques for putting students in a position to need these challenging skills so they feel like power, not punishment.

 

Presentation Format: General Interest / All Audiences Session