2013 Program

2013 Abstracts

Precalculus and Calculus:

Benefits of Teaching Applications of Trig Functions in Precalculus
Cold, Warmer, HOT: A Digital Strategy for Precalculus and Calculus
How to Make Calculus Fun, Hand-on, and Tangible
Navigating Your Way Through the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and Beyond
Saving the Planet, One Rational Function at a Time
Teaching Calculus to a Heterogeneous Class
Teaching Precalculus to Prepare Students for A.P. Calculus
Using Exploration and Technology to Teach Graph Transformations

Algebra

Sequences, Quadratics, and Right Triangles
Understanding Quadratic Functions
Using Videos to Engage Students in Algebra
Visual Representations for Proportional Thinking and Algebraic Reasoning

Geometry and Discrete Mathematics:

Pascal's Triangle
Propositional Logic, Set Theory and Mathematical Induction
A Teacher's Guide to Computational Geometry
Why Geometry?

Probability and Statistics:

Push Your Luck!
Statistics, Standards, and Technology
Using Statistics to Understand Investments

Assessment:

Authentic Assessment in Algebra and Geometry
Formative Assessment with Desmos Activity Builder
Writing Fair Scoring Rubrics for Free-Response Questions

General:

Active Learning Strategies for the Mathematics Classroom
Computation Thinking
Delivering Standards of Mathematics Visually
Encouraging Deeper Thinking in the Math Classroom
Flipped Mastery Learning in High School Mathematics
Mathematical Misconceptions that Permeate Many Textbooks
Using Correct Mathematical Writing and Notation

Mathematics and Technology:

Coding: Not Just for STEM
Desmostration
Exploring Sequences and Series with CAS
What's New for the SMART Board Software - Notebook 2017

Eric Milou, Professor of Mathematics, Rowan University

Today, it seems as if nearly everyone agrees that high school mathematics needs to change. For far too long high school mathematics has not worked for far too many students. High school mathematics has not changed substantially in my lifetime, nor has it changed substantially for most students, teachers & schools. It is clearly an issue—and it is time to discuss and make serious changes.

Eric Milou earned his doctorate in Mathematics Education from Temple University and has a B.A. and M.A. in mathematics.  He has taught at Rowan for the past 20 years and served six terms as the President of the Rowan University Senate from 2007 to 2013.  He previously served as President of the Association of Mathematics Teachers of New Jersey, and was the recipient of its Max Sobel Mathematics Educator Award in 2009.  He has extensive speaking experience on standards based reform in mathematics, is one of the authors of digits, EnVisions 6-8 and EnVisions A|G|A (published by Pearson), and was the program chairperson of the 2007 NCTM annual meeting.

Informal discussions of the following topics:

• A - What to Keep and What to Leave Out of Calculus & Precalculus
• B - The Rush to Calculus: Pluses and Minuses
• C - How Do You Prepare Students for the AP Calculus Tests?
• D - What Algebra and Geometry Topics are Needed for Precalculus
• E - Dealing with Challenging Students
• F - Preparing High School Students for College Math
• G - Effective Use of Technology in Algebra and Geometry
• H - Effective Use of Technology in Precalculus and Calculus
• I - Engagement Strategies

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