DIVISION of Fractions: Grades 4-6 In this session you will explore ways to help students conceptually understand division of fractions. We will use hands-on manipulatives and the rectangular area model of division. How does the concept relate to the algorithm? Why do we flip the second fraction when we divide? We will utilize the CCSS...
Understanding environmental systems, providing clean water, predicting water availability, and understanding material properties are just a few of the areas where data science is enabling science breakthroughs. This talk by Dr. Deb Agarwal (Senior Scientist, Data Science and Technology) will describe some of these science challenges and the role for data science in helping to...
Location: Fresno State -- Peters Business Building Room 13 Come celebrate women in mathematics, and learn how to play the new Notable Women in Math Playing Cards Game, EvenQuads, developed by the Association of Women in Mathematics. The San Joaquin Valley Mathematics Project (SJVMP) will also give away card decks as prizes for participants! Refreshments...
From data presented in news on topics such as elections and public health, to data analytics reported from social media and fitness apps, data permeate many aspects of daily life. Calls for data science education focus on the need for all students to become data literate through K-12 education in order to be active and...
Abstract: This presentation will introduce the field of topological graph theory. Along the way, YOU will get to work on some elementary problems and present your insights, so that YOU will acquire a sense of how mathematicians approach topological graph theory questions. Biography: sarah-marie belcastro is a free-range mathematician, currently Director of MathILy and Research...
What are some core strategies for providing math instruction that is equitable for students? In this session, we will discuss strategies and then focus on ways to help students make connections within mathematics that can empower them to develop new levels of understanding. We will have both examples of tasks that provide opportunities for connections...
In this session we will investigate the conceptual teaching of fractions. We will use concrete examples and representations for understanding the basics of “what is a fraction” through equivalent fractions and LCM/GCF. The CCSS Progression Documents will be used to help with sequencing and instructional models. Date: June 13, 2022 from 9am to 11am Presenters:...
All students need to learn the language of mathematics. This language-focused approach to learning mathematics addresses math vocabulary with very specific meaning, as well as multi-meaning words and symbols. Dr. Molina provides many examples of language-focused conceptual instruction such as a chapter on order of operations, and two chapters on fractions. We will meet and...
Moving from whole numbers to rational numbers is challenge for many students. Join us to deepen your own understanding of rational numbers and learn research-based and classroom-tested strategies that use ratio reasoning to build a cohesive learning opportunity for all of your students. This three-session workshop will focus on equal share problems, and ordering, comparing,...
Join us to read and discuss both mathematical problem-solving and lesson study. The incoming California math framework recommends students learn through complex problem solving and investigations. Takahashi provides example units and lessons that develop both conceptual and procedural understanding. The lesson study portion takes you through the steps to collaboratively plan learning through problem solving....
