Keynote Speaker for 2010 Fall Conference

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This year's keynote speaker will be Rachel McAnallen. Known simply as Ms. Math, she is the founder of The Institute for Math Mania. Her unique perspective and love of math have been enjoyed by many in her presentations around the nation. Don't miss her speaking engagement with UCTM on November 19!
 
Nature by Numbers

This new video by Cristóbal Vila beautifully illustrates how mathematical properties, such as the Fibonacci Sequence, are all around us in the natural world. We loved this awe inspiring combination of mathematics, nature, and art!
 
Mathematics Teachers' Instructional Practices in an Era of High-Stakes Testing PDF Print E-mail
A recent article in School Science and Mathematics by Kenneth E. Vogler and Megan Burton, researchers from the University of South Carolina, examines mathematics teachers' instructional practices in the context of high-stakes testing. From data obtained through a survey instrument, analysis suggests that teachers used a balance of standards-based and traditional practices and tools, including textbook-based assignments, calculators, open-response questions, supplementary materials, and multiple-choice questions. Over 90% of teachers surveyed felt that an “interest in helping my students attain test scores that will allow them to graduate high school” was a factor influencing their instructional practices. This was followed by an “interest in helping my school improve high school graduation examination scores,” and “belief these are the best instructional practices.”
 
Female Teachers’ Math Anxiety Affects Girls’ Math Achievement PDF Print E-mail
Women teachers could be passing their math anxiety on to girls, according to University of Chicago researchers who surveyed the attitudes of female first- and second-grade teachers about math. Researchers found that girls with teachers who were uneasy about the subject were more likely to believe that boys were better than girls at math. Female students who believed the stereotype scored lower than other students on math tests, the study found.

Read the entire article online, and then post your comments in the UCTM forum.
 


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2010 Fall Conference

The 2010 Fall Conference will be held at Bountiful HS on November 19-20!!!

For more information go to the Fall Conference page where you will find a Schedule-At-A-Glance. A sample list of presentations will also be available soon. Register online today!

We know Utah has amazing math teachers. Help us recognize the great things happening in the state!
  • Nominate a fellow teacher for an award.
  • Submit a proposal to present at the 2010 Fall Conference.