ATMOPAV Spring Conference and Banquet

Workshops

5-5:45 PM

Music Math and Motion   Room 131

Elementary (K-3)

Be ready to become a very active participant as we sing, dance, and move along. All activities have been field tested by our very active first graders!

Jo Kinsey and Mary Ann Starkey-Downingtown Area School District

Writing in Math Class????   Room 115

Elementary (2-5)

“Mathematics is a way to understand the world and writing is a way to understand mathematics.” Joan Countryman

Communicating Mathematical understanding through writing is an extremely valuable skill, but very challenging for students. Through a writer's workshop approach (during math class), students can learn how to unpack their thinking and construct a written response with ease. Come join us as we explore the writing-math connection!

Jennifer Krisch and Jennifer Motzer-Great Valley School District , KD Markley Elementary

Inquiry? But This Isn't a Science Conference…   Room 127

Elementary (3-5)

This workshop will present several strategies for teaching mathematics through inquiry. Samples/demonstrations of inquiry-based lessons include topics such as fractions, polygons, linear measurement, and circles.

Christopher Salerno-Great Valley School District , KD Markley Elementary

Geometric Art   Room 123

Elementary (4-5)

Learn how to use compass drawings, tessellations, and tangrams to create art, as a way to extend your teaching of geometry.

Marj Orlowski-Great Valley School District , KD Markley Elementary

Venn Diagrams: a versatile tool for learning math!   Room 91

Elementary (4-5)

Experience hands-on learning with two and three circle Venn Diagrams: explore ways to enhance teaching multiples, factors, attributes, geometric figures, logic, and problem solving with Venn diagrams.

Marcia Tuerk and Jean Martin-Norristown Area School District Elementary Mathematics Specialists

Geometer's Sketchpad in Your Elementary Classroom? Yes!   Room 86

Elementary (4-5) / Middle School (6-8)

Introduction to Sketchpad for new users, especially elementary teachers, but middle school novices are also welcome. Hands-on basics and a few activities. Geometry has never been so much fun!

Lynn Hughes-The Miquon School , Conshohocken , Pa.

A Premier Collection of Measurement Activities   Room 100

Middle (6-8)

This is a hands on workshop in which the participants will engage in activities dealing with both systems of measurement, namely the Customary and English. Attributes discussed will include weight, volume, area, distance, capacity, and angular measurement.

Gail Gallitano-West Chester University

Ideas for Teaching the Way Kids Learn in High School Math Courses   Room 107

High School (9-12)

Various learning styles with math activities and open-ended problems that teach to those styles will be presented and discussed.

Donna L. Spatz-West Chester Area School District

N-Spiring Mathematics with TI-Nspire   Room 117

High School (9-12)

TI-Nspire facilitates interactive rich mathematical investigation and discourse. Join us to see the power of this new platform.

Ray O'Brien-Teachers Teaching with Technology/Cheltenham School District

Geometric Probability and Simulations   Room 82

High School (9-12)

Participants will experience hands-on three Geometric Probability problems which can be used in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I or II, and Geometry. Bring your TI83 or TI84.

Sister Alice Hess, I.H.M.-Archbishop Ryan High School

Certificates of Attendance are ready for presenters.