Excursions in Mathematics is starting! As part of the Great Global Project Challenge this opportunity provides your students a monthly excursion to a part of the world to learn about the influences and contributions to mathematics that impact our lives today. Take advantage of technology to cross geographical boundaries in order to connect, communicate, and collaborate with other … [Read more...]
Global Project Challenge: Excursions in Mathematics
"The Global Education Conference is a collaborative, inclusive, world-wide community initiative involving students, educators, and organizations at all levels. Their activities are designed to significantly increase opportunities for connecting classrooms while supporting cultural awareness and recognition of diversity and educational access for all." This year GEC is sponsoring the Global … [Read more...]
Texas Instruments Math for the Win Photo Challenge
How do you use math for the win? If John picks your Math for the Win photo contest entry for the grand prize, you'll win: Skype chat with him TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator $500 Amazon gift card Math for the Win ends September 17th! If you haven't entered yet, it's game time. Take a photo of how you use math for the win everyday, anywhere Tag it … [Read more...]
Mathematics AFTER the Olympics
As Rio 2016 is winding down, the games still offer the perfect opportunity to incorporate current events into the mathematics classroom. Check out this week’s free activity packet for K-12 mathematics students. Ideas and suggestions are listed by topics with activities across the grade bands. Let's keep the Olympic spirit going! Be sure to check out the official Olympic … [Read more...]
Secondary Mathematics and the 2016 Summer Olympics
Rio 2016 offers for those who are beginning school now the perfect opportunity to incorporate current events into their mathematics classroom. Check out this week’s free activity for secondary students, and older intermediate students. A look at the Olympic circles in light of the 4 Color Theorem, a map of the world and tracking the path of the torch are but a couple of the offerings suggested in … [Read more...]
