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2011 Conference Overview
Wednesday, October 19th
2:00 – 7:00 PM
3:00 – 5:00 PM
5:30 – 7:00 PM
7:15 PM
8:45 PM
9:00 – 9:30 PM
Registration and Lodging
Pre-Conference sessions
Dinner
Opening Session
Social Activity
Registration and Lodging
International Paper
Wildlife Ecology
Dining Hall A-B
Auditorium
Senior Pavilion
International Paper
Breakfast
Welcome First Timers
Registration and Lodging
Conference sessions
Exhibits
Lunch
GCTM Fun Run
Dinner
Regional Meetings
Evening session
Social Activity
Registration and Lodging
Dining Hall A-B
Clover (Dining Hall)
International Paper
Various Buildings
Sutton Hall
Dining Hall A-B
Bankers
Dining Hall A-B
Various Rooms
Auditorium
Senior Pavilion
International Paper
Breakfast
Welcome First Timers
Registration
Conference sessions
Exhibits
Lunch
Closing Session
Dining Hall A-B
Clover (Dining Hall)
International Paper
Various Buildings
Sutton Hall
Dining Hall A-B
Auditorium
Thursday, October 20th
7:00 – 8:30 AM
8:00 – 9:00 AM
7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
4:45 PM
5:45 – 6:45 PM
6:45 – 7:15 PM
7:15 PM
8:45 PM
9:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday, October 21st
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
8:00 – 9:00 AM
7:30 – 11:00 AM
8:00 AM – 3:15 PM
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
3:30 – 4:30 PM
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Exhibitors
AIMS Education Foundation
ALEKS
American Book Company
Anita's Arithmetic Answers
BestQuest Teaching Systems
Britannica Digital Learning
Carnegie Learning
Carolina Curriculum
Casio America, Inc.
Champion Chess
Curriculum Associates
Dinah-Might Adventures
Educational Learning Systems, Inc.
Educators Outlet, Inc.
ETA/Cuisenaire
ExploreLearning/CambiumLearningGroup
GCTM
Georgia Achievement Solutions
Hart Inc.
Heinemann & Dodge Learning Resources
HMHPublishers/Isucceed/Saxon
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: Specialized Curriculum
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Lakeshore Learning Materials
Learning Source
Learning with Alisha!
Legacy4Learning
MathEdge, LLC
McGraw-Hill School Education Group
Nasco
NCTM
Neffo Enterprises, LLC
Northpoint Horizons
Nuefeld Learning Systems
Outstanding Guides, LLC
Pearson – Clinical Assessments
Peoples Education
PETRA, Inc. & Teacher Created Materials
Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE)
Proven Learning/Educational Technologies III
Reading Source
Renaissance Learning
RJB3 Games
Sadlier
Texas Instruments
The EDMAT Company, Inc.
The School Box
Think Math!/School Specialty Math
Triumph Learning/Coach Books
Voyager/Cambium Learning
Walch Education
Western Governors University
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Wednesday, 3 – 5 PM
Pre-Conference Sessions
Hands-On Mathemagic
Come experience the magic of mathematics through games and activities you can use in your classroom.
There will be a room for each grade band!
(K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12)
Are You Good at Capturing the Moment?
Take pictures of mathematical activities in a workshop, you and your friend at a workshop,
or anything else fun you do at Rock Eagle!
Email the pictures to Cheryl Hughes at hughesgctm@yahoo.com for possible inclusion in eReflections!
Need to contact GCTM?
GCTM Telephone Number (toll-free)
1-855-ASK-GCTM
(1-855-275-4286)
GCTM Address
The Georgia Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Inc.
P.O. Box 5865
Augusta, GA 30916
See www.gctm.org for other contact information!
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Wednesday, 7:15 PM
Evening Session
Teaching Learner-Centered Mathematics: Beyond an Adult’s Perspective
Dr. LouAnn Lovin
Associate Professor in Mathematics Education, James Madison University
If we are to help students develop the eight mathematical practices as outlined in the Common Core State
Standards, we have to move beyond the notion of “covering content” and move towards teaching for
mathematical proficiency. Being attentive to how our learners develop mathematical ideas and understanding is
key to this effort. We will consider a number of research-based frameworks and strategies that can help us move
beyond our ways of thinking to facilitate the mathematical learning of all students in our classrooms.
GCTM Business Meeting
Immediately following the keynote address
Social Gathering
Immediately following the business meeting at the Senior Pavilion
Come enjoy a magic show performed by Keith Karnok!
GCTM extends its sincere appreciation to Carnegie Learning for sponsoring tonight’s social activity!
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Thursday, 8-9 AM
Welcome First Time Participants to the Georgia Mathematics Conference!
Debbie Poss, GCTM President & Lassiter HS
Lynn Stallings, GCTM Past-President & Kennesaw State University
In this presentation you will gain some tips to help you get the most out of the conference. This session is only
for first timers and especially for newer teachers. This session is brought to you by the Executive Committee of
the Georgia Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
The Implementation of Raps & Chants to Cover Mathematical Content
(grades PreK – 12)
Robbie Bartlett, Georgia College & State University
In this session, I will show examples of how the teacher can use current raps or chants to teach students
mathematical concepts. I will show how to take a song and change the words around, and give examples of how
they are used. I will also discuss many of the obstacles that the teachers must overcome in order for this to be a
success in their classroom.
SMILES of Success for Students, Parents, and Teachers: Britannica SmartMath!
(grades 6 – 12)
Vicki Brock, Britannica Digital Learning
Participants will engage in lively and interactive web-based practice and assessment for middle grades and high
school students. Move students toward computational fluency while using tools that allow teachers to
differentiate, assess, track, and evaluate in real-time. Students enjoy doing math at home or in the classroom.
If They Can’t Read It, They Can’t Solve It!
(grades K – 6)
Judy Chambers, Northpoint Horizons
Do your students struggle with Math vocabulary? Are they missing questions because they don’t know what the
words mean? Come join us and learn solutions that will benefit all students who have difficulty with the content
vocabulary critical for understanding math concepts and comprehending math texts. Ideal for ESOL, Title I Pull
Out programs, RtI, Differentiation, Summer School and Afterschool. There will be lots of ideas to take back to
your classroom, handouts, and door prizes.
Place Value and Problem Solving with Ancient Number Systems
(grades 1 – 6)
Zandra de Araujo & Laura Singletary, University of Georgia
Participants will explore activities that bring the exciting history of mathematics into elementary and early
middle grades classrooms. These activities will help students build a better understanding of place value as they
conduct problem solving activities centered on the early number systems of the Egyptians, Babylonians,
Romans, Chinese, Mayans, and others. The presenters will provide time for participants to discuss ideas on how
to expand the role of the history of mathematics in their classrooms.
Adventures in Numeration
(grades 3 – 5)
Jenny Lockwood, Springdale Park ES & Debra Muse, Carrollton MS
This session will focus on number sense and numeration. It is geared for grades 3 – 5, but can be adapted for 1st
and 2nd grades. Hands-on activities and children’s literature will be used to cover topics, such as place value,
operations, rounding, fractions, and multiplication strategies. Come join us for Adventures in Numeration!
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Thursday, 8-9 AM (continued)
Do Algebraic Reasoning and Critical Thinking Have Strong Connections? Yes!
(grades 5 – 8)
Leanne Luttrell, Lovin ES
What do critical thinking, Venn diagrams, and algebra have in common? Discover how using a variety of
hands-on tasks and logic puzzles can improve algebraic reasoning. Explore Venn diagram puzzles, balance
puzzles with common objects, and other activities designed to help students understand mathematics more
deeply.
Money: Floor to Ceiling
(grades 5 – 8)
Larry Mosley & Trudy Rudert, Kittredge Magnet School for High Achievers
With the use of 10 pennies, a metric ruler, and a meter stick, investigate how many stacked up pennies would fit
from the floor to the ceiling in your classroom. How much is that stack of pennies worth? Add a metric
scale and calculate the mass of those pennies. How many pennies would it take to tile the floor and what is the
area of filler you would need between the pennies if the pennies touched? What is the value of the
penny floor? This activity-based lesson focuses on application of division by decimal divisors as well as
problem solving, metric measurement, diameter, radius, area of a circle and area of
irregular shapes.
Linear Regression: Embrace Its Uses, But Avoid Its Abuses
(grades 10 – college)
Kenn Pendleton, Montgomery College
Linear regression is an important theme is statistics and an integral part of the Common Core Standards.
However, its application and interpretations from its use should be conducted wisely. All data sets and relevant
slides will be shared with the audience.
Build It, Draw It, Write It, Talk It – Then You Will Own It!
(grades 1 – 5)
Tabatha Presley & Rudy Neufeld, Neufeld Learning Systems
We will explore methods to “hook” students with different abilities to deeper conceptual understanding of place
value, operations, geometry and other elementary mathematics through a wide variety of learning environments.
Participants will be given 3 part lessons and a CD of materials to be used with their classes.
Points of Concurrency, the Euler Line, and the Nine Point Circle
(grades 8 – college)
Aaron Rafter, Clayton State University
This session will use Geometer’s Sketchpad to discuss the points of concurrency, their relationship to the Euler
Line, and its relationship to the Nine Point Circle. Come enjoy a mathematical investigation!
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Thursday, 8-9 AM (continued)
A Comparison of CRCT Scores and Student Conceptual Understanding of Geometry
(grades 3 – 4)
Krystal Shaw, Rocky Creek ES
My action research project answered the question: “How does student performance on the geometry domain of
the CRCT compare with a student’s conceptual understanding of the geometry standards being assessed?” This
presentation will give some insight into student understanding of geometry and how it is developed and
assessed, as well as some thoughts to consider during geometry instruction and assessment. It will also give
insight into the action research process.
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Thursday, 8-9:15 AM
Mathematically proficient students…
(High School)
Brooke Kline, GaDOE Secondary Mathematics Program Specialist
James Pratt, GaDOE Secondary Mathematics Program Specialist
The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice describe ways in which students of any grade level
should be engaged in the mathematics they are learning. For students to become proficient in mathematics, they
must internalize these eight mathematical practices as the means for understanding and learning the content
standards. When teachers incorporate these eight CCGPS standards while teaching GPS content, they shift to
implementation of CCGPS practices in advance. This GaDOE High School session will provide guidance in
fostering student proficiency in the Standards for Mathematical Practice through GPS content.
(Please Note: This session will be repeated today from 11:30 AM – 1 PM)
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Thursday, 8-10 AM
Extended Sessions
Algebra in Elementary School? Absolutely!
(grades 3 – 7)
Thom O’Brien, ExploreLearning
The idea of algebra is a critical concept to help student bridge basic fact mathematics, which is extremely
concrete, into a more abstract way of thinking. Algebra is not a difficult topic; it’s just more conceptual. So
through the use of online manipulatives students can visually see how the variables interact with the concepts.
Helping students to find success in early algebra which will make their transition into middle school and high
school mathematics more valuable.
A Square Is Not a Triangle
(grades 6 – 9)
Tamara Pearson, Project GRAD USA
During this session, participants will explore strategies for working with students in their development of linear
and non-linear formulas based on geometric patterns. We will discuss how to use an exploratory approach that
allows students to discover equations utilizing what they see from multiple representations of the pattern. When
participants leave this session, they will be prepared to facilitate a hands-on learning activity in their
classrooms.
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Thursday, 9:15-10:15 AM
Math Happens When Children Wonder
(grades K – 5)
David Schwartz
David Schwartz is an accomplished author and storyteller who is an innovator in presenting mathematical
information in engaging ways, using humor and a wealth of visuals to inspire and inform. He spends much of
his time finding unusual, whimsical ways to make math and science come alive for kids and teachers. He has
authored nearly 50 mathematics and science books for children including How Much is a Million?
and G is for Googol: A Math Alphabet Book.
Strategies That Can Elevate Math Understanding
(grades 3 – 8)
Judy Chambers, Northpoint Horizons
Test scores getting you down, students “just don’t get it”, then come join us as we talk about intervention
strategies that help your students see and feel the math. This will be a hands-on, interactive session with ideas to
take back to your classroom and implement. Ideal for ESOL, Title I Pull Out programs, RtI, Differentiation,
Summer School and Afterschool. There will be lots of ideas to take back to your classroom, handouts, and door
prizes.
What's New from Texas Instruments
(grades 6 – college)
Ned Colley, Texas Instruments
Come take a look at what's new from TI. This includes the new TI-Nspire CX which brings math to life with a
full-color backlit display, use of any digital image for math overlays and 3D graphing! I will also share
innovative activities and free resources for your math classroom. Of course, there will be take home materials,
door prizes and fun!
Have a Great Teaching Idea? GCTM Has the Money You Need!
(grades K – 12)
Debbie Dixon, Ware County HS
The GCTM Mini-Grant program provides funding for creative teaching projects. The deadline for applications
is November 1st of the current year. Proposals will be judged anonymously, and grants will be awarded in any
amount up to up to $300.00. This session will provide you will all the information you need to complete the
easy application process!
Taking Charge of Your Professional Development using Lesson Study
Sherry Hix, North Georgia College & State University
Lesson study is a form of professional development that allows teachers to work in small groups to study
lessons and how students learn within lessons. These small groups may be used for a variety of purposes
particular to the teachers involved. In this session, participants will discuss how to implement lesson study and
how to use it effectively to develop our own understanding of lessons and how we actually teach.
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Math Interventions
(grades 1 – 8)
Jenise Hopkins, Cotton Indian ES and Christina Freeman, Stockbridge ES
An innovative approach to identifying specific areas of weakness for RtI. With these two easy assessments and
directly aligned interventions, you can diagnose your 1st through 8th graders' gaps and implement remedies
which will quickly move your students towards grade level expectancy.
License to Derive (Formulas)
(grades 7 – 12)
Sarah Ledford & Kelly Edenfield, Kennesaw State University
The next time your lesson involves applying a formula, why not derive it? This will make the formula
meaningful for your students, increasing the likelihood they'll remember not only the formula but also when to
use it! In addition to discussing the importance of deriving formulas, we will derive a variety of formulas based
on audience needs. These may include formulas for the areas of various polygons, distance formula, quadratic
formula, and conic sections.
Strategies for Building Academic Vocabulary in Mathematics
(grades 1 – 8)
Michelle Mikes & Diane Rice, Teacher Created Materials
In the content areas, and specifically mathematics, vocabulary can be an impediment to learning and
understanding. The language of mathematics is unique when compared to that used in everyday language and
should be taught through explicit instruction. Attendees will experience easy-to-implement strategies for
building academic vocabulary in the area of mathematics. Attendees will receive a CD handout with lessons and
activities from the presentation.
Differentiating with Manipulatives in the INTERactive Classroom
(grades PreK – 5)
Stephanie Shultz, ETA/Cuisenaire
Learn how INTERACTIVE & HANDS-ON instruction with manipulatives can make the mathematical
practices come alive in the classroom. This presentation will focus on the importance of the concreterepresentational-abstract model correlating alongside of the workshop model (opening-work time-closing). We
will be stopping throughout to reflect on the math behind the tasks and how to differentiate these tasks between
all grade levels. Using a variety of concrete & VIRTUAL manipulatives, participants will be engaged in all
Common Core content domains and mathematical practices.
Helping Struggling Students Master Mathematics
(grades 3 – 8)
Valencia Thornton, C.R.A.M. Academy, LLC
New ways and practical strategies to help under-achievers become successful in mathematics. Various
techniques will be presented to assist teachers how to teach the Georgia Performance Standards. The standards
address will include: basic math facts, fractions, decimals, subtraction and problem solving skills. Creative ways
of assessments will be demonstrated to incorporate a win-win environment for both the student and the teacher!
Don't miss this one.
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Thursday, 9:15-10:15 AM (continued)
Eye-Opening Activities with Number Lines and Number Charts: Building Better Number Sense in K-5
(grades K – 5)
Jane Tippins, Danielsville ES & Patti Huberty, Comer ES
Number lines and number charts aren’t just for primary grades! Activities and discussions will help teachers
understand how these easy, inexpensive, yet very powerful tools will build students’ understanding of number
relationships and strengthen their abilities to reason quantitatively. Participants will engage in hands-on
activities and leave with resources and ideas to implement immediately in their classrooms!
Improving Problem Solving Skills: Two Strategies that Work
(grades 6 – 8)
Kathy Traylor, Shiloh MS
According to Einstein, “The formulation of a problem is often more essential that its solution, which may be
merely a matter of mathematical or experimental skill.” Using a structured problem solving format and having
students create their own “word problems” are two strategies that work to improve problem solving skills. See
how these strategies are implemented in a middle school and can be adapted for all grade levels.
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Extended Sessions
A Novel Way to Use a Novel: Teaching Math through the New 3 Rs of Rigor, Relevance, & Relationships
(grades 6 – 8)
Jacqueline Burns & Tara Ross, Fulton County Schools
Using the teen novel Secrets, Lies and Algebra by Wendy Lichtman, participants will connect to concepts as
inequalities, the quadratic equation, asymptotes, non-Euclidean geometry and more! The speakers will
interweave math and reading using this fictional work, model how to make those connections, and provide
ready-to-use lesson samples.
Hands-on Investigations of Perimeter and Area of Rectangles
(grades 4 – 6)
Carmella Crawford, AIMS (Activities that Integrate Math and Science)
Participants will work with string, straws, and tiles to explore the concepts of perimeter and area. These
investigations will help students develop the formula for area with greater understanding. Videos, comics, and
real-world assessments will be viewed during this session.
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Thursday, 9:45-11:15 AM
Digital Toolbox: Statewide Longitudinal Data System
Chance McPherson, Education Technology Specialist
Join us for a live demonstration of the State Longitudinal Data System! The SLDS contains building blocks to
help teachers make instructional decisions based on student data. All data currently collected for state and
federal reporting are available through a single-sign on via the SLDS Tunnel. Student-level data are available
for enrollment, withdrawals, attendance, course grades, statewide test results, schedules, and more. These data
are also aggregated at the teacher, school, district, and state levels. There are currently three views or
“dashboards” to which you have access depending on your role in your district's student information system:
District, School, or Teacher; the information that is available is dependent upon the dashboard to which you
connect. Knowing more about your students – their attendance records, their reading levels, their performance
on tests, their strengths, their weaknesses, their opportunities for growth, and the threats to their academic
success – will prepare and enable you to thoughtfully teach all of them more effectively.
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Thursday, 10:30-11:30 AM
The Magic of Millions: Exploring Big Numbers Across the Curriculum
(grades K – 5)
David Schwartz
David Schwartz is an accomplished author and storyteller who is an innovator in presenting mathematical
information in engaging ways, using humor and a wealth of visuals to inspire and inform. He spends much of
his time finding unusual, whimsical ways to make math and science come alive for kids and teachers. He has
authored nearly 50 mathematics and science books for children including How Much is a Million?
and G is for Googol: A Math Alphabet Book.
Mathematics and Poetry: More Connections than Meet the Eye
(grades 6 – college)
Sloan Despeaux, Western Carolina University
A fifty-year-old movement that began in France called Oulipo (Ouvroir de littérature potentielle, or Workshop
on potential literature) seeks to apply mathematical constraints to literature, and in particular poetry. This
session includes a brief survey of this movement and how it has been used successfully in the mathematics
classroom. Also to be explored – the other side of the coin: how scholars have employed poetry to facilitate
mathematics throughout history. There will be a broad survey of the use of poetry in mathematics, presenting
examples from ancient India and medieval India, as well as some examples of modern-day mnemonics.
Dot Paper Mathematics: Grades 6-8 Applications
Gregory Chamblee, Georgia Southern University
Jeffrey Hall, Mercer University
The purpose of this session is to model ways dot paper can be used to teach middle grades mathematics.
Participants will be solve dot paper-based problems and discuss how this visualization technique can be used to
enhance student conceptual understanding.
Easy as Pi!
(grades 4 – 6)
Nicole Ferguson, Cowan Road MS
Educators will be presented with engaging tasks designed to help strengthen students’ understanding of
measurement concepts. Activities focus on real world applications such as measuring a room for carpet or
increasing the serving size of a recipe. Topics that will be discussed include: understanding pi, discovering
surface area formulae, and comparing capacity within a single system of measurement.
Mathematical Illiteracy and the Fallacy of Calculators
(grades 9 – 12)
Shannon Fishback, Campbell HS
This presentation addresses how mathematical illiteracy affects the ability for students to use calculators. The
presenter will explain the necessity of learning basic computation skills and number sense in order to be able to
use a calculator. The presenter will discuss benefits and problems different brands of calculators present and the
case for issuing a common calculator with the student’s textbooks
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Using COACH Math
(grades 3 – 8)
Linda Furey, National Consultant & Allie Leff, Academic Consultant, Triumph Learning
Using COACH Math just got automated! Come see how our GPS web-based assessment tool will instantly
score, track and assist you in performing your daily instruction in real time. Monitor by student, strand, skill or
standard...see how we've combined all our standards based instructional resources with Coach Connected to
help accelerate and remediate students for year-round math success. All 3rd - 8th grade teachers will benefit
from hearing Triumph Learning's National Consultant who will share teaching tips, lesson strategies, handouts,
samples, and door prizes!
(Please note: This session will be repeated Friday, 10:30-11:30 AM)
Tabula – A New Geometry Instruction Tool
(grades 5 – 10)
David Hartmann, Numeracy Works
Tabula is a new dynamic geometry program that facilitates learning through manipulation. Attendees will be
shown how to use Tabula to explore geometry, test conjectures, model instrument use, and accompany hand-on
geometry activities involving folding, cutting, taping, and measuring. Attendees will be given a free copy of the
program.
Literary Strategies for Mathematics
(grades 1 – 8)
Michelle Mikes & Diane Rice, Teacher Created Materials
With the implementation of the Common Core State Standards, content-area literacy will be a big focal point.
Learn quick and easy strategies for building reading and writing skills in your mathematics classroom.
Participate in activities that will bolster your students’ content knowledge, comprehension and content-area
vocabulary. Attendees will receive a CD handout with lessons and activities from the presentation.
Investigating Randomness
(grades 10 – college)
Kenn Pendleton, Montgomery College
If sets of numbers are purported to be random, can statistical tests be used to assess such claims? Are statistical
tests alone sufficient? This session will conclude with an investigation into the irrational nature of pi. All data
sets will be shared with the audience.
Historical Proofs of the Pythagorean Theorem
(grades 9 – 12)
Laura Singletary & Zandra de Araujo, University of Georgia
During this session, teachers will participate in an interactive presentation focused on making connections
across various proofs of the Pythagorean Theorem relevant for the secondary mathematics classroom. The
historical context of these proofs will be explored as we draw connections between algebraic and geometric
concepts. This session will provide teachers with new ideas for teaching and examining the Pythagorean
Theorem in a way that integrates mathematical ideas and history while emphasizing NCTM’s process standards.
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Color Your World Math, A Geometry/Measurement Focus
(grades 3 – 8)
Valencia Thornton, C.R.A.M. Academy, LLC
Participants will be engaged in hands-on activities that provide strategies to help student master
geometry/measurement concepts. Come learn about the famous "quadrilateral umbrella!" Play the activity about
similiar figures, "Get like me!" Leave learning how to help students sing their way up the achievement chart
when engaging in the activity, "Running circles around math."
Making Money Make “Cents”
(grades K – 4)
Anita VanBrackle, Anita's Arithmetic Answers & Kennesaw State University
Susan Collins, Kennesaw State University
This presentation will take the required memorization children must initially use when learning the values of
money and replace it with hands on materials. The materials take the mystery out of learning money and also
allow children to learn how to make change without having to use a calculator.
Estimable Estimation
(grades 8 – college)
Greg Watson, Learning with Alisha!
How much trash is collected each year in the US and what size landfill is required? How many people, on
average, are in flight over the US right now? What is the potential market for disposable diapers in China?
Students often find estimation problems difficult since they focus on getting exact answers. This is unfortunate
since estimation can be a very powerful tool when making decisions - particularly when trying to decide
whether more detailed analysis should be pursued. We'll investigate some simple techniques that can be used
for 'back of the envelope' calculations to get an answer that is "close enough".
Culture Integration = Motivated Students
(grades 6 – 8)
Desha Williams, Kennesaw State University
Have you wonder how you would eliminate that blank stare off the faces of your middle grades learner? This
session may help. It will demonstrate how various aspect of culture can be used as a catalyst for motivating
students into engaging in rigorous mathematics while connecting to the NCTM process standards of problem
solving, communications, and connections.
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Thursday Lunch
Served 11:30 AM – 2 PM
PLEASE NOTE!
All meal reservations were made during pre-registration.
It is not possible to purchase cafeteria meals on site.
Please note that while commercial food establishments are not located close to the conference site, a hamburger
lunch is available for cash purchase.
You are also welcome to bring your meal items to the conference – Rock Eagle is a great place to have a picnic
lunch!
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Thursday, 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Mathematically proficient students…
(High School)
Brooke Kline, GaDOE Secondary Mathematics Program Specialist
James Pratt, GaDOE Secondary Mathematics Program Specialist
The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice describe ways in which students of any grade level
should be engaged in the mathematics they are learning. For students to become proficient in mathematics, they
must internalize these eight mathematical practices as the means for understanding and learning the content
standards. When teachers incorporate these eight CCGPS standards while teaching GPS content, they shift to
implementation of CCGPS practices in advance. This GaDOE High School session will provide guidance in
fostering student proficiency in the Standards for Mathematical Practice through GPS content.
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Thursday, 1 – 2 PM
SMILES of Success for Students, Parents, and Teachers: Britannica SmartMath!
(grades PreK – 5)
Vicki Brock, Britannica Digital Learning
Participants will engage in lively and interactive web-based practice and assessment for elementary students.
Move students toward computational fluency while using tools that allow teachers to differentiate, assess, track,
and evaluate in real-time. Students enjoy doing math at home or in the classroom.
Math Vocabulary: Strategies for Teaching the Language of Math
(grades PreK – 10)
Tamara Carter, DeKalb County School System
Maggi Kjer, Pearson
This research-based workshop will introduce research-based strategies for promoting vocabulary and language
development in mathematics classrooms at the elementary and secondary levels. The presenters will provide
several strategies that are appropriate for different grade levels and students with a variety of learning road
blocks including phonological, working memory, short term memory, and retrieval deficits as well as other
learning problems. The presenter will provide attendees with a detailed reference list that may be used for
further study in school based learning communities.
The Mathematics of Stained Glass Windows
(grades 3 – 8)
Susan Edwards, Augusta State University
Bring active learning into your classroom with this exciting project about stained glass windows! This project
incorporates GPS standards from number and operations, measurement and geometry. It is both exciting and
engaging for students and you will receive everything you need to implement this project including handouts
and rubrics. The presentation will also pay particular attention to the connection between assessment and
differentiation.
Drive the Newest from TI
Dan Funsch, The Alleluia Community School
Test Drive TI's newest hand held - the TI-NspireCX: the next generation technology to increase student
engagement and learning!
Algebra 2.0: Making Algebra Dynamic with GeoGebra and Sage
(grades 6 – college)
Jeffrey Hall, Mercer University
Gregory Chamblee, Georgia Southern University
Put the “fun” in functions and make algebra come alive! This presentation will introduce you to the free Web
2.0 programs GeoGebra and Sage. Together, they can help students visualize algebra in a revolutionary way.
Learn how to manipulate polynomials, construct conic sections, upload pictures to enable real-world curve
fitting, and more. Attendees of this presentation will be provided access to a website with tutorials and activities
linked to the Georgia Performance Standards.
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Outstanding Math Guide
(grades 5 – 9)
Leslie Hilderbrand, Robert Sheperd, Darby Jochum, & Rhonda Davis, Fairplay MS
Come make an Outstanding Math Guide (OMG) containing graphic organizers with steps, examples and
vocabulary for every key concept taught throughout the year. This creative guide offers students a quick
reference that will put a year’s curriculum at their fingertips! The OMG will transform your classroom and help
you introduce or review material in a way that is fun and exciting for students! You must see it to believe it!
Graduation Requirements and Admittance Requirements: How Do They Relate?
Sheila Jones, Executive Director for Innovation and Policy, University System of Georgia
How do the recent changes in graduation requirements made by the Georgia Department of Education relate to
University System of Georgia admission requirements? What 4th year options for high school mathematics are
acceptable for admission? Which options are recommended? How will math support classes be treated with
respect to admission criteria? How will GPS Common Core classes be viewed? Come hear answers to these
questions, as well as any others you may have.
Warnings, Warnings, Warnings…How Many Is Enough?
(grades K – 12)
Keith Lewis, Time To Teach
So much of a teacher's time is committed to the handful of students who are continuously disrupting the
classroom and having to be addressed. "Time To Teach" is a set of classroom strategies proven to eliminate the
multiple warnings and repeated requests in a way that is efficient and effective immediately. No longer will new
or experienced teachers have to be constantly dealing with classroom disruptions. Lessons will now be
delivered with confidence and productivity.
Mathematics and Literature for Middle Grades
(grades 6 – 8)
Shirley McDonald, Ringgold MS
Deborah McAllister, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Literature appropriate for middle grades students will be used to introduce mathematics activities that are
aligned with the GPS and Common Core State Standards. Participants will learn about the mathematics content
in several books and how they can use these books in the mathematics classroom.
Is Pi Wrong?
(grades 3 – college)
Bill Shillito, C2 Education
The circle constant has long been one of the most important numbers to civilization. However, have we been
using the WRONG constant all these years? Is there an even more beautiful constant out there that makes even
more sense? Will it ruin all our formulas, or make them even better? And what of Pi Day? Come explore the
world of pi… and see what constant some have been saying may one day replace it!
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ZooTistics: Cross-Curricular AP Statistics and AP Environmental Science
(grades 9 – 12)
Katrina Stanfield, Newton HS
Natasha Rachell, DeKalb County School System
This session shows how to integrate AP Environmental Science and AP Statistics into one fabulous cumulative
project along with incorporating a trip to the zoo! Zoologists and biologists use animal mapping and statistics to
make inferences about how animals will do in captivity. Through this project, students will make discoveries by
constructing graphs and using the scientific method by visiting the local zoo to record animal behaviors.
How Revealing! The Use of Reveals in SMART Calculus Lessons
(grades 9 – college)
Allen Wolmer, Yeshiva Atlanta HS
Reveals is a general term for devices in SMART Notebook which allow you to reveal a portion of the lesson
only when you want to, such as steps of a proof. Reveals include the Screen Shade, Table Cell Shades, and
custom reveals. The presenter will demonstrate the effective use of various types of Reveals in a number of
Calculus lessons used in his school and how these devices can be integrated in a teacher’s lessons.
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Extended Sessions
Embracing Indigenous Mathematical Knowledge Systems: Investigations in Cultural Mathematics
(grades 8 – 12)
Iman Chahine, Erica Bass, Stephanie Byrd, Tanya Dwellingham, Elijah Porter, Rabia Shahbaz, Keisha Sheriff,
Lauren Frazier, Alanna Johnson, & Nathalie Smalls, Georgia State University
The purpose of this session is to provide a broad perspective on indigenous knowledge systems that cover a
plethora of contents and contexts which incorporate mathematical structures. Investigations of indigenous
practices that synchronize implicit and explicit knowledges are explored by graduate mathematics education
students and teachers as they explore diverse ways of thinking and problem solving by native cultures. The
presenters will also share their mathematical experiences while immersed in the cultural activities of local
people in South Africa.
MINDSET – Mathematics of Decision Making: Alternate Fourth Year Math Course
(grades 12 – college)
Karen Norwood, North Carolina State University
MINDSET is a collaboration between educators, engineers and mathematicians to create and implement a
curriculum to teach standard mathematics concepts using math-based decision-making tools for a non-calculus
fourth-year mathematics curriculum. Participants will experience the curriculum through solving multi-step
problems in real-world settings.
Using a Rekenrek to Develop Number Sense
(grades PreK – 3)
Jennifer Rives & Gina Bishop, Cartersville Primary School
In this session teachers will make a Rekenrek, or arithmetic rack, to learn how this powerful mathematical
model can help children build number sense. Through the use of the Rekenrek, participants will learn how it can
help students subitize numbers, use benchmarks of 5 and 10, and much more! This mathematical tool will have
participants engaged in many Common Core content domains and mathematical processes.
Gaining A Deeper Understanding of Place Value
(grades 1 – 5)
Dianna Spence & Gregg Velatini, North Georgia College & State University
Can you see the world of mathematics through your elementary students’ eyes? Do you have a deep
understanding of place value? Accomplish both of these challenges by learning place value “all over again”
using alternate bases and manipulatives. These exercises will give you more insight as an educator into the
organization of our number system, while also helping you to identify the conceptual challenges that elementary
students face when learning about and applying place value concepts. Exercises include counting and
performing the four basic arithmetic operations in Base 6 using Base 6 block manipulatives.
Money, Money, Money…Makes My Students Confused!
(grades PreK – 5)
Alisha Waller, Learning with Alisha!
Why are counting coins and making change so difficult for many students? In this session, participants will
examine the challenges of learning a new currency and consider innovative ways to reconsider teaching money
skills. By separating the mathematics of skip counting by different values and the symbolic representations,
students can focus on one aspect at a time. Students can learn the counting, addition, and subtraction with
concrete, proportional manipulatives before learning the symbolic meaning of coins.
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Mathematically proficient students…
(Grades K – 5)
Turtle Gunn Toms, GaDOE Elementary Mathematics Program Specialist
The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice describe ways in which students of any grade level
should be engaged in the mathematics they are learning. For students to become proficient in mathematics, they
must internalize these eight mathematical practices as the means for understanding and learning the content
standards. When teachers incorporate these eight CCGPS standards while teaching GPS content, they shift to
implementation of CCGPS practices in advance. This GaDOE Grades K-5 session will provide guidance in
fostering student proficiency in the Standards for Mathematical Practice through GPS content.
(Please note: This session will be repeated Friday, 9:15-10:45 AM)
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The Pythagorean (?) Theorem: More than Meets the Eye
(grades 6 – college)
Sloan Despeaux, Western Carolina University
Come hear a historical overview of Pythagoras, the Pythagoreans, the Pythagorean Theorem, proofs of the
theorem, and the theorem BEFORE Pythagoras.
Digital Learning Revolution
The iSchool Initiative is a student-led, non-profit organization that is dedicated to revolutionizing our education
system through innovative technology. Our mission is to inspire and educate students on how to become life
long digital learners in the information age. We accomplish this by raising awareness for the technological
needs of the classroom, providing collaborative research on the use of technology in the classroom, and guiding
schools in the implementation of this technology.
Growing Patterns: Questions that Help “Grow” Algebraic Thinking
(grades 5 – 8)
Linda Crawford, Augusta State University
Growing patterns provide a useful context for the development of algebraic thinking – but only if we ask the
right questions. We will investigate several growing-pattern problems and focus on the kinds of questions that
promote algebraic thinking.
Problem Solving with the Parametric-Coloring Trick in GSP
(grades 6 – 12)
David Custer, Decatur HS
Learn how to hook your students with a Parametric Paintbrush in Geometer’s Sketchpad. Then utilize the
parametric-coloring trick and watch them visually problem-solve with geometric definitions of conic sections
(…and more) in a novel and aesthetically pleasing way. Feel free to bring a laptop with GSP installed to learn
by doing!
Problem Solving Strategies for Math Teams
(grades 9 – 12)
Chuck Garner, Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology
For students to become successful on Math Team requires some specialized knowledge from outside the
standard curriculum. This session is an introduction to some of the mathematics your high school Math Team
needs to now. With all the math out there, we will narrow our focus to counting problems. During this session,
participants will investigate problems in combinatorics and its relationship to probability and algebra.
Fiction & Functions: Incorporating Literature and Technology into the Middle Grades
(grades 6 – 12)
Jeffrey Hall, Mercer University
Michael Coddington, Dhara Javia, & Roshani Shah, Graduate Students – Mercer University
Graduate students from Mercer University preparing to become Middle Grades / Secondary mathematics
teachers will demonstrate how to intertwine literature with a range of mathematics standards. A variety of free
Web 2.0 tools, including Prezi, Animoto, and Storybird, will be introduced and utilized in the process.
Attendees of this presentation will be provided access to a website with tutorials and examples linked to the
Georgia Performance Standards.
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Understanding Division of Fractions
(grades 4 – 6)
Vetrece Jefferson, S.B. Atkinson ES
Learn practical methods for teaching division of fractions. Help extend students thinking thru visual
manipulations and valid explanations. Participants will receive a free division guide with examples and enjoy
door prizes.
Data Analysis Gone Wild
(grades 7 – 12)
Basil Lee, Langston Hughes HS
The Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) incorporates statistics and data analysis in each grade level.
Participants will engage in several hands-on activities the students will enjoy will teaching the standards.
Six-sided number cubes and regular playing cards will be used to create, manipulate, and analyze data to
demonstrate understanding of the mathematical concepts."
Taxi Cab Geometry
(grades 9 – 12)
Beth Rogers, Kennesaw State University
During this interactive session, attendees will begin by discussing what the Taxi Cab metric is and then examine
circles from the perspective of the Taxi Cab metric. We will discuss ways to use this exploration of conics in
the high school classroom as a means to increasing student understanding of the conic sections.
Family Math Nights Made Meaningful
(grades PreK – 5)
Virginia Wilcox, Georgia College & State University
Ginger Baldwin, TG Scott ES
TG Scott Elementary school in Monroe County implemented a series of research-based math nights that
provided parents with conceptual introductions to mathematical topics such as probability, fractions,
measurement, and geometry in engaging, interactive, and meaningful ways. Come see how one school has
targeted math areas in need of improvement and pulled parents on board to increase student achievement.
SMART Board – Evolution of a Teacher and His Lessons
(grades 9 – college)
Allen Wolmer, Yeshiva Atlanta HS
This presentation will recount the evolution of SMART Algebra and Calculus lessons over the past four years at
Yeshiva Atlanta High School. Beginning with SMART Notebook capturing handwritten notes and then, over
the next three years, enhanced to include textbook quality graphics, animations, and integration of various other
software programs, these lessons became much more effective and efficient. Equally important, attendees will
learn that this can be done with a manageable level of effort and with superior results if done over time.
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Extended Sessions
Show What You Know: Multiple Representations in Math
(grades 2 – 5)
April Morris, Barbara Bell, & Kim McDowell, Glenn Hills ES
Are all of your students just like each other? NO WAY! Come explore different methods to represent
mathematical thinking, concepts, and reasoning in a way that engages students. A CD with all materials will be
given to each participant.
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Mathematically proficient students…
(Grades 6 – 8)
Brooke Kline, GaDOE Secondary Mathematics Program Specialist
James Pratt, GaDOE Secondary Mathematics Program Specialist
The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice describe ways in which students of any grade level
should be engaged in the mathematics they are learning. For students to become proficient in mathematics, they
must internalize these eight mathematical practices as the means for understanding and learning the content
standards. When teachers incorporate these eight CCGPS standards while teaching GPS content, they shift to
implementation of CCGPS practices in advance. This GaDOE Grades 6-8 session will provide guidance in
fostering student proficiency in the Standards for Mathematical Practice through GPS content.
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Math is Fun with Hands-On Learning for Everyone!
(grades K – 3)
Tessa Allen & Amy Reeves, Liberty ES
Do you enjoy creating hands-on math activities? In this session come, discover ways to make learning and
applying math skills exciting and fun! We will present learning center based make and take activities for
classroom use. Enrichment and tutorial extensions for learning centers are included.
Getting Ready for the CRCT
(grades 3 – 5)
Lola Bell, Oglethorpe County ES
This is a session on preparing students and teachers for the CRCT that you do not want to miss. Make the week
before testing a time of preparation and strategies that get the students fired up. (Dress up days, test strategies,
test taking pledge, BINGO, pep rally) All the materials necessary will be provided.
(Please note: This session will be repeated Friday, 9:15-10:15 AM)
To Be Exponentially Better: Be Cooperative!
(grades 7 – 12)
Erin Blinck, Campbell HS, Nick Wojcik, Carver School of the Arts, Liz Meany, Meadowcreek HS, &
Linden Johnson, Benjamin Banneker HS
A major problem in contemporary classrooms is the lack of motivation or desire to learn. Research shows that
cooperative learning is effective in addressing this concern because motivated students influence others who are
less motivated. This session provides dynamic cooperative learning activities which set the foundation for
leadership and group motivation. From skill development with placemat projects to real-world problems with
student role playing, these activities engage students to become exponentially better.
EXCELerated Statistics
(grades 8 – 10)
Nancy Burney, Kennesaw State University & Anna Stanton, The Epstein School
This interactive session is aligned with the GPS (MM1D3, MM2D1, and MM2D3) and is designed to enhance
statistical instruction through the use of Excel 2007. Participants will summarize quantitative data using
descriptive statistics and graphic displays and explore the association between two variables through scatter
plots and regression. Upon completion, each participant will receive links to instructional Excel videos, a
template for assessment, and a rubric to assess the results. Participants should bring laptops.
Get OUT of the BOOK: Making Math Instruction Tangible and Fun
(grades K – 5)
Aila Dark & Daphney Mills ,Math Instructional Coaches Title I Fulton County Schools
Time to gather some other resources to help you put a different spin on math instruction. Students can learn
more math through hands on experiences. Through the use of foldables, manipulatives, literature, etc., math can
become accessible to the struggling student or be enrichment for the above level student. This work shop will
give you exciting ideas that you can incorporate into a whole group lesson, small group instruction, or a center
that align with standards. Bring your crayons and your scissors!
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AMDM: 4th Year Math Course Overview
Paul Gray, Independent Consultant
Michael Ota, University of Texas at Austin
In this session, teachers will hear an overview of the new fourth year mathematics course, Advanced
Mathematical Decision Making (AMDM), from the curriculum developers' and classroom teacher's
perspectives. Originally developed by the Charles A. Dana Center at the University of Texas at Austin, this
course serves as a capstone course for students' K-12 mathematics experiences and launches them into college
or careers ready for success in applying meaningful mathematics.
GPS Elements – LEGO Your Way to Success
(grades 6 – 8)
Laura Hayes, Summerville MS
Learn how to use Legos in the classroom to build mathematical knowledge from number of outcomes,
probability, and algebra.
CGI in General and Special Education
(grades PreK – 8)
Julie Joiner & Paige Norman, Rehoboth Road MS and Dominique Jones, Graduate Student – UGA
Cognitively Guided Instruction, also known as CGI, can be used successfully in both general and special
education classrooms. This session will discuss how to begin to use CGI and the need for teachers to have a
beginning knowledge of the framework of student learning. Both general and special education students can
participate with success in a CGI classroom. Learning can happen with differentiation among all students in the
CGI classroom.
Name That Conic
(grades 9 – 12)
Basil Lee, Langston Hughes HS
Participants will create a graphic organizer that displays the general and standard forms of equations for a circle,
parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola. A game called "Name That Conic" will be played using the graphic organizer
which participants created.
Using Clickers for Formative Assessment
(grades 3 – 12)
Gary Nelson, Georgia Gwinnett College
Attendees will participate in activities including the Race Game to gather data. Analysis of the data will be used
to determine how such activities can provide meaningful formative assessment information.
Conquering Time
(grades PreK – 3)
Robyn Ovrick, UGA-Griffin & Christy Sutton, Creekside ES
Do your students struggle with time? In this session we will discuss ways to teach time as well as elapsed time.
(Please note: This session will be repeated Friday, 8-9 AM)
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Algebra in the Early Grades
(grades 3 – 5)
Beth Rogers, Kennesaw State University
Participants will explore sample learning activities from three areas of algebra: reasoning about quantities using
formula, representing and analyzing situations, and reasoning about patterns. Specifically, we will
collaboratively explore the learning activities and generalize all findings in an effort to establish the big ideas of
algebra. Participants will also discuss how to teach algebra as a tool for analyzing change in any given context,
rather than a collection of formulas and equations.
Teach Problem Solving with Chess
Stephen Schneider, Championship Chess
Chess is a great way to present students with challenging problem-solving activities. This session will
demonstrate how chess can provide puzzles and problems that will enhance cognitive outcomes - visualization,
thinking ahead, thinking concretely and abstractly, weighing options, focusing and planning. Whether or not
you play chess, you can learn successful teaching strategies for the classroom that will motivate and challenge
your students
Differentiating with Manipulatives in the INTERactive Classroom
(grades 6 – 12)
Stephanie Shultz, ETA/Cuisenaire
Learn how INTERACTIVE & HANDS-ON instruction with manipulatives can make the mathematical
practices come alive in the MS/HS classroom. This presentation will focus on the importance of the concreterepresentational-abstract model correlating alongside of the workshop model (opening-work time-closing). We
will be stopping throughout to reflect on the math behind the tasks and how to differentiate these tasks between
all grade levels. Using a variety of concrete & VIRTUAL manipulatives, participants will be engaged in all
Common Core content domains and mathematical practices.
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Thursday ,4:45 PM
The GCTM Fun Run begins at the Bankers building – come walk, jog, or run!
No registration required! Coveted t-shirts to those who complete the course!
Many thanks to Carnegie Learning for sponsoring the Fun Run again this year!
Thursday, 6:45 PM
Regional Meetings
Join with members from your region in the auditorium to hear from your Region Representatives!
Not sure which region you are in? Stop by the registration area for assistance!
Thursday, 7:15 PM
Evening Session
Mathemagics
Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Professor of Mathematics, Harvey Mudd College
Magician
Arthur has combined his two loves to create dynamic presentations where he demonstrates and explains his
secrets for performing rapid mental calculations faster than a calculator. He has appeared on many media outlets
including: The Today Show, The Colbert Report, and National Public Radio, and has been profiled in
publications such as The New York Times, Scientific American, Discover Magazine, and People Magazine just
to name a few. Reader's Digest calls him "America's Best Math Whiz". Watch out - Arthur's enthusiasm for
mathematical concepts and principles is contagious!
GCTM Awards Ceremony
Immediately following the keynote address
Social Gathering
Immediately following the awards ceremony
Al Parker, our favorite DJ, will have you rocking to the beat!
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Welcome First Time Participants to the Georgia Mathematics Conference!
Debbie Poss, GCTM President & Lassiter HS
Lynn Stallings, GCTM Past-President & Kennesaw State University
In this presentation you will gain some tips to help you get the most out of the conference. This session is only
for first timers and especially for newer teachers. This session is brought to you by the Executive Committee of
the Georgia Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic
(grades 2 – 5)
Susan Bell, Carri McNeill, & Erin Bower, Oglethorpe County ES
Children's literature can be the activating strategy for many math lessons. Three lessons will be presented using
a story as the hook. Presenters will then demonstrate the math lesson and close with a writing activity. We will
also highlight some of our other favorite books and give short descriptions of the math involved.
Interactive Mathematics with the TI-Nspire CX
(grades 8 – 12)
Carla Bidwell, Marietta City Schools
The new TI-Nspire CX with a full color screen is especially useful when comparing functions and examining
data. Come learn how TI’s newest addition can be a dynamic, interactive classroom tool – with or without
student handhelds!
Assessing Confounding and Interaction: Examples from Practice
(grades 11 – college)
Jose Binongo, Emory University
Confounding and interaction are two methodological concepts that data analysts consider when they investigate
the relationship between independent and dependent variables. Real-life data sets will be used to demonstrate
these concepts.
Continual Support through Constant Change:
Professional Learning to Support the Moves from QCCs to GPS to CCGPS
April Childers, Floyd County Schools
Through a Math Science Partnership (MSP) grant, we have developed a collaborate environment focused on
improving student learning. Participants attend a summer institute followed by follow-up sessions and
professional learning communities which meet throughout the school year. The presenters will share the
application process, the design of the professional development, and lessons learned through this program.
Question and answer time will be provided.
Double Digit Increase in Scores, 70-90% Decrease in Discipline Challenges - SIGN ME UP!
Sheila Gann, Time to Teach
Learn simple, effective, and logical ways to deal with 80% of your pesky behaviors. Participants will learn
strategies that change behaviors by utilizing simple diffusers, self-control for the teacher, prompting techniques,
teach-to’s, and refocus. You will learn techniques and strategies that work and will not create extra work for
you! Teachers will find themselves with more time to teach, parents will hear more “good” things and less
“bad” about their children, and administrators will see a significant drop in discipline referrals.
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Mastering the Standards the Easy Way!
(grades 2 – 5)
Stephanie Holt & Sarah Williamson, Mt. Zion ES
Come join us and learn simple, practical ways to guide your students to mastery of the Georgia Performance
Standards in mathematics. Attention will be given to each domain by sharing strategies, websites, graphic
organizers and activities that we have used with success in our own classrooms. Walk away with many easy to
implement activities that you can use in your classroom next week!
PreAlgebra/Algebra/Geometry Projects
(grades 7 – 9)
Jody Johnson, Mount Pisgah Christian School
Projects for PreAlgebra, Algebra, and Geometry. Includes, but not limited to (1) Probability Simulation using
the TI 84+, fractions, decimals, percentages, degrees in a circle, drawing bar graphs, circle graphs, square
graphs by hand and on the computer, (2) Car Project - writing linear equations to model mileage vs. price of
used cars, meaning of slope and y intercept, points above and below the line (3) writing Power Point word
problems for Pythagorean Theorem and Special Right Triangles (4) Scale Drawing Projects, (5) Transformation
Projects: translations, reflections, rotations, and dilations, and (6) Linear Equation Graphing Project
Bending Asymptotes and Bouncing Off Infinity
(grades 9 – college)
Nurfatimah Merchant & Chris Harrow, The Westminster Schools
A deep understanding of polynomial behavior and transformations dramatically simplifies the graphing of any
rational function (and beyond). This session offers an innovative approach to analyzing rational functions and
more, via transformations far beyond simple stretches and slides. It explores ways to use Computer Algebra
Systems (CAS) at all levels to facilitate students’ exploration and enhance their understanding of the concepts.
While CAS is used in this presentation, the ideas can be taught without it.
Differentiation Strategies for Mathematics: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners
(grades 1 – 12)
Michelle Mikes, Teacher Created Materials
Learn the nuts and bolts of differentiation while experiencing how to differentiate your math content to meet the
varying learning needs, styles, and levels of your students. Easy to implement differentiation strategies will be
demonstrated. Attendees will receive a CD handout with primary sources, lessons and activities from the
presentation.
Stats for the Masses
(grades 10 – college)
Paul Myers, Georgia Institute of Technology
Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC)
This presentation will focus on the distribution of sample means and the relationship between the standard
deviation of sample means and the standard deviation of the population. The presenter will help clarify elements
from the Math II curriculum that connect with the AP Stats curriculum and contribute to intra-school dialogues.
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Secret Codes and Silly Jokes
(grades 4 – 6)
Linda Nash, Clayton State University
Explore early concepts of Algebra thru cryptography (secret codes) and embellish your curriculum with related
jokes & riddles. Fun for all grades levels, but especially appropriate for grades 4-6.
Conquering Time
(grades PreK – 3)
Robyn Ovrick, UGA-Griffin & Christy Sutton, Creekside ES
Do your students struggle with time? In this session we will discuss ways to teach time as well as elapsed time.
Cryptology for High School Students
(grades 9 – 12)
Brian Swanagan, Model HS
This historical cryptology unit was part of an honors discrete mathematics class and followed a unit on basic
number theory. Through exposure to multiple systems of coding and ciphers, students learned to encipher and
decipher texts. Teachers will receive some ideas for how to use cryptology in different ways and will hopefully
be engaged in extending the ideas to further challenge students thinking about the mathematics behind the
ciphers and the place of cryptology historically in mathematics.
Relearn & Recover
(grades 4 – 12)
Lori Thomas, North Forsyth MS
Demonstration of the Relearn & Recover (R&R) for middle school math we offer students at our school.
Discussion of who the program targets, why it was "birthed"/purpose, how it was created, the content
involved...
Finding the Magic in SMART Notebook
(grades 3 – 12)
Jason Williams, Webster County Schools
Do you have a SMART Board in your classroom?? Is it just sitting there?? Do you need help with some tips and
tricks for using it?? This session will take a beginner/intermediate approach to SMART Notebook and SMART
Notebook Math and show ways to make it become a better tool for you and your students. During this session,
you can learn tips and tricks and even share your own!!
S.M.A.R.T.I.E.S. for Under-Resourced Students
(grades K – 8)
Marcia Williams, Pioneer RESA
Based on Dr. Ruby Payne’s book, Research-Based Strategies, this session will highlight S.M.A.R.T.I.E.S.
(Strategic, meaningful actions to reach, teach, involve, and engage students). The presenter will identify several
student behaviors which can interfere with mathematical learning. Session participants will explore these
targeted, hands-on strategies to be used for these behaviors with under-resourced students in order to
narrow/eliminate the achievement gap.
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From Slope to Area and Back Again
(grades 11 – college)
Dennis Wilson, Landmark Christian School
This presentation will focus on introducing the important concepts of the Definite Integral, including the
Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, while delaying the calculation of anti-derivatives. Important concepts from
algebra and geometry are reviewed and reinforced as the concept of geometric area is generalized into the
Definite Integral. The presenter will share many interactive TI-Nspire documents used to dynamically connect
the algebraic and graphical representations of integral calculus to connect slope to area, rate of change to
accumulation, and derivative to integral.
A Great Feat
(grades 3 – 6)
Emily Wilson, St. Elmo Gifted Education Center, Muscogee County School District
This session explores a lesson on the purpose for a standardized measurement system. Using literature as a
launch, students will complete a hands-on investigation of standard and nonstandard units of measurement. The
lesson is differentiated through tiers by ability level and can easily be adapted to multiple grade level
measurement standards. A Great Feat demonstrates how to seamlessly integrate language arts, mathematics, and
science into an engaging interdisciplinary unit.
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Extended Sessions
How Can I Become A Better Teacher? Assessing Instructional Quality on Your Own Terms
(grades PreK – college)
Erika Bullock, Graduate Student – Georgia State University
In this session, participants will explore ways to evaluate their teaching for themselves, apart from formal
evaluation. We will consider the following questions: How do my students feel about me and my class? How do
I know if the instructional strategies that I am using actually work? How can I work with colleagues to create a
climate of continuous improvement?
A True Assessment for RTI: Mathematical Concepts!
(grades K – 5)
Kristi Caissie, Sue Phelps, & Faith Everett, Phelps and Associates
Teachers in the elementary mathematical classroom are searching for an assessment that can be used as a
benchmarking tool, a diagnostic tool for RTI purposes, is easy to use and measures CONCEPTS not just
procedures. This session will discuss the differences between concepts and procedures in Number Sense and
Place Value and will share an assessment ready for use in the classroom. The class participants will receive
instructional techniques for use in the classroom setting.
Explore the Effects of Changing Lengths
(grades 6 – 8)
Carmella Crawford, AIMS (Activities that Integrate Math and Science)
This session is full of hands-on investigations. Students discover that the perimeter of scaled figures change by
a factor the same as the scale factor while the area changes by the square of the scale factor. Students compare
enlarged and reduced pictures to reinforce the concept of area growth and its relationship to scale factor.
Videos, comics, and real-world assessments will be viewed during the session.
Building a Foundation
(grades 1 – 3)
Nancy Ricciardi, Kilpatrick ES
Don't waste your time with tricks and short cuts. Be sure your students have a deep understanding of the
standards you teach. This session will use a variety of manipulatives to help students develop this deeper
understanding. Such skills as counting money and making change, regrouping with addition and subtraction,
rounding numbers, as well as a variety of problem solving skills will be discussed.
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Secrets of Mental Math
(grades K – 12)
Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Professor of Mathematics, Harvey Mudd College
Magician
Arthur has combined his two loves to create dynamic presentations where he demonstrates and explains his
secrets for performing rapid mental calculations faster than a calculator. He has appeared on many media outlets
including: The Today Show, The Colbert Report, and National Public Radio, and has been profiled in
publications such as The New York Times, Scientific American, Discover Magazine, and People Magazine just
to name a few. Reader's Digest calls him "America's Best Math Whiz". Watch out - Arthur's enthusiasm for
mathematical concepts and principles is contagious!
Projects for AP
Storie Atkins, Columbus HS, Sandy Burlingame, Mountain Area Christian Academy, &
Lina Ellis, Homeschoolers Excelling in Greater Atlanta (HEGA)
This session will highlight AP Calculus and AP Statistics projects presented by several AP instructors. A wide
range of topics will be addressed by demonstration of various projects, rubrics, and examples, which include the
use of technology, hands-on activities, as well as written components.
Getting Ready for the CRCT
(grades 3 – 5)
Lola Bell, Oglethorpe County ES
This is a session on preparing students and teachers for the CRCT that you do not want to miss. Make the week
before testing a time of preparation and strategies that get the students fired up. (Dress up days, test strategies,
test taking pledge, BINGO, pep rally) All the materials necessary will be provided.
Muffins and Math
(grades PreK – 2)
Carly Borchelt, Red Oak ES
Is your school struggling to help parents understand how teaching and learning mathematics has changed since
they were in elementary school? Do you worry that parents of young children do not emphasize mathematics as
much as other content areas? Come learn how a series of morning workshops can give parents the tools and
resources to help their child build number sense and communicate mathematically.
TI-83, 84, 84+ for Beginners
(grades 6 – 12)
Keisha Lanier Brown, Georgia Perimeter College
Calling all beginning math teachers! Do you want to know how to use your graphing calculator more
effectively? If so, this session is for you. Bring your calculator so we can cover the top 20 skills you need to
know when teaching any middle school or high school mathematics course. Some of these topics include
finding points of intersection, solving systems of equations, using applications such as Conics and Inequalz,
evaluating expressions, and much more.
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Mathematics in Industry & Government: What It Is and Why It’s Relevant
(grades 9 – 12)
Douglas Edwards & Paul Myers, Georgia Institute of Technology
Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics and Computing (CEISMC)
Sherri Manley, White County HS
Mathematics in Industry and Government (MIG) is a Board of Regents approved mathematics application
course that develops students’ ability in three of the four transferable 21st century skills (communication,
collaboration, and critical thinking). This interactive session will give teachers an understanding of the course,
student response to MIG, and demonstrate how it uses algebra, geometry, and statistics to solve problems so
that students never have to ask, “When will I ever use this?”
Tips from the past Chief Reader of AP Statistics
Chris Franklin, University of Georgia
Gain some pointers on teaching AP Statistics from the shared wisdom of a past Chief Reader and current
member of the exam writing committee. A question and answer session will be included.
Answering Your AP Calculus Questions
(grades 9 – 12)
Chuck Garner, Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology
Dennis Wilson, Landmark Christian School
Jeff McCammon, Heritage HS
Pam Hooten, Morgan County HS
Don Slater, Lassiter HS
Do you wonder how to approach certain topics in AP Calculus? Do you wonder which topics to stress? Do you
wonder how to ensure there is plenty of time to review before the AP exam? This Q&A panel is for those new
to teaching AP Calculus. Bring these questions and any others you have to the experienced AP Calculus
experts!
To Infinity…and Beyond
(grades 9 – college)
Chris Harrow, The Westminster Schools
This workshop applies the reciprocal transformation to various function families. It offers an innovative
understanding of several pre-calculus topics (including exponential, logistic, rational and trigonometric
functions), unifying several families through a handful of underlying mathematical structures. Participants will
discover that many historically complicated problems and concepts are both richer and greatly simplified in this
process. The session concludes with a novel investigation of polar functions.
What in the World is a FAL?????
(grades 6 – 12)
Jonathan Lillie, North Hall HS & Vicki Mixon, Math Trainer, Mathematics Design Collaborative, GaDOE
Explore new strategies to use in your middle and high school mathematics classrooms. These Formative
Assessment Lessons were created by the Shell Centre and are aligned with CCSS. Come find out what they are,
where you can get them, and how they are transforming the classrooms in six of our Georgia systems. You will
get to look at student work before and after these collaborative lessons, to see for yourself what changes can
occur in the depth of thinking when there is “productive struggle”.
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Which Line is it Anyway?
(grades 8 – 12)
Dione Maxwell, Loganville HS &
Members of the Northeast Georgia AP Statistics Professional Learning Community
Have you ever wondered why students are expected to conquer the concept of the median-median line in the
Georgia Performance Standards for high school? Just what is the median-median line and how does it relate to
the least squares line of regression? Is it a procedure or a concept or both? Spend some time with the members
of the Northeast Georgia AP Statistics Learning Community and find out the answers to these questions and
more.
Make Math Fact Fluency a Reality in Your Classroom
(grades 2 – 6)
Dawn Rowley, ExploreLearning
How are math facts mastered? Which methods promote automaticity across a broad range of students? What if
we could solve the problem of math fact fluency in just 10 minutes a day? Come find out the answers to these
questions. Learn how to optimize classroom instruction and practice through empirically-validated methods that
are effective, efficient, and fun.
The Hidden Power of Microsoft Word’s Equation Editor
(grades 6 – college)
Bill Shillito, C2 Education
Want to learn LaTeX, but get lost in all that code everywhere? Did you know that Microsoft Word's latest
Equation Editor is just as powerful as LaTeX for mathematical typesetting, but even easier to learn and use?
Come to this session to learn all the tips, tricks, and shortcuts to make preparing tests and handouts virtually
effortless! (Current LaTeX users welcome too!)
Connecting Math & Literature
(grades K – 8)
Stephanie Shultz, ETA/Cuisenaire
Find out how to use popular children's literature to springboard students into engaging mathematical activities.
Participants will solve every problem with multiple representations (drawing a picture, labeling the picture with
a number sentence and writing how they solved each step in the process of problem solving). CCS (linking
math & lit standards) will be presented before each activity is introduced. Participants will leave with a sample
lesson and be eligible for door prizes.
How Do I Know It’s Right? Developing Students’ Internal Authority
(grades PreK – college)
Alisha Waller, Learning with Alisha!
In this session, we will examine the concept of internal authority - a student's confidence in the correctness of
their mathematics based in their own understanding. For many students, mathematics is experienced as
something they receive, as something developed by others, and often, as something which must be accepted as
true but does not make sense. In addition, the correctness of the mathematics they do is based on external
authorities, such as their teacher, the answer list in the back of the book, or the calculator's display. In this
session, we will consider a series of specific concepts which span K-12 mathematics and how they can be
taught in a way that strengthens students' internal authority and identity as a mathematician.
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Mathematically proficient students…
(Grades K – 5)
Turtle Gunn Toms, GaDOE Elementary Mathematics Program Specialist
The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice describe ways in which students of any grade level
should be engaged in the mathematics they are learning. For students to become proficient in mathematics, they
must internalize these eight mathematical practices as the means for understanding and learning the content
standards. When teachers incorporate these eight CCGPS standards while teaching GPS content, they shift to
implementation of CCGPS practices in advance. This GaDOE Grades K-5 session will provide guidance in
fostering student proficiency in the Standards for Mathematical Practice through GPS content.
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Extended Sessions
“Talk to Me” – Teaching the Language of Math
(grades 6 – 12)
Derrick Brown, KnowledgeBase, Inc.
Participants will learn to play "Talk To Me" – a game that requires teams to guess math, language arts, or
computer vocabulary terms from verbal, nonverbal and / or pictorial clues presented by a single teammate (the
clue giver). "Talk To Me" creatively addresses the critical need to build language and communication skills in
math classes that will allow students to "do math", and to also understand what "math does".
Real World Math for Earth’s Sake
(grades 5 – 8)
Kenneth Jones, Columbus State University
So much of environmental awareness relies on our understanding of mathematics. Discover how algebra, data
analysis, problem-solving, measurement and more are all employed in hands-on activities to learn more about
human population trends, energy use, land use, climate change and other issues shaping our future on earth.
Free CD-ROM of activities matched to the Georgia Performance Standards!
Taking Student Notebooks to a New Dimension with Notebook Foldables®
(grades K – college)
Rhonda Meyer, Dinah Zike Academy
In this fast-paced, make-and-take session, recharge your students’ notebooks and turn on the motivation factor
with Notebook Foldables®. Discover how to transform student notebooks into dimensional, individualized, and
brain-smart tools that give students opportunities to immerse themselves in learning visually and kinesthetically
as they organize information to achieve more personal, authentic communication and lasting meaning. Leave
with ideas ready to use immediately.
Math Teachers’ Circles for Elementary Teachers
(grades PreK – 5)
Virginia Watson, Mary Garner, & Beth Rogers, Kennesaw State University
Angelique Smith-Hunt, The Champion Theme MS
A Math Teachers’ Circle is a network of mathematicians and elementary teachers who meet regularly to solve
problems in a collaborative environment. Our purpose is to enhance the problem solving skills and the
enjoyment of math in schools throughout Georgia. We will demonstrate how a Math Teachers' Circle is run and
discuss how to join one of our circles or to start your own.
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More Secrets of Mental Math
(grades K – 12)
Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Professor of Mathematics, Harvey Mudd College
Magician
Arthur has combined his two loves to create dynamic presentations where he demonstrates and explains his
secrets for performing rapid mental calculations faster than a calculator. He has appeared on many media outlets
including: The Today Show, The Colbert Report, and National Public Radio, and has been profiled in
publications such as The New York Times, Scientific American, Discover Magazine, and People Magazine just
to name a few. Reader's Digest calls him "America's Best Math Whiz". Watch out - Arthur's enthusiasm for
mathematical concepts and principles is contagious!
The First Attacks on a OMan-Eating Problem:
A History of the FourColor Problem
(grades 6 – college)
Sloan Despeaux, Western Carolina University
How many colors does it take to color a map? While this question seems simple, it is much more than meets the
eye. The Four Color Problem took more than a century to prove, and then only with the help of computers to
handle massive calculations. Come hear how this problem captivated the attention of 19th- and 20th-century
mathematicians.
STEM Performance Tasks
(grades 6 – 12)
Chanikki Allen, Charles R. Drew HS & Andrea Wright, Rex Mill MS
This session will demonstrate a lesson which identifies the mathematics and science in various jobs as well as
how educators can assess the activity as higher order thinking and Depths Of Knowledge 4.
Let’s Get Folding!
(grades 6 – 8)
Joy Black, University of West Georgia
This session will involve participants in inexpensive hands on activities including paper folding to promote
conceptual understanding of geometric terms. Physical models will be created to address sums of angle
measures, circles, and different types of polygons including their areas. Reference to children's literature will be
made.
What Do You Mean That’s Not In My Calculus Book?
(grades 11 – college)
Sandy Burlingame, Mountain Area Christian Academy
There are several important topics that are tested on the AP Calculus Exam that are not covered well in most
calculus books. We will be using some fun activities and worksheets to discuss these topics. New teachers will
learn how to teach these topics, but even veteran teachers will leave the session with a series of good
worksheets to use in your class.
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Tips and Fun From TI
(grades 6 – college)
Ned Colley, Texas Instruments
Come see tips and helpful hints for your TI graphing calculators. Please bring your TI-73, TI-83+, TI-84+ and
TI Nspires. On site updates to your calculators will be provided! I will also share innovative activities and free
resources for your math classroom. Of course, there will be take home materials, door prizes and fun!
CCGPS: The Next Iteration
(grades 3 – 12)
Janet Davis, Pearson America’s Choice
While the Georgia Performance Standards for Mathematics are 90% aligned to the Common Core State
Standards, we should not presume that we are ready for the implementation of the Common Core Georgia
Performance Standards. By looking through the lens of assessment items and the Practice Standards for
Mathematics, participants will examine how the Common Core State Standards are indeed the NEXT
ITERATION of the Georgia Performance Standards, but NOT an equivalent set of standards so closely matched
that preparation can be minimal.
Teaching with Tasks – It Really Works!
(grades 8 – 10)
Jill Dempsey, Cedartown HS & Kena Womack, Rockmart HS
A veteran teacher and a special education teacher collaborated to team teach summer school using tasks in a 33
hour learning storm – and they had never previously used the GPS learning tasks! They thought: "What do we
have to lose?" Now they say: "I can't believe I taught Math I four times and didn't even try using the tasks." The
venture proved fruitful in late July when the results revealed a 50% pass rate. By team teaching in the morning
session they were able to have immediate feedback and address multiple learning strategies while improving
presentations along the way.
Using COACH Math
(grades 3 – 8)
Linda Furey, National Consultant & Allie Leff, Academic Consultant, Triumph Learning
Using COACH Math just got automated! Come see how our GPS web-based assessment tool will instantly
score, track and assist you in performing your daily instruction in real time. Monitor by student, strand, skill or
standard...see how we've combined all our standards based instructional resources with Coach Connected to
help accelerate and remediate students for year-round math success. All 3rd - 8th grade teachers will benefit
from hearing Triumph Learning's National Consultant who will share teaching tips, lesson strategies, handouts,
samples, and door prizes!
All the World’s a Polynomial …
(grades 10 – college)
Chris Harrow, The Westminster Schools
Historically, students struggle to understand the utility and origins of Taylor Series. This session makes use of
local linearity and statistical regressions to explain tangent lines in a way that is useful to all AP Calculus
students before extending the approach to create Taylor Series for AP Calculus BC. This introduction is
understandable by both pre-calculus and calculus students. The session will conclude with a student project
around a famous Euler problem and techniques for using series to connect circular and hyperbolic trigonometry.
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Flexible Grouping Strategies
(grades 9 – 12)
Jacqueline Hennings, Woodland HS
The new GPS and upcoming CCGPS call for a student-centered, task-based approach to learning mathematics,
but how can we get students to do the work instead of the teacher? I have found a few ways of grouping
students and making them responsible for their learning and want to share it with you.
Order of Operations Revisited
(grades 6 – 8)
Emam Hoosain, Augusta State University
Despite the great attention given to order of operations, there seems to be a lack of consistency in its
interpretation and application. The presenter will share some data collected from teachers and students and
make some recommendations.
AP Statistics Panel Discussion for New Teachers
(grades 10 – 12)
Debbie Kohler, Woodstock HS, Lina Ellis, Homeschoolers Excelling in Greater Atlanta (HEGA),
Jill Kelly & David Dimsdale, Brookwood HS
This session will allow teachers that are new or have limited experience in teaching AP Statistics to participate
in a question and answer session with experienced AP Statistics teachers. All of the teachers on the panel have
many years experience teaching AP Statistics and are also graders for the College Board AP Statistics exam
each summer. Come with your questions or get some unique teaching ideas from these teachers!
SMART Boards and Brain POP
(grades 4 – 8)
Brian Lewis, Feagin Mill MS
Teachers will be able to get lessons from SMART and Brain POP, learn how to create lesson with SMART, and
also see how students make a SMART Lesson into a video.
Connections to the Real World - AKA Answers to the When-Will-I-Ever-Use-This-Again Question
(grades 6 – 8)
Hope Phillips, Columbus State University
Teachers participating in the Columbus Regional Mathematics Collaborative grant entitled “Making Real World
Connections with Mathematics” will share lessons and electronic resources they have both found and developed
that unite middle grades GPS content with "the real world." Leave your classroom without ever going anywhere
and engage your students in the process.
I Know HOW But I Don’t Know WHY!
(grades 5 – 8)
Tabatha Presley & Rudy Neufeld, Neufeld Learning Systems
We will unpack familiar mathematical concepts, most of which are challenging to teach, into those elements
that lead to an understanding of the concept. This addresses the new Core Curriculum by "going deep". We will
consider concepts like multiplying and dividing fractions, subtracting a negative, area of a trapezoid, algebraic
thinking, problem solving and more. Participants will leave with Frameworks for Learning (lessons) and a CD
of lessons to be used in their classes.
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Math Notebooking
(grades 3 – 5)
Jennifer Schumpert, Clemson University
The workshop is designed to help teachers get started with math notebooking. As students develop
mathematical thinking through math notebooks they engage in reflective problem solving, communicate their
understanding, and practice concepts using a variety of strategies. Math notebooks are critical to formative
assessment as they provide feedback for self assessment and information about teaching and learning.
Notebooks also build connections to literacy in all curricular areas.
Math Engagementology: Dream or Reality?
(grades PreK – college)
Anthony Stinson, Clayton State University
Calvin Leaks, Miller Grove HS
Reasoning in mathematics requires students' engagement in the process of learning mathematics. Many teachers
indicate that students are not motivated or interested in reasoning and thinking when learning mathematics,
especially in non-accelerated classes. However, we believe that promoting student engagement is a strategy for
student reasoning and thinking, and can be an integral part of each teacher's classroom. Don’t just DREAM
about it, make it REALITY! YOU can do it, WE can help!!!
Color Tiles Across the Curriculum
(grades K – 5)
Virginia Wilcox, Georgia College & State University
If my principal told me I could only purchase ONE manipulative for use in my classroom...without a doubt it
would be one inch square color tiles. This session will investigate engaging and interactive ways to utilize this
'wonder manipulative' across grade levels and mathematical strands.
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Friday Lunch
Served 11:30 AM – 2 PM
PLEASE NOTE!
All meal reservations were made during pre-registration.
It is not possible to purchase cafeteria meals on site.
Please note that while commercial food establishments are not located close to the conference site, a hamburger
lunch is available for cash purchase.
You are also welcome to bring your meal items to the conference – Rock Eagle is a great place to have a picnic
lunch!
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Making Accelerated Math Manageable in the Elementary Grades
(grades 1 – 5)
Diana Bert & Jennifer Birkman, Gadsden ES
We are two Accelerated Math Model Classroom teachers from Gadsden Elementary who are interested in
presenting a session on running an Accelerated Math class successfully. We will discuss how important routines
are when utilizing Accelerated Math in any grade level. We will give examples and ideas of how to use these
routines in lower and upper elementary grades. As presenters we will demonstrate how effective routines can
enhance the successfulness of an Accelerated Math class.
The Public Stories of Mathematics
(grades PreK – college)
Erika Bullock, Graduate Student – Georgia State University, & Jacqueline Hennings, Woodland HS
In conversations regarding mathematics education reform, the voice of the teacher is curiously absent. In this
session, we will discuss the critical importance of mathematics teachers telling their own stories from the
classroom. We will also explore places to share the stories and tips for writing.
Hippocrates’ Quadrature of Polygons and Lunes:
Compass-Straightedge & Geometer’s Sketchpad Versions
(grades 8 – college)
Günhan Çağlayan, Columbus State University
The quadrature problem, construction of a square with the same area as a given geometric figure, appealed to
mathematicians since the Pythagorean era. This presentation will show how Hippocrates, an ancient Greek
mathematician and geometer, solved the quadrature of rectangles, triangles, polygons, and lunes (a lune is a
plane figure bounded by two circular arcs) using board compass and straightedge. I will also provide the
exploration-based-technology-version using geometry software such as Geometer’s Sketchpad or GeoGebra.
Transporting Math From the Past to the Future
(grades K – 8)
Susan Cherry, Curriculum Associates LLC
Demonstrate how teachers can differentiate math instruction by using an engaging online, adaptive diagnostic
and instruction system aligned to GPS, and CCGPS. Discuss how teachers can use data to drive instruction and
monitor progress. Administrators can pinpoint the needs of their students by district, school, classroom and
student with a user friendly system and easy to understand reports. Students will use engaging real world online
instruction at their own level to move forward to comprehension in foundational skills.
F2SM2 – Foldables For Success in Math 2
(grades 9 – 12)
Pam Chronister & Karen Prestwood, Lassiter HS
Have you ever wondered why there isn't a high school OMG (Outstanding Math Guide)? We did too, so we
have created one! We have adapted the OMG (6-8) foldables and graphic organizers to topics in Math 2 to
enhance learning and engage students in the challenging curriculum. The folder will be built throughout the
year by students as a resource to use for many purposes, especially gearing up for the EOCT. Come create a
sample of your own!
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Using Geogebra for Geometry, Algebra, and More
(grades 6 – college)
Thomas Cooper, North Georgia College & State University
Geogebra is a free Java based software with dynamic geometry capabilities similar to other commercial
products and much more. The presenter will demonstrate tasks and problems that he has used with Geogebra in
his “Technology for Secondary Mathematics” class. Problems will be chosen to highlight the versatility of
Geogebra across many strands of mathematics including geometry, algebra, calculus, and trigonometry.
Real World Applications of Conics
(grades 9 – 12)
Cathy Franklin, Columbus Regional Mathematics Collaborative – Columbus State University
This session is about real world applications of conics. You will be amazed at all the conics hanging around
your house. Take this session back to your classroom and get your students involved.
“Stop It! No, You Stop It!”
How to Share Power in the Classroom
(grades 9 – 12)
Lauren Frazier & H. Jason Davenport, Graduate Students – Georgia State University
Rollo May lists the five types of power as exploitative, manipulative, competitive, nutrient, and integrative.
Exploitative and manipulative teacher power can be misused, while competitive power can have positive and
negative effects. The most effective uses of teacher power are nutrient and integrative power since they offer the
flexibility and care that today's students need. What does power sharing look like in everyday classrooms?
Come to this session to see what it looks like.
Using the TI83 in the Middle School Classroom
(grades 6 – 9)
Andra Fugate, ET Booth MS
Most middle schools are equipped with TI83 (or higher) calculators, but teachers rarely use them in on-level
classes. Students are utilizing technology - but doing so incorrectly. Teachers need to show them how to use it
correctly and help prepare them for high school. The presenter will show middle school math teachers ways to
incorporate the TI83+ (TI84 if that is what they have) in the classroom and provide a couple of lessons.
Mathematics and Children’s Literature for Kindergarten through Grade 2
Deborah McAllister, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Shirley McDonald, Ringgold MS
Children’s literature selections will be used to introduce mathematics activities that are aligned with standards.
When reading the book, The Warlord’s Beads, place value will be discussed; when reading the book, The Big
Buck Adventure, representations for 1 dollar will be discussed; when reading the book, The Lion’s Share,
fraction concepts will be demonstrated; and when reading the book, One is a Snail, Ten is a Crab, whole
number representations will be discussed.
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Enhance Your Middle School Mathematics Program with Online Simulations
(grades 6 – 8)
Thom O’Brien, ExploreLearning
Learn how online simulations help teachers take advantage of research-proven instructional strategies to
enhance middle-school mathematics instruction. Aligned to both the GPS and the Common Core, these
simulations allow teachers to turn their classrooms into mathematics laboratories. Students manipulate key
variables, generate and test hypothesis, and engage in extensive “what-if” experimentation. As a result, students
become able to think and reason mathematically, learning content and processes coincidentally.
Math 911
(grades 6 – 9)
Sandra Scroggins, Scroggins Mathematical Services
In this interactive session, teachers will learn strategies to increase mastery of key Georgia Performance
Standards in Mathematics. These strategies will not only enhance student achievement, but also reignite the
interests of students who have convinced themselves that math is complicated and oftentimes find completing
math related tasks unfathomable.
Family Math Nights
(grades PreK – 8)
Stephanie Shultz, ETA/Cuisenaire
In conjunction with a state-wide effort to improve test scores, this session will share wonderful ideas for
integrating math into everyday conversations and routines at home. You will learn how to set up a successful
Family Math Night for your classroom, school or system. Participants will have the opportunity to make and
take a couple of standards-based games and learn how to create activities easily for a classroom or Family Math
Night.
Area and Volume Models for Polynomial (and Integer) Operations
(grades 6 – 9)
Kathy Westbrock, Georgia College and State University, Joy Black, University of West Georgia,
Ashley Clody, Awtrey MS, & Craig Thompson, South Paulding MS
The Georgia Performance Standards for Math I specifically require students to use models for polynomial
arithmetic. These models can be used in earlier grades to perform operations on positive and negative integers,
find factors, solve simple one/two variable equations, while reinforcing geometric area and perimeter concepts.
Participants will learn how to use “AlgeBlocks” (ETA/Cuisenaire) through demonstrations and participation.
Middle school teachers will be present to discuss recent issues and successes with these models in their
classrooms.
YES We Can…Reason Algebraically
(grades K – college)
Virginia Wilcox & Angel Abney, Georgia College and Southern University
An examination of ways to address four areas of algebra to promote conceptual understanding, reasoning,
logical thought, conjectures, representations. A variety of activities, challenges, and practical classroom
algebraic reasoning ideas will be utilized in an engaging and challenging setting.
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Abracadabra! How the Examview Learning Series Can Save You Time and Make a Smile Appear on
Your Administrator’s Face!
(grades 3 – 12)
Jason Williams, Webster County Schools
This session will focus on using Examview Learning Series to create pretests, homework sets, benchmarks,
study guides, quizzes, unit tests, posttests, and final exams!! With several clicks of the mouse (not the rabbit),
you will have dynamic questions at DOK Level 1 and 2 already aligned to state standards!! We will also discuss
how to import questions into Examview and other tricks you can use!!
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Extended Sessions
Report from the Advanced Placement Calculus Exams
Marshall Ransom, Georgia Southern University
A review of the problems on the 2011 AP Calculus exams and a review of the grading process.
Report from the Advanced Placement Statistics Exam
A review of the problems on the 2011 AP Statistics exam and a review of the grading process.
Debbie Kohler, Woodstock HS, Lina Ellis, Homeschoolers Excelling in Greater Atlanta (HEGA),
Jill Kelly & David Dimsdale, Brookwood HS, & Jean Linner, Lassiter HS
Get More BANG for Your Bucks
(grades 6 – 12)
Gayle Herrington, Columbus State University
Kenneth Jones, Columbus Regional Mathematics Collaborative – Columbus State University
Come learn how to turn dollar store finds into tools that will enhance the teaching and learning of mathematics
in your classroom. You will be amazed to see how much bang you can get for your bucks.
PBS: America’s Largest Classroom
(grades PreK – college)
Amanda LeeVan, TeacherLine Southeast
PBS and its nearly 360 member stations are America's Largest Classroom. Experience the quality resources
available through Ready to Learn, PBS Kids, the NEW! PBS LearningMedia, TeacherLine, and Peer
Connection. PBS LearningMedia is a next-generation digital media platform for PreK-16 classrooms to help reimagine classroom learning, transform teaching, and creatively engage students. See what we have in MATH
instructional resources that help engage student interest, promote creativity and differentiate instruction.
Guided Math for Real Teachers
(grades K – 5)
Kathy Spruiell, Stripling ES
How can you get the most out of your math instruction? The answer is guided math instruction. Join us for this
session and explore grade level-specific tasks, resources, and strategies to incorporate all aspects of guided math
into your math class. Learn how to meet the individual math needs of your students and get the results you
want. Practical resources and tool kit provided to support real teachers and classrooms.
The Power of Bar Modeling: Applying Singapore Math Strategies at the Secondary Level
(grades 6 – 12)
Gregg Velatini & Dianna Spence, North Georgia College & State University
Singapore Math has become increasingly well-known and used in elementary school settings. As a result, more
students will arrive to middle school and high school with background in bar modeling, a powerful problem
solving technique. Find out how to extend this technique to visualize, conceptualize, and solve more advanced
problems that students encounter in middle and upper grades, including algebraic and geometric problems and
those involving fractions, ratios, and percents.
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Extended Sessions (continued)
Math Teachers’ Circle for Middle Grades and High School
Virginia Watson, Mary Garner, & Beth Rogers, Kennesaw State University
Angelique Smith-Hunt, The Champion Theme MS
A Math Teachers’ Circle is a network of mathematicians, middle school and high school mathematics teachers
who meet regularly to solve problems in a collaborative environment. Our purpose is to enhance the problem
solving skills and the enjoyment of math in schools throughout Georgia. We will demonstrate how a Math
Teachers' Circle is run and discuss how to join one of our circles or to start your own.
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Friday, 2:15 – 3:15 PM
Mastery-based Assessment in Mathematics and Statistics
Brad Bailey & Marnie Phipps, North Georgia College & State University
Each in-class exam is a different version of a final exam for the course. They are long enough to cover each
major topic discussed in the class and versions of the exam are not the same while they do cover the same
course topics in the same order. No partial credit is given for incorrect responses, but once a student has
answered a particular question correctly, he or she is not required to respond to that question on subsequent
exams. The lack of partial credit is mediated by allowing multiple attempts at the same material. Attendees will
be given examples of assessments from past courses, and will practice writing a mastery-based assessment for
one of their own classes.
How Do I Teach Math 1, 2, or 3 to Students Who Seem to Be Three or More Grade Levels Behind?
(grades 9 – 11)
Nelly Belinga-Hill, Manish Gupta, Corey Williams, & Jason Patterson, Martin Luther King JR HS
This team of high school teachers from DeKalb County will share successful strategies that have been
implemented in their classrooms such as station teaching, interactive notebooks, designing websites, vocabulary
activities, and reward systems.
Exploring Circle Theorems with Geometry Software
(9 – college)
Günhan Çağlayan, Columbus State University
This presentation will provide an exploration of a variety of circle theorems involving arcs, segments, chords,
tangents, and secants using geometry software such as Geometer’s Sketchpad or GeoGebra.
Address Foundational Math Skills as we Transition to Common Core Georgia Performance Standards
(grades 1 – 8)
Susan Cherry, Curriculum Associates LLC
Improve student mathematics abilities by focusing on 16 key foundational skills with emphasis on NCTM Focal
Points and Connections for grades 1 -8. Assess to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses and provide deep targeted
instruction in the areas where students struggle. Provide detailed guidance for the teacher on how to best
support struggling students thru a comprehensive teacher guide. Interactive White board activities engage
students and drive home understanding.
Problem Solving and Conceptual Understanding for Common Core Success
(grades K – 12)
Cathie Dillender, Pearson
The Common Core State Standards for Mathematics emphasize the importance of a focused and coherent
curriculum that not only develops conceptual understanding, but the ability of students to become successful
problem solvers. This session will provide an understanding of the foundations of the Common Core State
Standards and how they relate to teaching for understanding and implementing the Mathematical Practices for
success in problem solving.
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Making Number Make Sense
(grades PreK – 3)
Graham Fletcher, Hampton ES & Learner’s Advantage, Krystal Shaw, Rocky Creek ES,
Katie Breedlove, Mt. Carmel ES, & Christina Freeman, Stockbridge ES
Numbers are abstract, which is why many students have difficulty making sense of them. Incorporating a
Rekenrek allows students to discover number and number relationships in a way that makes sense to students.
Rekenreks are composed of 2 rods with ten beads on each rod (5red / 5white). Through modeling and
discussion of various numbers, students invent the strategies that are required in the building and decomposing
of number with relationships to 5 and 10!
Mathematical Minds - From Montessori School to a Public Liberal Arts University
Laurie Huffman & Stacy Schwartz, Georgia College
Faculty from the Departments of Early Childhood Education and Mathematics and Montessori of Macon
formed a learning community that focused on students’ mathematical transitions from 1st through 9th grade.
Building on the child’s aptitude for mathematics and guided by NCTM standards, this learning community
attempts to investigate the mathematical mind from first grade through college by studying children and young
adults, teacher practices, and research about mathematics and math education. Activities and readings in the
context of problem solving will be discussed.
Mathematics and Children’s Literature for Grades 3 – 5
Deborah McAllister, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Shirley McDonald, Ringgold MS
Children’s literature selections will be used to introduce mathematics activities that are aligned with standards.
When reading the book, The Quiltmaker’s Gift, line symmetry will be demonstrated and rotational symmetry
will be discussed in terms of fractions; when reading the book, The Fly on the Ceiling, coordinate plane
activities will be demonstrated; and when reading the book, The Warlord’s Puzzle, tangram activities will be
used to demonstrate fraction concepts.
The Reluctant Learner
(grades 4 – 8)
Jennifer Peek, A.S. Staley MS
You know the one: the student who appears not eager, willing, or ready to learn what you have to teach. So
what can you do to engage reluctant learner? With accountability at an all time high for teachers, it is a must to
get these students to meet the standards. How do reach them, how do you teach them? Strategies to take back to
your classroom!
Reading and Writing in Math: Satisfying the Process Standards Through Problem Solving
(grades K – 12)
Lorenzo Robinson, Instructional Coach for Mathematics, Fulton County Schools
The participants will utilize the problem-solving plan to work and talk through several examples. They will
discuss not only their answers but also their thinking. The goal is to see multiple approaches to solving the same
problems. They will also discuss the implications that this has on teaching, learning, and assessment.
Participants will be challenged to discuss exactly which process standards are satisfied by solving their
individual problems. All participants will receive a set of open-ended and real-world problems that can be used
immediately when they return to their classes.
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Interactive Math Centers – Grades 3 – 5
Crystal Ruffin & Kathryn Stewart, Glenn Hills ES
This session will provide teachers with creative ways to use math centers in their instruction. The centers
include activities that are great for differentiating instruction, reinforcement and lesson extensions. The teachers
will also be given great strategies to monitor students’ progress at the centers and keep the centers organized
and managed by students.
Differentiated Instruction (grades 6 – 8)
Loree Stapp, Smokey Road MS
This session is about a cutting edge idea that is being implemented in a Suburban Title I Middle School in GA
that uses a three-teacher inclusive math classroom in order to help close the achievement gap for at-risk and
students with disabilities. Technology is also used in the classroom to help differentiate the instruction. The
three-teacher math inclusive classrooms appear to be having a positive effect on the at-risk and students with
disabilities.
Reflect, Refine, Rinse, Repeat – Our Continuing Lesson Study Journey
(grades 9 – 12)
Brian Swanagan, Model HS
As part of the Knowles Science Teaching Foundation fellowship, other teaching fellows and I have been
encouraged to continually review and recreate lessons. Since we started in 2006, Danny Hahn and I have done a
LOT of thinking about parabolas. Come and join our lesson study journey, and get some ideas for what it could
look like at your school. Teachers will also come away with a usable lesson to introduce conic sections.
Making Math Look Like It's Not Math
(grades 6 – 10)
Rebekah Tucker, Gardner Newman MS
What do you do when your class is filled with students who hate math and a paraprofessional who is afraid of
it? Transform your classroom into an engaging environment of confident learners through simple, inexpensive
games.
How can I Juggle??
Solutions for Struggling Students and Teachers Seeking Help Teaching High School GPS Content
(grades 9 – 12)
Jason Williams, Webster County Schools
With the demanding GPS curriculum now in full effect, students and teachers are struggling while juggling the
concepts found in their high school math classes. Come and learn about a free resource that allows students to
recover failed math credits (for free at home and/or at school) and that allows teachers access to content that is
proven to teach, prepare, and allow students to be successful on the EOCTs and GHSGTs. You do not want to
miss this session – become a champion with your students and administrators!!!
Helping Children Build a Mathematical Foundation for Polynomial Long Division
(grades 6 – 10)
Woong Lim, Kennesaw State University
The presenter will discuss children’s models of division in early grades and illustrate how such models can
develop into a variety of techniques of long division in middle grades. The presenter will demonstrate how to do
long division of polynomials more conceptually and share student work samples. Teachers will have an
opportunity to discuss mathematical ideas on division and how it serves as a significant mathematical vehicle to
develop into advanced mathematical topics.
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Closing Session
Reasoning and Sense Making – From Game Shows?!?
David Hammett
Oakwood School, North Hollywood, CA
What lessons can twelve years of mathematical consulting with game show developers (on shows such as
Greed, Lingo, Friend or Foe, and Minute to Win It) teach us about the types of experiences that students would
benefit from most in our classrooms? Indeed, analyzing a game involves not only the clever use of
mathematical procedures, but also an element of problem formation that we often overlook during instruction.
We’ll discuss this using some lighthearted anecdotes involving some of your favorite game shows that will give
you not only a chuckle, but also some food for thought for the drive home.
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