Massachusetts Intel Mathematics Initiative (MIMI)
MA DESE Sponsored Professional Development Institute
Location:
Framingham State University
Intended Audience:
K - 9 teachers, teacher leaders, and coaches of mathematics
*Please note: priority being given to educators from high needs districts as well as special educators from all districts.
Prerequisites:
Description:
None
This 80-hour institute focuses on a conceptual understanding of arithmetical operations (and fractions) for the first half of
the course and foundational algebra (linear functions) for the second half, with the relationship of arithmetic, geometry, and
algebra highlighted throughout the course. All topics are taught using a variety of problem solving strategies and technology
resources that relate directly to the K - 9 mathematics classroom with 10% of the course devoted to pedagogical connections.
Dates:
July 8 - 11, July 15 - 18, and July 22 - 24, 2013
Registration Fee:
No Fee
# of PDPs / Graduate
Credit:
120 PDP’s or 6 credits from Framingham State University at $75/credit
Provider:
Regional Science Resource Center at UMASS Medical School
For questions,
contact:
Sandra Mayrand
sandra.mayrand@umassmed.edu
508-856-5097
To APPLY for this
institute:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MIMI2013
Funding provided by MA DESE
Increasing Accessibility to Algebra & Geometry for ALL Students
MA DESE Sponsored Professional Development Institute
Location:
Mashpee High School, Mashpee MA
Intended
Math and special education teachers of grades 5 through 10
Audience:
Priority will be given to educators from high needs districts as well as special educators from all districts.
Prerequisites: None
Description:
This institute offers foundational math content and pedagogical strategies for general education, inclusion and special education
teachers of grades 5 through 10. It strengthens teachers' understanding of relationships between concepts in geometry and
algebra. Teachers will learn universal design strategies and techniques to increase accessibility of rigorous mathematics to a broad
range of learners.
Dates &
Summer Sessions: Tuesday, July 30 - Friday, August 2 and Monday, August 5 - Wednesday, August 7 (8:30am - 3:00pm each day)
Times:
Fall Follow-up Session: Saturday, October 19 (9:30am – 11:30am)
Materials
TI-84+ Graphing Calculator, NCTM Differentiating Instruction Book, Algebra Resource Book, NCTM Journal, Classroom Materials
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and more!
Receive:
Registration
No Fee
Fee:
Funding provided by MA DESE
# of PDPs /
67.5 PDPs will be awarded for institute completion or 3 graduate course credits through Fitchburg State University with an
Graduate
additional fee of $275
Credit
Provider:
Regional Science Resource Center at UMass Medical School
For
contact:
Wendy Cleaves
wendy.cleaves@umassmed.edu
508-856-5348
To APPLY for
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/IAAGMashpee
questions,
this
institute:
Teaching Advanced Mathematical Decision Making
MA DESE Sponsored Professional Development Institute
Location:
Intended
Audience:
Cameron Middle School, Framingham MA
High School Mathematics Teachers who will be teaching the Advanced Mathematical Decision Making course in SY 2013-14
Prerequisites:
Strong interest in studying high level applications
Description:
This institute will prepare teachers to implement Advanced Mathematical Decision Making (AMDM) during the 2013-14 school
year. AMDM is a mathematics course designed to follow Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. It involves the use of algebra,
geometry, trigonometry, and discrete mathematics to model a range of situations and solve problems in diverse areas such as
statistics and financial mathematics. The institute facilitators, including experienced AMDM teachers, will help participants to
develop the unique combination of mathematical content as well as pedagogical skills called for in implementing AMDM. Although
the mathematical content of the course is rigorous, teachers enthusiastic about learning contextual mathematical ideas using the
standards of mathematical practice aligned with the newly adopted common core mathematics frameworks are encouraged to
enroll. Participants will be expected to attend two follow-up days, participate in a facilitated online community, and have access to
a wide range of web resources.
Dates:
Registration Fee:
August 5 - 9, 2013 and 2 fall days TBD
No Fee
# of PDP’s /
Graduate Credit:
Provider:
67.5 PDPs or 3 graduate credits from Worcester State University at $100/credit
For questions,
contact:
Sandra Mayrand
Sandra.Mayrand@umassmed.edu
508-856-5097
To APPLY for this
institute:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/AMDM2013
Funding provided by MA DESE
Regional Science Resource Center at UMass Medical School
MTEL Prep Course for High School Mathematics
Location:
Regional Science Resource Center, Shrewsbury MA
Intended Audience:
Teachers seeking the Mathematics (09) licensure for grades 9 – 12
Course description:
This is a review course designed to help prepare teachers to take the high school mathematics portion of the MTEL (Massachusetts Tes
Licensure). The course will be taught by Nancy Swanson, a math teacher and facilitator retired from Leominster Public Schools.
Dates and Times:
Classes will be held on the following Monday and Thursday mornings from 9:00am to 12:30pm for 6 sessions:
July 29
August 1
Registration Fee:
August 5
August 8
August 12
August 15
$400.00 per participant
Purchase Orders, personal checks, and money orders are accepted.
# of PDP’s
To register, contact:
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Wendy Cleaves
wendy.cleaves@umassmed.edu
508-856-5348