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CMSCE 2008-2009 Workshops
The Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Education

Title: NJ ASK 7, 8 - Data Analysis, Probability, Discrete Math, Patterns and Algebra
Course ID #: 012609

Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Date: Monday, January 26, 2009
Location: CMSCE lab
Cost: $195
Presenter(s): Roberta Rim
Audience: Grade 7-8 Teachers, Administrators, Supervisors, Technology Specialists, CST Members, Special Ed Teachers

Description:
This workshop will provide participants with the tools to create a learning environment where students are actively involved, solving meaningful problems, and working together to acquire knowledge. Practical strategies for success in responding to open-ended questions, hands-on activities, and the use of technology will enhance your instruction in the Data Analysis, Probability, Discrete Math, Patterns, Algebra clusters of the mathematics curriculum to excite your students about learning mathematics and improve standardized test scores.

Objectives:
  • To increase student motivation and participation
  • To improve student performance on math assessments
  • To make learning math exciting and fun
  • To provide on-line resources for multiple-choice and open-ended questions to help students increase their performance on standardized tests
  • To provide hands-on activities and games to both introduce and review concepts for the state assessment

  • Benefits:
  • 5 professional development hours
  • free eBoard for one year
  • Extensive handout with ready to use activities and links to websites
  • Return to the classroom with exciting new ideas and resources to help motivate your students and improve performance

  • Click here to REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP!