inspiring mathematical thinking series
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Oct. 6 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Registration: http://bit.ly/InspiringMath1Mental math is the gateway to excellent number sense and estimation skills which are required in the CCSSM. Learn several unique, powerful strategies along with visual explanations that make mental arithmetic a breeze for students. Also, get hands-on demonstrations of games and puzzles that help students build mathematical reasoning skills while having fun. Mental math strategies increase both your students’ working memory and confidence in their mathematical abilities. All grade levels welcome to attend, but most relevant to grades 1-7.
Oct. 29 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Registration: http://bit.ly/InspiringMath2Learn 8 critical problem solving strategies that every student must know to become perseverant problem solvers. Take away problem solving guides and templates that students can use to develop and explain their thinking. Also, learn a powerful framework for presenting rich math problems that gets students engaged and intrinsically motivated. In addition to providing several treasure troves of wonderful, rich problems, learn how to take standard word problems and turn them into perplexing problems that students will love. All grade levels welcome to attend, but most relevant to grades 1-7.
Inspiring Mathematical Thinking SeriesInstructor: Dr. Raj Shah of Math Plus Academy
Session 1: Using Mental Math and Games to Build Number Sense for All Students
Session 2: Getting Students to Persevere in Problem Solving — Yes, You Can!
Member Rate: $149Nonmember Rate: $179
Cost per session
Dr. Shah is a life-long lover of math who graduated from Dublin Coffman HS and went on to earn his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Illinois. After working nine years at Intel, Dr. Shah quit his job in 2008 to pursue his passion of introducing kids to the wonder of mathematics and teaching them to think rather than just memorize. Since then, Dr. Shah has been building curriculum that develops problem-solving skills, builds confidence, and sparks curiosity. For questions about these workshops, email him at [email protected].
Dr. Raj Shah
Lunch is on own
Ashland Graduate Credit option: 1-hour Ashland Graduate Creditoption for attending 2 full days - $249.
For questions, contact Sandy Denney at 614.542.4111 or [email protected]
Nov. 20 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Registration: http://bit.ly/InspiringMath3So many students are visual learners and the ability to “see” math can be the difference between success and failure. This workshop will demonstrate how pictures can make some of the most difficult problems and proofs elementary. Learn how to help students draw their own pictures and diagrams to make sense of mathematical problems. All grade levels welcome to attend, but most relevant to grades 1-7.
Session 3: Seeing and Learning Math through Pictures