The Importance of Problem Solving in the Math Classroom
When we think about math, really think about what mathematics is, we see patterns, relationships and structure in number, geometry and other branches as well.
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“It’s the Little Things”
It’s paying attention to the little things that makes a big difference. How do we get our students to see value in proof reading their work and answers?
Continue readingPictures from the 2016 Spring Conference
See pictures and video clips from the 2016 Spring Conference in Duluth
Continue readingMCTM Foundation Awards Spring Conference Grants
The MCTM Foundation was able to help 17 teachers from 10 different schools throughout Minnesota in attending the MCTM Spring Conference.
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Each spring we accept tax-deductible donations to the MCTM Foundation.
Continue readingMCTM BOOK SALE at Spring Conference – Get a Backpack
Be sure to stop by the BOOK SALE sponsored by the MCTM Foundation – just inside the Exhibit Hall.
Continue readingMCTM Executive Director Announcement
MCTM is happy to announce that Ellen Delaney has been selected and accepted the position as MCTM’s next Executive Director effective May 1, 2016.
Continue readingMy Arduino Adventure
Each year I try to introduce new technology that requires coding into my middle school STEM class. In researching what’s out there in the “maker/tinkerer” world, I was attracted to the Arduino as a means to “ignite” my STEM students about coding and electronics.
Continue readingBalancing the fear of ALL with the pursuit of ALL
This article is part 6 of an 8 article series highlighting 8 words in the MCTM Mission Statement highlighting the word ‘ALL’.
Continue readingMCTM Needs You!
MCTM needs volunteers to function. There are a variety of jobs that need to be filled and they vary from very short term commitments to positions on the Board of Directors.
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