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CMC - South 2015

Welcome to California Mathematics Council - South’s 2015 Annual Conference Program!
This year’s conference is in Fabulous Palm Springs, Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7!
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CMC-S Annual Conference Program Committee

8:30am PST

110: Analyzing Strong Math Instructional Practices through Video

Classroom observations can be a powerful tool to build understanding of strong mathematical instructional practices. Come learn about and explore free comprehensive PD modules centered around exemplar moments captured in video. _x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Barbara Beske

Shelbi Cole

Student Achievement Partners

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Friday November 6, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
PSCC-Mesquite G

Location ( Hotel ) 110
Tags PSCC

8:30am PST

111: Model Classrooms: Innovating with Technology and Mathematics

Use technology to deepen mathematical understanding for all students. Explore our model classrooms as a vehicle for sharing best practices with technology. Learn strategies and tools to spark student discourse in a technology rich environment._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Michael Akins

Lisa Waide

Friday November 6, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
PSCC-Smoke Tree E

Location ( Hotel ) 111
Tags PSCC

8:30am PST

112: Create Dynamic Digital Learning Experiences with Google

Learn to use Google Apps and a LMS to package instruction and authentic assessment, virtual field trips, Math in 3 Acts... into rich learning experiences for students. Capitalize on technology resources to engage students in a productive struggle._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Cherie Brown

Julie Schultz

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CMC South 2015 Addition and Subtraction What's the Difference? pdf

Friday November 6, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
PSCC-Smoke Tree F

Session Number Asmt
Location ( Hotel ) 112
Tags PSCC

8:30am PST

113: Fostering Problem Solving

The 1st SMP is for students to make sense of problems and preserve. Engaging a heterogeneous class in problem solving and perseverance is the most difficult challenge for teachers. Strategies, materials and tools for problem solving will be shared._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

David Foster

Executive Director, Silicon Valley Mathematics Initiative

David Foster is the executive director of the Silicon Valley Mathematics Initiative (SVMI) comprised of over 160 member districts in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Besides the intensive work in California, SVMI consults across the country including New York, Illinois, Massachusetts... Read More →

Friday November 6, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
Renaissance-Madera

Location ( Hotel ) 113
Tags Renaissance

8:30am PST

114: Design Thinking To Spark Creativity and Deeper Understanding

ÒDesign ThinkingÓ is a platform to discover and solve problems. Students can use it to dive deeply into problems, develop unique solutions, and learn the math content. We will share our structure for creating standards-based design thinking projects._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Ellen Crews

Teacher & Design Lead, Vista Unified School District

Angela Townsend

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Friday November 6, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
Renaissance-Mojave Lrng Ctr

Session Number Asmt
Location ( Hotel ) 114
Tags Renaissance

8:30am PST

116: Mathematics + Integrated ELD = Access and Deep Understanding

Do you need to ignite your math support for English Learners? Deepen your understanding of CA Integrated and Designated ELD and discuss strategies to provide access for all students. Spark your thinking as you design an Integrated ELD lesson._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Christine Roberts

Mathematics Staff Development and Curriculum Specialist, Tulare County Office of Education

I have a passion for teaching and learning mathematics. Discovering how others think about and approach problems interests me. I love to hear mathematical thinking from students to better understand how they see and do mathematics.

Stephanie Verners

Math Consultant, Tulare County Office of Education

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Friday November 6, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
Renaissance-Santa Rosa

Session Number ELL
Location ( Hotel ) 116
Tags Renaissance

10:30am PST

210: Square Progression

Square is introduced in math at the elementary school, and then continue to middle school math, and eventually to Calculus. What are the progressions of the square to help students make the connections?_x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Anna Kwak

Secondary Math Instructional Specialist, Azusa USD

Maria Sims

Friday November 6, 2015 10:30am - 12:00pm PST
Hard Rock-Roxy One

Location ( Hotel ) 210
Tags Hard Rock

1:30pm PST

310: Student Self Assessment for Deeper Understanding

In this session participants will be explore tools and protocols for student self-assessment that support deeper understanding. Samples of rubrics, learning continuums, and learning-intention reflections will be available to examine._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Mindy Shacklett

Mathematics coordinator, San Diego COE

Friday November 6, 2015 1:30pm - 3:00pm PST
Hard Rock-Palladium South

Session Number Asmt
Location ( Hotel ) 310
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1:30pm PST

311: Six Essential Expectations for Effective Math Instruction

Successful leaders know what to look for and promote in instruction. Explore 6 essential expectations for deep and effective mathematics instruction emphasizing the math practices and the content they support to increase student achievement for all._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Dr. Juli Dixon, Alex and Jessica Dixon

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Friday November 6, 2015 1:30pm - 3:00pm PST
Renaissance-Chino A

Session Number Asmt
Location ( Hotel ) 311
Tags Renaissance

3:30pm PST

410: Promoting Productive Discourse = Deeper Mathematics Learning

Participants will engage in activities that promote mathematical discourse and discuss how these support deeper learning for all students. Resources for tasks that support discourse and ideas for classroom discourse norms will be shared._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Dr. Mark Ellis

Professor, CSU Fullerton

Mark Ellis taught mathematics in grades 6-12 in northern California public schools for six years, becoming a National Board Certified Teacher in 1999. Mark is an author of Reimagining the Mathematics Classroom: Creating and Sustaining Productive Learning Environments from the National... Read More →

Craig McJunkin

Friday November 6, 2015 3:30pm - 5:00pm PST
Renaissance-Madera

Location ( Hotel ) 410
Tags Renaissance

8:30am PST

510: Strategies to Help Struggling Students Become Algebra Ready

The journey to math proficiency can be a challenge for many learners. Algebra readiness through deeper learning creates the ultimate condition for students to succeed but how can teachers empower these struggling students to achieve with confidence?_x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Matthew Cash

Kelly Urlacher

Curriculum Designer, DreamBox Learning

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Saturday November 7, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
Hard Rock-Palladium North

Session Number Asmt, I/SpEd
Location ( Hotel ) 510
Tags Hard Rock

8:30am PST

511: Where's the Math?

A researcher observed: ÒIn U.S. lessons, I see students and I see the teacher. I have trouble finding the mathematics.Ó Doing math is a thrilling adventure that too few students experience. Come learn strategies for making math happen in your class._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Zack Miller

Saturday November 7, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
PSCC-Mesquite C

Location ( Hotel ) 511
Tags PSCC

8:30am PST

512: Starting A Math Fight

You have a wealth of free resources available to you and a breadth of people who are willing to help. Join us for a session that will get students arguing, thinking, and challenging the way that they think about math._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

John Stevens

Chaffey JUHSD

John is an instructional math and technology coach in Southern California. He is the author of Table Talk Math and co-author of The Classroom Chef, blogs about his passions at http://fishing4tech.com, and would love to create more opportunities for kids to love mathematics.

Saturday November 7, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
PSCC-Mesquite G

Session Number ELL
Location ( Hotel ) 512
Tags PSCC

8:30am PST

513: Algebra: Why is it destroying America

Students aren't failing Algebra. Algebra is failing students! We will discuss how the typical algebra courses are harming not just individual students, but society and the economy as well. WeÕll share data and discuss solutions._x000B__x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Patrick Callahan

Co-Director of the California Mathematics Project, Callahan Consulting

I'm a mathematician who is passionate about making the world a better place by improving mathematics education for all students and teachers. I am the statewide co-director of the California Mathematics Project and have recently founded a consulting company to help teachers, administrators... Read More →

Saturday November 7, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
Renaissance-Madera

Location ( Hotel ) 513
Tags Renaissance

8:30am PST

514: Lesson Study to Build Social Justice Goals

Lesson study is a dynamic professional development activity to help students develop deeper understanding about mathematics and social justice. Effective lesson design and observation protocols are a part of this interactive session._x000B__x000B__x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Linda M Fulmore

Saturday November 7, 2015 8:30am - 10:00am PST
Renaissance-Pueblo A

Location ( Hotel ) 514
Tags Renaissance

10:30am PST

610: Debate That! Sparking Engagement Through Debate in Math

Imagine: Debate (a humanities class staple) as an integral part of your math class! It can increase student achievement and understanding, enriching your classroom. Come learn techniques for creating a healthy math-debating classroom at any level._x000B__x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Chris Luzniak

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Saturday November 7, 2015 10:30am - 12:00pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite G

Session Number Asmt
Location ( Hotel ) 610
Tags PSCC

10:30am PST

611: Create & Engage: Math Lessons with Multimedia

Bring your electronic device and learn to create your own Blendspace lessons with videos, text, links, images, and quizzes. Share newly created lessons with students and colleagues. This web-based platform is free and easy to use with any curriculum._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Lori Bluemel

Saturday November 7, 2015 10:30am - 12:00pm PST
PSCC-Smoke Tree D

Location ( Hotel ) 611
Tags PSCC

10:30am PST

612: Using Metacognition to Develop Growth Mindset

Explicitly teaching students to know when learning is occurring gives greater access to a growth mindset and deeper understanding of math. Link metacognition with growth mindset and take strategies/resources that can be embedded into your curriculum_x000B__x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Nick Cannis

Professional Development Specialist, Moreno Valley USD

I was a math teacher at Moreno Valley High School for 9 years and now find myself helping teachers to better their craft. I have an interest in mindset and metacognition as a great influence in preparing all learners, no matter the age, for any situation he/she may experience. I believe... Read More →

Saturday November 7, 2015 10:30am - 12:00pm PST
Renaissance-Cactus

Session Number Asmt
Location ( Hotel ) 612
Tags Renaissance

10:30am PST

613: Co-Plan Go Teach: Maximize Teachers' Collaborative Nature

Explore notice & wonder and five practices that promote mathematical discourse. Participants will experience and create a platform for engaging discussions, creativity, teamwork, and enthusiasm for teaching math in new and exciting ways._x000B__x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Gina Barnes

Kim Webb

Mathematics Consultant, Tulare County Office of Education

Saturday November 7, 2015 10:30am - 12:00pm PST
Renaissance-Santa Rosa

Location ( Hotel ) 613
Tags Renaissance

10:30am PST

614: Math Ed Advocacy Strategies for Parents & Key Stakeholders

Learn strategies for identifying key messages, mathematics mythbusting and using social media, online resources & live presentations to effectively communicate deeper understanding of mathematics to parents and other key education stakeholders._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Marianne Smith

Saturday November 7, 2015 10:30am - 12:00pm PST
Renaissance-Ventura

Location ( Hotel ) 614
Tags Renaissance

1:15pm PST

710: Coherence of Ratios & Proportions Through Student Thinking

Come explore student strategies to solve division and fraction problems lending themselves to topics of ratios & proportions. These sense making strategies provide a lens to deeper understanding of coherence of proportional reasoning._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Brandon McMillan

UCLA Mathematics Project

Theodore Sagun

Whittier City SD

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Saturday November 7, 2015 1:15pm - 2:45pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite C

Location ( Hotel ) 710
Tags PSCC

1:15pm PST

711: Rhythm and Dance Mathematics

Whole-body rhythm activities and clapping games help us gain insight into number properties and patterning. Engage students and explore ways to extend these ideas using four basic operations: addition, multiplication, tessellation, and permutation!_x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Karl Schaffer

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Progression of Place Value (K 3 condensed) pdf

Saturday November 7, 2015 1:15pm - 2:45pm PST
Renaissance-Ventura

Location ( Hotel ) 711
Tags Renaissance