CMC - South 2015: Full Schedule

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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8:30am PST

195: Orchestrating the FTC Conversation: Explore Prove Apply

We will use an inquiry-based approach to teach this central topic in Calculus: first generating the intuitive conceptual sense through targeted exploration; defining & proving; finally tapping into a rich mix of contexts and writing exercises.

EVALUATION POLL CODE: 4253

Speakers

Brent Ferguson

The Lawrenceville School

Ask me for a copy of my compilation of favorite mathy books. I'll have plenty with me throughout the weekend. : )I've taught for 20+ years in all HS course levels, in public and private, East coast and west, all-boys and coed. I now teach lots of Calculus and grade AP exams in June...it's... Read More →

FTC (CMC S 2015 Ferg) pptx

Bibliography Mathy (v3) pdf

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

8 - 12, AP Calculus

Strand AP Calculus
Strategies Asmt, STEM
Session Number 195
Location ( Hotel ) PSCC

8:30am PST

184: Conceptual to Procedural: Reversing Your Ideas of Inverse

What are the underlying concepts related to inverses? How can we link the conceptual to the procedural so strongly that if a student didnÕt remember the procedure they could come up with it because they know the concept so well? _x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Barbara Kuehl

author and consultant, Mathematics Vision Project/Open Up High School Math

Janet Sutorius

author and consultant, Mathematics Vision Project

We offer more than 200 rich tasks and they are free! If you are using the MVP curriculum or are interested in it, ask about professional development. Our professional development shows teachers how to use task-based instruction in their classroom. It embodies the 8 Teaching Practices... Read More →

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

9 - 12

Session Number I/SpEd
Location ( Hotel ) 184
Tags PSCC

10:30am PST

282: Be Careful What You Ask For! Questioning for Understanding

Conversations for learning are crucial for developing understanding. This session will outline the types of questions teachers can pose to tease out rich classroom discussions that lead to deeper understanding and procedural fluency._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Barbara Kuehl

author and consultant, Mathematics Vision Project/Open Up High School Math

Janet Sutorius

author and consultant, Mathematics Vision Project

Friday November 6, 2015 10:30am - 12:00pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite B

9 - 12

Location ( Hotel ) 282
Tags PSCC

1:30pm PST

370: Higher DOK Problems That Will Get Your Students Talking

Participants will be challenged with higher level Depth of Knowledge (DOK) problems that will require them to construct viable arguments & critique the reasoning of others. Learn how to find & make these types of challenging tasks.

EVALUATION POLL CODE: 10447

Speakers

Nanette Johnson

Teacher on Special Assignment, Mathematics, Downey USD

I am a math coach in Downey, California. I love learning, learning about learning.

Friday November 6, 2015 1:30pm - 3:00pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite B

8 - 12

Strategies Eq
Session Number 370
Location ( Hotel ) PSCC

1:30pm PST

383: Digging Into Mathematical Modeling (Insect Classification)

We will look deeply at a single mathematical modeling challenge. Different student approaches will be considered as participants experience the cycle of modeling. Basic data analysis is used to distinguish two species of biting insects._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Dan Teague

Instructor of Mathematics, NCSSM Durham

I have been on the faculty at NCSSM since 1982 and teaching mathematical modeling since 1986. I was the lead author of the high school chapter of the GAIMME report and served on the committee that created the AP Statistics course (Problem #6 was my contribution). I have represented... Read More →

Friday November 6, 2015 1:30pm - 3:00pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite B

9 - 12

Location ( Hotel ) 383
Tags PSCC

3:30pm PST

452: Classroom Dessert: Real Assessment IsnÕt What You Think

A fine meal is topped off by a carefully-crafted dessert; in the classroom, itÕs called Òassessment,Ó and it often lacks flavor. The authors of The Classroom Chef re-think how we assess our students, empowering them by tapping into their voice. _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.

Matt Vaudrey

Fontana USD

Matt Vaudrey draws upon years of experience with K-12 Math Education, as a teacher, instructional coach, and administrator. Off the clock, he advocates for students on the margins and builds confidence with teachers nationwide. His book, Classroom Chef, is available on Amazon, and... Read More →

Friday November 6, 2015 3:30pm - 5:00pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite B

G.I. 6 - 12

Session Number Asmt
Location ( Hotel ) 452
Tags PSCC

8:30am PST

585: Digging Into Mathematical Modeling (Insect Classification)

Speakers

Dan Teague

Instructor of Mathematics, NCSSM Durham

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

9 - 12

Location ( Hotel ) 585
Tags PSCC

8:30am PST

506: Transforming Your Class Culture to be Positive & Engaging

Using Three Key Ideas, you can Transform the Culture in your classroom. Build a team atmosphere welcoming mistakes and rewarding questioning. This consistent process will result in a dynamic learning environment and restore students’ love of math

EVALUATION POLL CODE: 13021

Speakers

Eric Shulman

Math Teacher, Irvine USD

Eric has worked at IUSD for the past 28 years. While he enjoyed his valuable experience working at the district office as a Teacher on Special Assignment, he is excited to be back in his role at UNI with the students. His role as a PLC Facilitator/Coach has been enriching and engaging... Read More →

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

PK-12

Strategies Eq, Asmt, Gift
Session Number 506
Location ( Hotel ) PSCC

10:30am PST

604: Balancing Conceptual Understanding Application and Procedural Fluency in a Common Core Classroom

Understanding what it means to have a balanced approach and the reality of implementing a balanced approach in a classroom are different. This presentation will briefly address the meaning of the elements of a balanced approach, conceptual understanding, application and procedural fluency, but the purpose of the session is to solidify what a balanced approach looks like in a Common Core classroom and to walk away with specific ideas to implement in a classroom to meet the needs of all students, including EL's. To accomplish this, participants will engage in center-type activities designed to address conceptual understanding, application, and procedural fluency while focusing on mathematical language and communication.. Discussions that keep in mind the “spirit of the standards” will culminate with the development of a sequence of the activities.

EVALUATION POLL CODE: 15828

Speakers

Nora Ramirez

Executive Director, TODOS: Mathematics for ALL

Saturday November 7, 2015 10:30am - 11:59am PST
PSCC-Mesquite B

PK - 5, FEATURED | Featured, FEATURED

Strand FEATURED
Strategies Eq, Tech, ELL
Session Number 604
Location ( Hotel ) PSCC
Tags Featured

10:30am PST

684: Create Deep Understanding of Trig with the Unit Circle

In this session, we will explore an alternative way to introduce trigonometry in Geometry by using the Unit Circle. We will look at current research and a history of teaching trig to create a deeper understanding of trigonometry for students._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Jon Southam

Tranformations Unit Youcubed pdf

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

9 - 12

Location ( Hotel ) 684
Tags PSCC

1:15pm PST

782: Trigonometry and the Ferris Wheel

This study of the motion of a Ferris Wheel provide a deeper understanding into amplitude, period, and phase shift, as well as compound motion. Classroom handouts will be provided._x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Alan Ladner

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

9 - 12

Location ( Hotel ) 782
Tags PSCC

3:15pm PST

870: Setting the Tone with the Mathematical Practices

Make problem-solving the norm in your classroom with tasks focused on developing the math practices in the first few weeks of school. We will explore tasks and strategies that get students thinking critically and collaboratively throughout the year.

EVALUATION POLL CODE: 28887

Speakers

Martha Barrett

Instructor/Supervisor, University of CA, Irvine

After 18 years of teaching math to middle school students and supporting math teachers at Irvine Unified School District, I am currently an instructor at UC-Irvine teaching an introductory course in science and math teaching. I am also supervising six single subject math teacher candidates... Read More →

Kristie Donavan

Math Teacher, Irvine Unified School District

Kristie has worked in Irvine Unified School District for 17 years, teaching all grade levels and math courses as a math teacher at Woodbridge High School and supporting teachers and students throughout the district as a math TOSA and mentor. She is a National Board Certified Teacher... Read More →

6 Sample Unit Outline pdf

8 Four Corners cards pdf

9 Expressions grouping cards pdf

10 Setting up Positive Norms in Math Class pdf

11 Design a Tent pdf

12 Secret Code pdf

13 Two Scoops of Ice Cream pdf

14 Decimals Maze pdf

15 Having Kittens pdf

CMC Presentation slides pdf

Saturday November 7, 2015 3:15pm - 4:45pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite B

6 - 12

Session Number 870
Location ( Hotel ) PSCC

3:15pm PST

851: Understanding A Deep Number Structure via Doubling

In this session participants will engage first in an investigation into the structure of numbers through a process of doubling. One of Humanity's earliest models for multiplying will be examined within the context of a "magic trick." _x000B__x000B_EVALUATION POLL CODE:

Speakers

Christopher Brownell

Saturday November 7, 2015 3:15pm - 4:45pm PST
PSCC-Mesquite B

G.I. 6 - 12

Session Number ELL
Location ( Hotel ) 851
Tags PSCC