Conference on CAS in Secondary Mathematics

Computer algebra systems (CAS) have the potential to revolutionize mathematics education at the secondary level. They do for algebra & calculus what calculators do for arithmetic: simplifying expressions, solving equations, factoring, taking derivatives, and much more!

Attend the FIFTH U.S. Conference on CAS in Secondary Mathematics
Come explore the future of mathematics education

• Discover how secondary and middle school teachers are using CAS in their own xclassrooms.
• Get classroom tested ideas developed for CAS-enhanced classrooms.
• Learn what other countries are doing with CAS.
• Interact with prominent CAS pioneers from the USA and beyond.

WHEN: xSaturday, June 28, 2008 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM
xxxxxxxxSunday, June 29, 2008 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

WHERE: xNew Trier High School (Northfield Campus)
xxxxxxxxx7 Happ Road Northfield, IL 60093 (approximately 20 miles from O'Hare Airport)

COST: xxxRegistration: $195 (before May 2, 2008) $250 (after May 2, 2008)
xxxxxxxxx(Fee includes continental breakfast, box lunch, snack, and conference shirt)

xxxxxxxxxOptional Saturday dinner and entertainment details will be posted online

HOTEL: x  Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, Northbrook IL.
xxxxxxxxx$119/night conference rate available until June 5, 2008
xxxxxxxxx(rate available for reservations June 26 to June 28, 2008)
xxxxxxxxxBook directly online at http://cwp.marriott.com/chinb/meecas/
xxxxxxxxxor http://cwp.marriott.com/chinb/usacas/
xxxxxxx 1-800-468-3571 Mention group code "USACAS" or "MEECAS"

HOW: xxxOn-line registration, updates, and hotel information available beginning
xxxxxxxxxFebruary 2008 at http://meecas.org

For more information or questions,
contact: Ilene Hamilton <ihamilton@district125.k12.il.us>
Dan Hall <dhall@elmhurst205.org>
Pat Bowler-Johnson bowlerjp@newtrier.k12.il.us

 

Future LATM Conference Dates

2008 LATM – November 5-7, Baton Rouge, Hilton Capitol Center and River Center

NCTM has released the Curriculum Focal Points for Pre-K through 8th Grade.The Curriculum Focal Points are the most important mathematical topics for each grade level. They comprise related ideas, concepts, skills, and procedures that form the foundation for understanding and lasting learning.

Free Explorations Activities !

Go to Classroom Activities at
http://education.ti.com

TI-10, TI-15, TI-73, TI- 83, TI-84
Exploration Books and Activities
are now available online for free download for Texas Instruments calculators for Elementary through
High School in Mathematics and Science.

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NCTM suggested sites for teacher information

Mike's Math Club: a curriculum enrichment program that shows elementary students how math can be useful and entertaining.

ESPN Sportsfigures is an innovative tool used to increase students' interests and provide them with lessons that cover different aspects of mathematics and physics.
sportsfigures.espn.com/sportsfigures/index.htm

The Biz World curriculum builds on academic standards as students work in teams to start and run their own small businesses in a simulated bracelet industry.

The Problem of the Week offers challenging problems for elementary school, middle school, high school, and advanced mathematics students.
www.wits.ac.za./ssproule/pow.htm

Brain Teasers helps students in grades 3-8 develop problem solving skills.