Register now for Nebraska Math & Science Summer Institutes (NMSSI) courses and apply for a fellowship. Visit http://scimath.unl.edu/NMSSI for a complete list of courses and for information on how to register. Continue reading…
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It is no secret that Nebraska is one of only five states that has not adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The Omaha World-Herald recently published an article citing arguments from experts on both sides of the issue. Read the article and tell us what you think in our online poll.
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Math in the Middle Cohort 2 and Noyce Master Teaching Fellow Dan Schaben is a busy guy! Besides teaching dual-credit courses at Arapahoe Public School and McCook Community College, Dan teaches via Polycom for other institutions, coaches track and has become a renowned expert in Geogebra. Continue reading…
We are pleased to announce that due to popular demand, MATH 800P: Number and Operation for K-3 Math Specialists, the first course in the Primarily Math program, will also be offered in Omaha from July 15-19 (Class # 3262, Sec # 951). All elementary teachers are welcome.
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/nmssiNeed help financing your graduate education? Through the "Enhancing Excellence in Teaching Program," the Nebraska Department of Education offers forgivable loans for teachers pursuing a graduate degree in subjects designated as areas of shortage in the state of Nebraska. Continue reading…
Megan Kelly, a graduate of Math in the Middle in Cohort 2, is pleased to report that she is breast-cancer free! Visit Megan's website created by her friends and family to read her announcement about her last radiation treatment on March 18: http://miracleformegan.wordpress.com. Continue reading…
To help prepare teachers for classes in statistics, NCTM and the American Statistical Association are calling on universities and school administrators across the country to provide high-quality training and professional-development opportunities. Continue reading…
GeoGebraTube is the official repository of GeoGebra constructions and GeoGebra related resources. Check it out at: http://www.geogebratube.org/ Continue reading…
"The MetLife Survey of the American Teacher: Challenges for School Leadership" examines the views of teachers and principals on the responsibilities and challenges facing school leaders and implementation of the Common Core State Standards for college and career readiness. Continue reading…
"Meet the Promise of Content Standards: The Principal" explores the critical role the principal plays in implementing the Common Core standards. It outlines five key priorities principals address in any transformational change. Continue reading…
Achieve, in partnership with College Summit, the NASSP and the NAESP, has released a series of action briefs on the role of school counselors, secondary school leaders, and elementary leaders in the implementation of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Continue reading…
Nominate a person or organization for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM), which demonstrate excellence in mentoring individuals from groups that are underrepresented in STEM education and in the workforce in STEM fields. Continue reading…
To prepare your students for success, NCTM's Interactive Institute on High School Mathematics offers a variety of activities and tactics to effectively address the common core mathematical practices and NCTM process standards. This workshop is Aug. 1-3 in Washington, D.C. Continue reading…
Developing Essential Understanding of Statistics for Teaching Mathematics in Grades 6-8 focuses on essential knowledge for mathematics teachers about statistics. There is also a book for Grades 9-12. Continue reading…
Algebra is a key to college readiness, better employment and overall success for students. But many students lack the fundamental knowledge and skills to succeed in algebra. Join NCTM in New Orleans, July 8-10, for an Interactive Institute for grades 6 to 8 educators. Continue reading…
Illuminations has resources that promote algebraic thinking at every level. Check out this suite of sweet apps that promote algebraic thinking. Continue reading…
Join NCTM in New Orleans for this new Interactive Institute focused on number and operations. This Institute enables participants to understand the importance of the development of a sense of number with a particular focus on conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and applications. Continue reading…