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"The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing."
                                Albert Einstein

Workshop and Conference Presentations, Consulting, Web Development

Please direct questions to:  Roberts@MathBits.com

Workshops/Presentations:    Examples of past workshop topics are listed below.
Workshops:  Mathematical Topics
Examples of workshops we have conducted.
Math Levels: Intermediate Math, Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Algebra, Trig, Integrated Math, PreCalculus, and Calculus (including AP).  Workshops include the use of technology, graphing calculators, and manipulatives.
  • Resources for PreCalculus
  • ReBranding Jr. Math, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
  • NY Next Generation Math Changes
  • Rounding up Common Core-Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
  • Projecting Enthusiasm
  • Using Interactive On-line Materials
  • Energizing New Math Curricula
  • The New Adventures of the Old Algebra
  • The New Adventures of the Old Geo.
  • The New Adventures of Old Alg2 Trig
  • Math and the Movies: Part 1, Part II
  • Math From the Stars:  Star Trek and Star Wars (multimedia presentation)
  • Strategies for Motivating Skill Development and Applied Learning in Subject Specific Courses
  • Activities that will Energize Subject Specific Courses
  • Utilizing the MathBitsNotebook Web Site
  • Using Geometer's Sketchpad 4.0
  • Strategies for Teaching Advanced Placement Calculus
  • Using Math Manipulatives 5-12
  • Using Spreadsheets in Math
  • Using QUIA in Mathematics
  • Using the Internet to Teach Secondary Mathematics
  • Using a Laptop in Mathematics
  • Teaching Mathematics in Block Scheduling
  • Teacher Training for Applied CORD Mathematics 1, 2, 3

Workshops:  Computer Programming
  • Teaching Computer Programming at the High School Level: 
     Java, Microsoft Visual C++, Turbo C++ for
    DOS, QuickBASIC
  • Useful JavaScript for Educational Web Pages
  • Teaching Web Active High School Computer Science 
  • Programming the Graphing Calculator
Workshops:  TI Graphing Calculators
Examples of workshops we have conduced specifically for the Texas Instruments Graphing Calculators.
Included: specific use of the graphing calculator, related peripherals, related software, and subject area applications.
  • All levels of training on the "how to" use of Graphing Calculators (GC):
    TI-84+ family, 89 Titanium, 92+, Voyage 200, Nspire (CAS and non-CAS)
  • Using GC peripherals such as the CBL, CBL2, CBR, and Keyboard
  • Using GC Related Software
    TI-Connect, TI-Interactive, SmartVIEW, Nspire CAS/non-CAS software
  • Using TI-84+ family with NYNG
  • Using TI-Nspire with NYNG
  • Using TI-84+ family with CCLS
  • GC Activities (at various levels)
  • Using GC APPS
  • Integrating the Graphing Calculator into Subject Specific Courses
  • Classroom Activities for Using the Graphing Calculator
  • Preparing Classroom Materials Using the GC, Related Software and Peripherals.
  • Classroom Activities for Using the CBL and CBR in Subject Specific Courses.
  • Building and Using a GC Robot
  • Integrating TI-Interactive Software into the Classroom
  • Integrating APPS for the GC in Subject Specific Classes
  • Applied Learning with the GC
  • Using the CBL, CBR, and GC Robot in PreCalclus and Calculus
  • The Graphing Calculator as a Team Player - integrating GC, PowerPoint and Video Clips
  • Programming the Calculator

Workshops:  Educational Technology
  • Using the Internet to Teach Math
  • Using QUIA in Mathematics
  • Using Microsoft PowerPoint Software
  • Integrating PowerPoint in Mathematics
  • Using Microsoft Front Page Software
  • Using Adobe Dreamweaver Software
  • Developing Educational Web Pages  
  • Using Geometer's Sketchpad 4.+
  • Using a Laptop in Mathematics

Teachers Teaching with Technology
We work with Texas Instruments' T3 - Teachers Teaching with Technology professional development program on the use of
Texas Instruments' calculators, peripherals, and computer software in all levels of mathematics education.
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Consulting:  Examples of past consulting projects are listed below.   Web Development: Examples of present and past web sites we worked on developing.
Consulting Projects
  • Glencoe McGraw Hill Review Book Development, Mathematics
  • NY State Education Department Curricula Development "Secondary Mathematics:  Key Idea Module Development"
  • Southwestern Publishing Company Curricular Revision: Secondary (7-12) Mathematics
  • New York State Regents Exam Prep Center Interactive Curricula and Tutorial Development
  • Onondaga Community College
    New York Curricular Design Evaluation - Secondary Mathematics
  • NASA Curricula Evaluations Mathematics Curricular Standards Quilt
  • National Science Foundation
    Graphing Calculator Grant  - State University College at Oswego, NY
  • NY State Education Department Technology Grant Program, Recipient Selection Process
  • NASA Space Mathematics Grant - State University College at Oswego, NYNASA Research Study for Mathematical Materials and Technology
Web Development Projects
 
MathBits.com - Frederick and Donna Roberts
712 County Route 3, Fulton, New York 13069 (USA)   315-593-3726
e-mail: Roberts@MathBits.com    fax:  315-593-1350

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