Events of June 2011
- Fermi Math Circle
- Jun 2, 2011 – Aug 13, 2011
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During this weekly Math Circle, we learned about many ways mathematics
is used to model the real world. After participating in mini-modeling
experiences, students chose their own topics and created mathematical
models to investigate them. Topics included modeling how traffic flow
is impacted by stop lights, the relationship between baking soda and
amount of rise in cookies, the impact of social welfare programs on
the economy of Venezuela, stability of trees during storms, pet
ownership, contrasting credit card incentive programs, and the impact
of business tax rates on Indiana's overall tax revenue (business and
income taxes combined). This program was for students with some
knowledge of algebra who have long attention spans and an interest in
engaging in mathematical conversation.
- Math and Technology Academy
- Jun 9, 2011 – Aug 31, 2011
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The Math and Technology Academy is a free program open to the
public. Students of all ages can get help with homework, work on
a guided independent study project, or try one of our hands-on
math activities.
- South Bend Community School Corporation Consulting and Professional Development
- Jun 15, 2011 – Aug 31, 2011
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Working with administrators, curriculum leaders, and teachers, we
identified ways to strengthen math instruction for students at many
schools in South Bend. We also led many hands-on math workshops for
primary and intermediate center teachers.
- Notre Dame Research Experience For Teachers
- Jun 20, 2011 – Aug 22, 2011
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During late June and all of July, we partnered with the University of
Notre Dame to offer a Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program
in mathematical modeling. The overall purpose of the course was to
introduce math teachers to a range of mathematical models, and to
examine modeling requirements in the new Common Core State Standards
for high school mathematics. After exploring a range of types of
mathematical models, teachers worked in groups to create their own
models on a topic of their choice. The course included 20 three-hour
sessions, seven lunch presentations and discussion sessions with
participants from other disciplines, and creating presentations for
the RET@ND Symposium.
