Teaching Geometry with The Geometer’s Sketchpad
X307.6 (2 semester units in Education)
This online, moderated course instructs in the use of The Geometer’s Sketchpad software for teaching mathematics, particularly high school geometry. In addition to instruction in how to use the software, the course offers you pedagogical guidance on how to use Sketchpad in your classroom, and promotes a discussion of how dynamic geometry affects the teaching and learning of mathematics.
Presented in collaboration with Key Curriculum Press.
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Mon. May 19, Online
MELISSA BURKHEAD has been teaching high school mathematics for thirteen years. Her varied experience includes five years in Mexico City, two years in El Paso public schools, three years in the Austin magnet school program, and three years in the Episcopal school system. She currently teaches geometry and BC Calculus to techno-savvy students at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, a wireless, laptop campus. In addition to classroom teaching, she presents for the College Board and Key Curriculum Press, and contributes to curriculum development for high school educators associated with the University of Texas at Austin.
CHRIS MONAHAN, M.A.T., has been teaching high school mathematics in New York for over 30 years. He also has over 20 years of experience teaching at the college level, including four years preparing pre-service teachers to use technology effectively in the classroom. Monahan is a T3 National Instructor, is a presenter for the College Board, and has been using Geometer's Sketchpad for more than 15 years.
- Online course: Internet access required
- May 19 to July 6
- $220 (EDP 204461)
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Mon. June 9, Online
VIVA MARIE HATHAWAY has been teaching in the classroom for 17 years. She is the recipient of the National Board Certification in Adolescent and Young Adulthood Mathematics and the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. In addition, she has presented nationally for 14 years at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics as well as at the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. She currently teaches high school mathematics at Norview High School, Norfolk Public Schools, where she teaches AP Statistics, Algebra II, and Geometry, and has been a team leader for five years.
STEVE LARSEN is a high school mathematics teacher at Century High School in Rochester, Minnesota. His prior experience includes teaching mathematics in Ewa Beach, Hawaii and in Brandon, Minnesota. In recent years, his focus has been on teaching geometry and he has begun to implement Geometer's Sketchpad as a teaching tool.
ELIZABETH HICKS, B.S., earned her bachelor's degree in mathematics from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania. She has over twenty years of experience teaching mathematics at the high school and college level and is the mathematics chairperson at her school. She has taught with the Geometer's Sketchpad for many years and incorporates technology into her lessons on a regular basis.
- Online course: Internet access required
- June 9 to July 27
- $220 (EDP 204479)
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Mon. June 23, Online
WILLIAM CURTIS JAMES, M.A., is a professional mathematics teacher dedicated to lifelong learning for both students and adults. He earned his degree from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, and has many years of experience instructing geometry and The Geometer’s Sketchpad.
REBECCA BREWER GREENFELD, B.S., M.A., holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics and a master's in the art of teaching. She has been using these degrees to successfully teach at the high school and adult education levels. Her philosophy is to include technology as a method of diversifying the mathematics curriculum and assist students in gaining a better understanding of mathematical concepts.
PAUL WELCH, M.S.E., is a second career mathematics teacher who had a previous life as a technology sales professional. He earned his degrees from State University New York at Potsdam, and IONA College. He currently teaches high school in Stamford, Connecticut, where he resides with his wife and two daughters. Integrating technology (especially The Geometer's Sketchpad) into the curriculum and fractals are his top interests.
- Online course: Internet access required
- June 23 to Aug. 10
- $220 (EDP 204487)
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Mon. July 14, Online
MARY FROHNA has been a math teacher for five years, focusing mainly on geometry and advanced algebra. She has taken many opportunities to learn about technology and its applications in the classroom, including over seven years of experience using Geometer's Sketchpad.
ELIZABETH HICKS, B.S., earned her bachelor's degree in mathematics from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania. She has over twenty years of experience teaching mathematics at the high school and college level and is the mathematics chairperson at her school. She has taught with the Geometer's Sketchpad for many years and incorporates technology into her lessons on a regular basis.
- Online course: Internet access required
- July 14 to Aug. 31
- $220 (EDP 204495)
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Mon. July 28, Online
STEVE LARSEN is a high school mathematics teacher at Century High School in Rochester, Minnesota. His prior experience includes teaching mathematics in Ewa Beach, Hawaii and in Brandon, Minnesota. In recent years, his focus has been on teaching geometry and he has begun to implement Geometer's Sketchpad as a teaching tool.
CHRIS MONAHAN, M.A.T., has been teaching high school mathematics in New York for over 30 years. He also has over 20 years of experience teaching at the college level, including four years preparing pre-service teachers to use technology effectively in the classroom. Monahan is a T3 National Instructor, is a presenter for the College Board, and has been using Geometer's Sketchpad for more than 15 years.
- Online course: Internet access required
- July 28 to Sept. 14
- $220 (EDP 204503)
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Mon. Jan. 21, Online
MICHAEL BOSSÉ, Ph.D., is an associate professor of mathematics education at East Carolina University, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses, provides teacher professional development locally and nationally, and is active in publications and curriculum development. He received his doctorate from the University of Connecticut. He has developed numerous courses and projects using the Geometer’s Sketchpad.
VIVA MARIE HATHAWAY has been teaching in the classroom for 17 years. She is the recipient of the National Board Certification in Adolescent and Young Adulthood Mathematics and the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. In addition, she has presented nationally for 14 years at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics as well as at the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. She currently teaches high school mathematics at Norview High School, Norfolk Public Schools, where she teaches AP Statistics, Algebra II, and Geometry, and has been a team leader for five years.
DIXIE TROLLINGER, M.A., was the technology resource reacher at Potomac Falls High School in Sterling, Virginia, where she trained teachers to use technology effectively in classroom instruction. She used Discovering Geometry and The Geometer’s Sketchpad extensively in her classroom while modeling the cooperative approach for discovery learning. She has led numerous workshops and institutes for Key Curriculum Press. She has a master’s degree in educational technology.
- Jan. 21 to March 9
- $220 (EDP 203562)
Mon. Feb. 11, Online
GENIE DUNN, a geometry and calculus teacher at Miami Killian High School in Miami, Fla., is a cooperative-learning innovator and discovery-teaching practitioner. Since 1992, she has given exciting presentations to mathematics teachers across the country for Key Curriculum Press. Winner of the University of Miami Teacher of the Year and Dade County Mathematics Teacher of the Year awards, this enthusiastic presenter has been recognized as a National Board Certified Teacher.
ELIZABETH HICKS, B.S., earned her bachelor's degree in mathematics from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania. She has over twenty years of experience teaching mathematics at the high school and college level and is the mathematics chairperson at her school. She has taught with the Geometer's Sketchpad for many years and incorporates technology into her lessons on a regular basis.
- Feb. 11 to March 30
- $220 (EDP 203570)
Mon. Feb. 25, Online
VIVA MARIE HATHAWAY has been teaching in the classroom for 17 years. She is the recipient of the National Board Certification in Adolescent and Young Adulthood Mathematics and the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. In addition, she has presented nationally for 14 years at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics as well as at the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. She currently teaches high school mathematics at Norview High School, Norfolk Public Schools, where she teaches AP Statistics, Algebra II, and Geometry, and has been a team leader for five years.
CHRIS MONAHAN, M.A.T., has been teaching high school mathematics in New York for over 30 years. He also has over 20 years of experience teaching at the college level, including four years preparing pre-service teachers to use technology effectively in the classroom. Monahan is a T3 National Instructor, is a presenter for the College Board, and has been using Geometer's Sketchpad for more than 15 years.
WILLIAM CURTIS JAMES, M.A., is a professional mathematics teacher dedicated to lifelong learning for both students and adults. He earned his degree from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, and has many years of experience instructing geometry and The Geometer’s Sketchpad.
- Feb. 25 to April 13
- $220 (EDP 203588)
Mon. March 10, Online
STEVE LARSEN is a high school mathematics teacher at Century High School in Rochester, Minnesota. His prior experience includes teaching mathematics in Ewa Beach, Hawaii and in Brandon, Minnesota. In recent years, his focus has been on teaching geometry and he has begun to implement Geometer's Sketchpad as a teaching tool.
JUDY HICKS taught high school mathematics for 34 years in Jefferson County Schools, located in the suburbs of Denver. Currently, she is a T³ Instructor for Texas Instruments, which takes her around the country instructing teachers how the use of technology can enhance the teaching and learning of mathematics. She has presented at local, state, national, and international conferences.
- March 10 to April 27
- $220 (EDP 203596)
Mon. March 24, Online
GENIE DUNN, a geometry and calculus teacher at Miami Killian High School in Miami, Fla., is a cooperative-learning innovator and discovery-teaching practitioner. Since 1992, she has given exciting presentations to mathematics teachers across the country for Key Curriculum Press. Winner of the University of Miami Teacher of the Year and Dade County Mathematics Teacher of the Year awards, this enthusiastic presenter has been recognized as a National Board Certified Teacher.
VIVA MARIE HATHAWAY has been teaching in the classroom for 17 years. She is the recipient of the National Board Certification in Adolescent and Young Adulthood Mathematics and the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. In addition, she has presented nationally for 14 years at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics as well as at the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. She currently teaches high school mathematics at Norview High School, Norfolk Public Schools, where she teaches AP Statistics, Algebra II, and Geometry, and has been a team leader for five years.
ELIZABETH HICKS, B.S., earned her bachelor's degree in mathematics from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania. She has over twenty years of experience teaching mathematics at the high school and college level and is the mathematics chairperson at her school. She has taught with the Geometer's Sketchpad for many years and incorporates technology into her lessons on a regular basis.
- March 24 to May 11
- $220 (EDP 203604)
