Conference Slides
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Featuring
| Thursday, October 22 - Morning Session 8:00-12:00 |
| Dr. Mike Schmoker |
Dr. Mike Schmoker, author of "RESULTS NOW: How We Can Achieve Unprecedented Improvements in Teaching and Learning," will discuss elements most essential to substantive, measurable improvement. Participants will leave knowing how to immediately conduct and implement school improvement planning which will achieve RESULTS NOW. |
| Thursday, October 22 - Afternoon Session 1:00-3:00 |
| Rachel R. McAnallen |
Rachel R. McAnallen, known simply as "Ms. Math" to children across the country, is foudner of the Institute for Math Mania. She has devoted her life to sharing the joy and beauty of mathematics with learners of all ages. Her teaching philosophy exemplifies mathematics as a language to be spoken, an art to be seen, a music to be heard, and a dance to be performed. Participants will learn teaching strategies that increase mathematics competency and will leave with a broadened perspective of mathematics instruction. |
| Friday, October 23 - Morning Session 8:00-12:00 |
| Dr. Warren D. Crown |
Dr. Warren D. Crown, Associate Dean for Academic Education at Rutgers University, has concentrated on the professional development of mathematics teachers at both the elementary and secondary levels as well as mathematics curriculum development. His efforts have resulted in publications and computer software. Participants will learn how to use technology to effectively teach mathematics and will leave with greater ability to impact diverse student populations. |
Schedule of Events
| Thursday, October 22, 2009 |
| 8:00 to 8:45 | Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| 8:45 to 9:00 | Welcome: Kathleen Chronister, UASCD President |
| 9:00 to 12:00 | Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Kathleen Chronister |
| Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mike Schmoker |
| 12:00 to 1:30 | Lunch and Book Sales |
| Presentation of Awards: Louise Moulding, UASCD President Elect
- UASCD Educator of the Year
- UASCD Teachers of Tomorrow
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| 1:30 to 3:30 | Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Jeff Stephens, UASCD Executive Board |
| Keynote Speaker: Rachel R. McAnallen |
| Friday, October 23, 2009 |
| 8:00 to 8:45 | Continental Breakfast |
| 8:45 to 9:00 | Welcome: Kathleen Chronister, UASCD President |
| 9:00 to 12:00 | Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Ray Morgan, UASCD Executive Board |
| Keynote Speaker: Dr. Warren D. Crown |
| 12:00 | Lunch and Book Sales |
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Conferences
