Upcoming Presentations:
Teaching Elementary Mathematics Using Alternative Strategies and Modalities July 18-22, 2011
This interactive course features innovative methods to manipulate numbers using minimum language demands.
Students perform the four basic operations of whole numbers, fractions, percentages, and elementary algebraic concepts using concrete manipulatives, graphic organizers, gross motor/kinesthetic processing, and visual imagery techniques. After problems are solved through alternative modalities, language is used to describe and document the solution process. Thematic, language-based instruction will be presented in a hands-on format which aids student comprehension by integrating concepts and procedures with related word problems through experiential learning. Participants will explore several thematic units and will receive the necessary guidance and materials to adapt one for their own use. While these methods are essential for individuals with auditory processing issues and/or executive function disorders, all students can benefit from these strategies.
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Week Long Graduate Course in Teaching Math
Landmark Outreach on Cape Cod July 28-29, 2010
Teaching Arithmetic: Processing Numbers From Whole to Part
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
35 Scudder Avenue
Hyannis, MA 02601
www.capecodresortandconference.com
For more information, go to: Cape Cod Math
Use Gross Motor Kinesthetic Methods to Teach Multistep Procedures
62nd INTERNATIONAL DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION 2011 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Chicago Hilton, Chicago IL November 9-12, 2011
Develop number sense and Arithmetic skills using Whole-to Part multimodal strategies
Christopher L. Woodin, Ed.M. Math Department Head, Landmark School
The visual system provides the organizational structure necessary to quantify and compare numbers. This leads to the development of number sense. New research has shown that training that improves the ability to recognize visual patterns has been shown to benefit poor math students by helping them process quantities more accurately and efficiently so they develop a relational understanding of numbers. The use of graphic organizers that relate quantities to both five and ten provide
the structure necessary to develop cardinality and durable models for computation
(Themes addressed include: Handwriting/ Dysgraphia, Mathematics/ Dyscalculia, Training the Trainers, Teachers and Professors, Written Expression)
FOR ALL AUDIENCE LEVELS
For more information, go to:
http://www.interdys.org/AnnualConference.htm
LDA 49th Annual International Conference
February 22-25, 2012
Chicago, IL
For more information, go to:
http://www.ldanatl.org/conference/index.asp
