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Multiliteracies and Education

Forberpr — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:36:24 GMT

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Communicating mathematics

Smetana — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:23:17 GMT

Communicating Mathematics:

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		+	Communication and math rarely are put together. Math is usually seen just as a process, something you skill-and-drill and learn to do through lecture. Answers are usually numeric, and therefore believed to require little to no explanation in solving or teaching it. Math teachers know, however, nothing can be farther from the truth.
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		+	It is through effective communication that math can truly be understood. A process can be taught to anyone; this does not mean there is any learning happening. The “how” and the “why” are through communication. Math teachers know that if students can effectively communicate the answer, along with how they solved it, and why they did what they did, students fully understand the mathematics. Math isn’t just memorizing a process, but rather, the ability to effectively communicate processes.
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		+	The Mathletes decided to use the web to spark conversations about communicating math. By communicating math, students can think critically about no only what they are doing, but how, why, and challenge each other’s thinking.

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Technology in mathematics

Smetana — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:22:47 GMT

Technology in Mathematics:

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		+	With an emphasis on 21st century learning, technology is becoming more and more a part of the classroom. Math is no exception; graphing calculators, SmartBoards, online assignments, etc, have changed the face of math classrooms around the country. Gone are the days of just a chalkboard and paper, and in are the interactive, connected, and advanced technologies that allow students to do more.
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		+	Technology has opened a world that goes far beyond just basic skills. Skill and drill are a thing of the past; more teachers are focusing on critical thinking. Math teachers are pushing students to problem solve, question how and why, and apply their learning, through the use of technology.
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		+	The Mathletes used online discussion boards to challenge students’ views on technology in the classroom. Students were to critically think about the use of technology, how it impacts learning, and the future.

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Applications of mathematics

Smetana — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:22:09 GMT

Applications of Mathematics:

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		+	It is one thing for students to learn math, but it is another to apply what they learn. Math students need to be prepared to use what they learn, effectively, in an every changing job market. Students sometimes miss the connection between what they learn in the classroom with their lives outside the class.
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		+	By applying what students learn to real life situations, it is easier for learning and teaching alike. Students can see real applications of their learning, therefore making understanding skills and the use of them, a skill that can be necessary. Teachers can make learning skills more enjoyable, as well as connect it to real world situations which will allow easier remembrance of the skills.
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		+	The Mathletes were looking to apply some of the math skills students learn in the class through discussions online. Students were able to use their skills in different ways to think critically in different ways. It wasn’t just knowing how to do a skill, but how to use it.

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Careers involving mathematics

Smetana — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:21:24 GMT

Careers Involving Mathematics:

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		+	One of the goals of the education system is to prepare students for future careers. Teachers want to see their students succeed, regardless of what path they choose. Math teachers know that math is a skill that people will use for the rest of their lives. It is on the teachers to make students aware that math skills are not relegated to only very few math specific careers, but rather, all learners and all careers.
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		+	Math teachers can show, in many different ways, how the skills they learn today can be useful for the rest of their lives. Problem solving and critical thinking are skills that will stay with the students for a lifetime. Math is all about problem solving and looking deeper. By having students critically think, math teachers are able to better prepare them for their career path, regardless of what path they take.
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		+	The Mathletes used online discussions to relate the math learned in class to different career fields. By seeing connections to real careers and real people, students can see real applications of the problem solving and critical thinking they are taught every day.

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Deductive thinking

Smetana — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:20:37 GMT

Deductive Thinking:

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		+	Deductive thinking is a skill that is used throughout a person’s life. The majority of the individual skills and facts that are learned in school may not directly relate, or even come up in a person’s life, but problem solving and critical thinking always will be. Through a thorough, complete education, including math, teachers can develop students to use deductive thinking skills, skill which will be useful inside and outside the classroom.
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		+	With the majority of today’s students either not sure what careers they will have, or better yet, their jobs do not exist yet, teachers still have to duty of preparing students for what is to come. Deductive thinking is a critical thinking skill, one which can be used in many applications. Rarely in life will students encounter a problem identical to one done in math class, but by learning the critical thinking behind solving problems, they will be better prepared for the future.
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		+	Through some online discussions, the Mathletes challenged their students to some problems which required some deductive thinking. By making connections to things they learned in the classroom, students are able to see the use of this critical thinking skill, in action.

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Mathletes

Smetana — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:19:15 GMT

Rationale For Project:

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-	~~Work in progress.~~ . .will be ~~presented today by Paul~~ and ~~posted by~~ the ~~weekend~~.	+	When it comes to Mathematics, critical thinking is key. It is what the majority of people will take from math classes and use on a daily basis. Some specific skills will be used, and some people will choose a math specific field, but to problem solve and use reasoning, students will be better prepared for the future.
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		+	The Mathletes set out to challenges some of the critical thinking of their students. By asking deeper, thought provoking question regarding technology, careers options, communication, application of math, and deductive thinking, they were able to see how mathematics impacts the student’s views and beliefs on math. They required students to respond to online discussions and problems, ones which challenged some of their views and asked them to think beyond the text book. Students submitted responses online, and through follow-up activities and assessing responses, students were able to challenge each other farther. Students were able to critically think about those five categories mentioned and really get a sense for how important mathematics is in their lives.

	==Analysis of Students Responses==		==Analysis of Students Responses==