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Challenge-Based Learning & Steam Curriculum, Diana Lockwood
Challenge-Based Learning & Steam Curriculum, Diana Lockwood
The STEAM Journal
STEAM education is being integrated into elementary schools as a way to engage more students in creativity, hands-on learning, and problem-based learning also referred to as Challenge-Based-Learning (CBL). This article focuses on elementary educators’ curriculum design for STEAM and presenting students with open-ended questions phrased as a challenge as a way to raise student interest and achievement (DeJarnette, 2018; Hunter-Doniger, 2018). When students received challenges to solve, they felt more open to sharing their ideas since there was more than one potential right answer (DeJarnette, 2018; Drake, 2012). When implementing CBL, teachers act as facilitators using a constructivist approach as …
Anneli Lax: They Think, Therefore We Are, Elena Anne Corie Marchisotto
Anneli Lax: They Think, Therefore We Are, Elena Anne Corie Marchisotto
Journal of Humanistic Mathematics
No abstract provided.
Teaching Mathematics: Heuristics Can And Ought To Lead The Way, Marshall Gordon
Teaching Mathematics: Heuristics Can And Ought To Lead The Way, Marshall Gordon
Journal of Humanistic Mathematics
In contrast to problem-solving procedures that are the “bricks and mortar” of demonstrations in mathematics textbooks, heuristics, defined by Polya as “the study of means and methods of problem solving”, are those mental actions that enable the practitioner to make progress when it is not clear how to solve problems directly. Yet, as essential as heuristic tools are, they tend not to be included in presentations in mathematics textbooks. The overarching problem can be understood in terms of students’ not developing productive means for engaging problems. A few mathematics problems are included to argue for the validity, if not the …
Drawing Parallels In Art Science For Collaborative Learning: A Case Study, Karen Westland
Drawing Parallels In Art Science For Collaborative Learning: A Case Study, Karen Westland
The STEAM Journal
This research paper explores drawing as a tool to facilitate interdisciplinary practice. Outlined is the personal experience of PhD researcher [name removed] in their physics/craft research project, combined with thoughts and opinions from collaborators gathered through group discursive interviews. Interdisciplinary projects face interpersonal and conceptually ambiguous challenges which can be addressed through adopting drawing techniques for educational purposes. Findings highlight that drawing can assist across a breadth of applications as a learning tool for everyone, regardless of drawing ability, to improve the functionality of collaborative projects. Specifically, drawing combined with other communication techniques develops a performative communicative approach that enriches …
Visual Arts Enhance Instruction In Observation And Analysis Of Microscopic Forms In Developmental And Cell Biology, Max Ezin, Christina Noravian, Amira Mahomed, Adam Lyle, Aveleen Gill, Tamira Elul
Visual Arts Enhance Instruction In Observation And Analysis Of Microscopic Forms In Developmental And Cell Biology, Max Ezin, Christina Noravian, Amira Mahomed, Adam Lyle, Aveleen Gill, Tamira Elul
The STEAM Journal
Two important skills for scientists in developmental and cell biology, as well as in fields such as neurobiology, histology and pathology, are: 1) observation of features and details in microscopic images of cells, and 2) quantification of cellular features observed in microscopic images. However, current training in developmental and cell biology does not emphasize observation and quantitative analysis of microscopic images, and it is unclear how best to teach students these skills. Here, we describe our experiences applying visual artistic approaches to instruct undergraduate and graduate students in how to observe and analyze cellular forms in microscopic images. At Loyola …
Three Creativity-Fostering Projects Implemented In A Statistics Class, Margaret Adams
Three Creativity-Fostering Projects Implemented In A Statistics Class, Margaret Adams
Journal of Humanistic Mathematics
Undergraduates in an introductory statistics class at a rural Southeastern college were assigned three creativity-fostering projects: statistics vocabulary crossword puzzle, word wall, and graffiti art poster. Given math anxiety, fear of failure, and lack of enthusiasm, it seemed imperative to spark interest and involvement. Rhodes 4P’s model (1961) served as the framework for this intrinsic case study involving 62 students. Independent thinking and research, peer collaboration, and use of art supplies within this model (person, press, process and product) generated remarkable learning outcomes. Grading rubrics focused on originality, quality and statistics content. Projects were classified into three qualitative categories ranging …
Creative Assignments In Upper Level Undergraduate Courses Inspired By Mentoring Undergraduate Research Projects, Malgorzata A. Marciniak
Creative Assignments In Upper Level Undergraduate Courses Inspired By Mentoring Undergraduate Research Projects, Malgorzata A. Marciniak
Journal of Humanistic Mathematics
This article describes methods and approaches for incorporating creative projects in undergraduate mathematics courses for students of engineering and computer science in an urban community college. The topics and the grading rubrics of the projects go way beyond standard homework questions and contain elements of finding own project, incorporating historical background, inventing own questions and exercises, or demonstrating experiments to illustrate some aspects of the project. After analyzing challenges and outcomes of these projects, I identified several skills which help students be successful, including the skills of creativity. These skills are writing, oral presentation, math skills, and collaboration skills. I …
Mathematics Students As Artists: Broadening The Mathematics Curriculum, Marshall Gordon
Mathematics Students As Artists: Broadening The Mathematics Curriculum, Marshall Gordon
Journal of Humanistic Mathematics
Mathematics has often been referred to as an art. For some it is “the purest of the arts”, where the mathematicians’ art is “asking simple and elegant questions about our imaginary creations, and crafting satisfying and beautiful explanations”. Yet with classroom time given primarily to “covering the curriculum”, testing, and practicing problem-solving procedures, students’ opportunities to appreciate the aesthetic dimension of mathematics are often limited. To promote a responsive environment in an effort to enable students to become artists of their own mathematics experience, I consider in this paper two facets of the mathematics classroom. Content-wise I make the argument …
Inquiry Based Learning From The Learner’S Point Of View: A Teacher Candidate’S Success Story, Caroline Johnson Caswell, Derek J. Labrie
Inquiry Based Learning From The Learner’S Point Of View: A Teacher Candidate’S Success Story, Caroline Johnson Caswell, Derek J. Labrie
Journal of Humanistic Mathematics
The goal of this paper is to review current research on Inquiry Based Learning (IBL) and shed some light, from a student's perspective, on the challenges and rewards of this pedagogy. The first part of the article provides an extensive review of the literature on IBL. The second part focuses on one student's experiences in an IBL classroom.
In particular, a graduate secondary mathematics student reflects upon his experiences in a college mathematics class where the instructor implemented an Inquiry Based Learning model. His experience is validated by current research on IBL educational methodology which structures the classroom environment for …
Stop Ruining Math! Reasons And Remedies For The Maladies Of Mathematics Education, Rachel M. Steinig
Stop Ruining Math! Reasons And Remedies For The Maladies Of Mathematics Education, Rachel M. Steinig
Journal of Humanistic Mathematics
Did you love math as a kid? Or was it ruined for you? Sadly, many people have had math ruined for them for various reasons. Some might say that it was because of not understanding what was going on, being bored in class, parental or societal pressure to achieve in math, not seeing a point in learning math, wrong amount of homework, grades, curriculum, physical concerns, mean teachers, or any number of things. This article delves into the many common reasons why math is ruined for so many kids, and offers solutions so that math can be enjoyable for everyone. …
The Efficacy Of Mathematics Education, Eric Geimer
The Efficacy Of Mathematics Education, Eric Geimer
The STEAM Journal
Evidence supports the notion that mathematics education in the United States is inadequate. There is also evidence that mathematics education deficiencies extend internationally. The worldwide mathematics education deficit appears large enough that improving student performance in this educational problem area could yield great economic benefit. To improve the efficacy of mathematics education, education’s root problems must first be understood. Often supposed educational root problems are considered and contrasted against potential deficiencies of mathematics methodologies and curricula that are based on mainstream educational philosophies. The educational philosophies utilized to form early-grade mathematics methodologies and related curricula are judged to be the …
The Story Of A Service-Learning Project: Mathematics In The Park, Joyce O'Halloran
The Story Of A Service-Learning Project: Mathematics In The Park, Joyce O'Halloran
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
The Classroom Encounter, Reuben Hersh
The Classroom Encounter, Reuben Hersh
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Real Data, Real Math, All Classes, No Kidding, Martin Vern Bonsangue
Real Data, Real Math, All Classes, No Kidding, Martin Vern Bonsangue
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
The Use Of Realistic Imagery To Represent The Relationships In A Four-Dimensional Coordinate System, Randal J. Bishop
The Use Of Realistic Imagery To Represent The Relationships In A Four-Dimensional Coordinate System, Randal J. Bishop
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Problems That Matter: Teaching Mathematics As Critical Engagement, Jeffrey Bohl
Problems That Matter: Teaching Mathematics As Critical Engagement, Jeffrey Bohl
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: The Courage To Teach By Parker Palmer, Sandra Z. Keith
Book Review: The Courage To Teach By Parker Palmer, Sandra Z. Keith
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
On Solving Equations, Negative Numbers, And Other Absurdities: Part I, Ralph A. Raimi
On Solving Equations, Negative Numbers, And Other Absurdities: Part I, Ralph A. Raimi
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Death, Trial And Life, Prem N. Bajaj
Death, Trial And Life, Prem N. Bajaj
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
The Triex: Explore, Extract, Explain, Sherman K. Stein
The Triex: Explore, Extract, Explain, Sherman K. Stein
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
On The Use Of Intelligent Tutoring Systems For Teaching And Learning Mathematics, M.D. C. Mendes, M.G. V. Nunes, C. A. Andreucci
On The Use Of Intelligent Tutoring Systems For Teaching And Learning Mathematics, M.D. C. Mendes, M.G. V. Nunes, C. A. Andreucci
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Introductory Algebra: A Just In Time Approach, By Alice Kaseberg, Gayle Smith
Book Review: Introductory Algebra: A Just In Time Approach, By Alice Kaseberg, Gayle Smith
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Attitudes Of Students To Independent Learning, S. Kenneth Houston
Attitudes Of Students To Independent Learning, S. Kenneth Houston
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Applied Mathematics Should Be Taught Mixed, Gary I. Brown
Applied Mathematics Should Be Taught Mixed, Gary I. Brown
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Calculus Workshop Groups As A Humanistic Experience, Martin Vern Bonsangue
Calculus Workshop Groups As A Humanistic Experience, Martin Vern Bonsangue
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Pumps, Filters, And Lenses; Humanistic Issues In Calculus Reform, Dan Kalman
Pumps, Filters, And Lenses; Humanistic Issues In Calculus Reform, Dan Kalman
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Pdp/Academic Excellence Workshops In Mathematics, M. Catharine Hudspeth
Pdp/Academic Excellence Workshops In Mathematics, M. Catharine Hudspeth
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Introducing Undergraduates To Mathematics Information Resources, Sallie H. Barringer
Introducing Undergraduates To Mathematics Information Resources, Sallie H. Barringer
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
An Empowering, Participatory Research Model For Humanistic Mathematics Pedagogy, Arthur B. Powell, Dawud A. Jeffries, Aleshia E. Selby
An Empowering, Participatory Research Model For Humanistic Mathematics Pedagogy, Arthur B. Powell, Dawud A. Jeffries, Aleshia E. Selby
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.
Students Become Data, Statistics Comes Alive., Linc. Fisch
Students Become Data, Statistics Comes Alive., Linc. Fisch
Humanistic Mathematics Network Journal
No abstract provided.