Conference synopsis 20240805 - Flipbook - Page 53
B16 EXPLORING THE PEDAGOGICAL POWER
OF VERTICAL WHITEBOARDS AND RANDOM
GROUPS
B17 DEVELOPING STUDENTS’ CONFIDENCE
AND CAPABILITIES IN CAS FOR PRE-VCE
STUDENTS
Subtheme: Pedagogy
Subtheme: Technology
Jessica Kurzman, St. Patrick’s Primary School
(F to Year 10)
Sydney Tao, Strathcona Girls Grammar School
(Year 9 to Year 12)
This interactive presentation offers an engaging exploration
of innovative pedagogical practices combining the concepts
of vertical whiteboards and random groupings. Vertical
whiteboards are large, erasable surfaces positioned vertically
in classrooms, in order to spark dynamic collaboration.
Random groups, composed of three students each, are
formed completely randomly to further enrich collaborative,
deep thinking tasks. Inspired by the pioneering work of Peter
Liljedahl, along with my own research conducted in a primary
school setting, we delve into the impact of these strategies
on student learning and engagement. By experiencing these
techniques firsthand, participants will gain invaluable insights
into fostering active learning environments. Throughout
the session, attendees will immerse themselves in theory,
evidence and practical demonstrations. They will leave
equipped with the tools and confidence to implement these
strategies effectively in their own classrooms. Come along
and embark on a journey to nurture curiosity, collaboration,
and critical thinking skills among students.
Sydney will explore strategies for enhancing Year 10 and
Year 11 Methods and Specialist students’ confidence and
proficiency with the CASIO ClassPad II. The focus is on
early engagement with CAS tools to prepare for Year 12,
emphasising practical timing and application techniques.
Through interactive demonstrations, Sydney will illustrate
key functionalities and provide attendees with handouts for
student or teacher use, aiming to facilitate a CAS Masterclass
ahead of assessments. The content serves as a condensed,
targeted adaptation of the CASIO user’s manual, designed
to demystify CAS operations and integrate them seamlessly
into mathematical learning, thereby equipping students with
essential skills for their senior years.
Key takeaways:
1. Discover the research around vertical whiteboards
and random groups to enhance student learning and
engagement.
2. Develop confidence using vertical whiteboards and
random groups.
3. Experience effective pedagogical strategies to create
dynamic, student-centred classrooms.
Key takeaways:
1. Handout for conducting a CAS Master class - including
different levels of examples from Year 10 to Year 11 Specialist.
2. Some CAS tricks include user-defined functions, with
examples in different levels.
3. Understand how to translate plain English words into CAS
syntax.
Remember: Please bring a CASIO Classpad, a pen, and a
positive mindset!
CANCELLED B18 CONTROL TO
COLLABORATION: FOSTERING LEARNING
AND GROWTH AT EVERY LEVEL.
Subtheme: Pedagogy
Dale Heterick, Ashleigh Owens and Molly Ellis,
Kew Primary School
(F to Year 6)
We will share a story about our journey as mathematics
leaders in practice, our staff’s progression towards becoming
an effective mathematics learning community, and our
students’ development of productive dispositions in learning
mathematics like mathematicians. We will highlight our
approach of tempering our initial eagerness for rapid change
THE MATHEMATICAL
ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA
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