Conference synopsis 20240805 - Flipbook - Page 55
FULL B22 MATHEMATICS ENGAGEMENT IN
YEARS 9 AND 10 - SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS
AND STUDENTS.
2. CAS for Exams
Subtheme: Wellbeing
Remember: CAS solutions empower students to tackle
complex problems efficiently, allowing them to focus on
conceptual understanding rather than tedious calculations.
Let’s embrace CAS tools as valuable allies in preparing
students for the Mathematical Methods! Let’s harness
the power of CAS solutions to transform Mathematical
Methods education. Join the session in shaping the future of
mathematics teaching and learning!
Michelle Hackett and Lisa Hogan, Mary MacKillop
Catholic Regional College
(Year 9 to Year 12)
Year 9 and 10 are difficult years and I offer help with how to
engage students in maths to give them the opportunity to
develop strong numeracy skills which they can use in daily life
as well as carry into the future. I will share my resources as well
as teaching strategies that help all students achieve success
and develop a positive attitude towards not only maths but
other areas of life.
Key takeaways:
1. Making the classroom environment productive for learning
and success.
2. Using a variety of resources/strategies to help students
learn.
3. Promotion of positive self-esteem for both the teacher and
students.
3. Common challenges faced by students and how CAS can
address these challenges.
FULL B24 MASTERING MATHS METHODS
UNITS 1 AND 2: FROM NOVICE TO
KNOWLEDGEABLE
Subtheme: Curriculum
Trang Pham, Methodist Ladies’ College
(Year 11 to Year 12)
This session is designed to assist first-time Maths Methods
Units 1 and 2 teachers in feeling comfortable and prepared
for the course. The workshop will feature the following:
•
An overview of the course, including a sample course
plan.
•
Guidance on preparing students for the course during
the transition period.
•
Maximising the use of the CAS calculator in tech active
assessments.
Sanjeev Meston, Strathcona Girls Baptist Grammar
(Year 11 to Year 12)
•
Understanding content knowledge - what is included/
excluded.
This session will focus on Computer Algebra Systems
(CAS) Solutions using TI-Nspire technology, specifically the
Mathematical Methods 2024 Exam. It will impart CAS skills
and techniques that teachers can pass on to their students. In
this session, we’ll explore how CAS technology can enhance
student understanding, problem-solving skills, and exam
preparation and how students can best respond to multiple
choice and extended response session. This session has
been extremely popular with conference attendees and has
always been oversubscribed. The session always has had great
reviews and session feedback.
•
How to teach specific concepts.
•
Guidance on assessments and providing feedback.
B23 CAS SOLUTIONS TO 2024
MATHEMATICAL METHODS EXAM 2
(INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES)
Subtheme: Technology
Key takeaways:
1. Understanding and brief overview of CAS.
Key takeaways:
1. Enhancing content knowledge to make concepts more
interesting, enjoyable, and easier for students to learn.
2. Teaching students to effectively and efficiently use their
CAS calculator in tech active assessments.
3. Developing assessments that include key knowledge and
skills from the study design.
Remember: Bring your own TI-Nspire CAS calculator
handheld or emulator to this workshop.
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