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| ID | 179 |
|---|---|
| First Name | Russell |
| Last Name | Goodman |
| Institution | Central College |
| Speaker Category | faculty |
| Title of Talk | Using Oral Exams to Help Prepare Future Elementary Mathematics Teachers |
| Abstract | The ability to effectively communicate mathematics is a priority for future elementary mathematics teachers. An oral examination, if used appropriately, is an excellent tool for assessing such skills. Moreover, an oral exam is a useful pedagogical tool for helping future elementary mathematics teachers improve their skills in communicating mathematical concepts. <br><br> The speaker has used oral exams in his department |
| Subject area(s) | Pedagogy; Elementary Mathematics |
| Suitable for undergraduates? | Yes |
| Day Preference | |
| Computer Needed? | |
| Bringing a laptop? | Y |
| Overhead Needed? | Y |
| Software requests | I'm bringing a laptop with PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat Reader. Those are the programs I will need. |
| Special Needs | |
| Date Submitted | 2/19/2007 |
| Year | 2007 |