Conference on Math Education and Social Justice

http://creatingbalanceconference.org/

Dan Meyer's Candy Task

http://blog.mrmeyer.com/?p=13156

Brain Pop

What a great resource for teachers!

Inside Mathematics

Inside mathematics website is for mathematics educators.  It has many resources so check it out.

Inside Mathematics

Barbee Bungee Jump

Our methods class did the Barbee Bungee Jump activity today.  It is an example of a performance assessment.  Using what they know about linear relationships, apprentices worked in small groups to build a bungee chord - to ultimately give their barbee a thrill of their life!  Here is the result:
(UCLA Kerchoff Patio: 197 in tall)

Math Class Needs a Makeover by Dan Meyer

Today in methods, we watched Dan Meyer's talk on the importance of getting students to think critically and talk about mathematics in classrooms.
Check it out:

Hello Team Park,
It was great to see everyone today!  
Just a couple of things:  
1) Please note that the Wilshire exit on 405 is closed. 
2) Lunch will be provided. (No breakfast).
3) Your homework doesn't have to be on an index card.  I forgot to pass it out.