| 588 | Friday, April 15, 2005 |
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| 8:45 AM-10:00 AM | Convention Center:S406a |
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| Choreographed Mathematics: Utilizing Dance, Movement and Games to Teach Algebra to Middle School Students |
| Mathematical and scientific concepts translate into spatial, energetic, weight, and choreographic concepts of movement. Why struggle to keep adolescents stationary - this approach encourages action! This innovative method will teach students how to incorporate movement and games into linear Algebra. In "Choreographed Math," develop lessons by assigning numerical values representing places on coordinate planes. Learn spatial awareness along the X and Y-axis set to music, leading sequential movements to the mastery of mathematical concepts. Translate "static" ideas on a page to living, breathing three-dimensional models of knowing. The creative process connects each student to personal motivation and artistic creation. |
Keyword(s): creative movement, interdisciplinary, participatory
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| Speakers: Stratton Charles Jr. Schaeffer and Carol A. Welsh, Millerville University, PA, Millersville, PA |