Themes and Format:Two main themes proposed are:
Role of technology in teaching of mathematics
Innovative practices in teaching mathematics
We hope that TIME 2005 will serve a dual role: as a forum in which mathematics educators and teachers will come together to discuss and to probe major issues associated with the integration of technology in mathematics teaching and learning, and as a place where they can share their perspectives, personal experiences, and innovative teaching practices.
Format
The seminar will have
Invited one hour talks on the issue of technology in mathematics education and innovative practices in math education
Short 20-30 minute presentations by school/college teachers on their existing innovative practices in teaching and efforts in integrating technology in teaching of mathematics.
Poster presentations on innovations in teaching, book exhibition and software demonstrations.
Presentations on the role of Mathematica, Maple, Mupad, and Geometry Sketchpad in mathematics education.
Discussions on questions:
Is the use of technology required for learning in general, or for learning math in particular?
Do students learn mathematics better with any technology or with specific technology?
Can technology compensate for the lack of qualified instructors?
How to train teachers for the use of technology