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Dates July 24-Aug. 4, 2006
Location University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, East Bank Campus
Credit Earned 2 graduate credits

Algebraic Processes

and Their Connections to Geometric Structures

Academic Year Requirements
Academic Year Schedule
Course Description

How to Apply
Questions and Answers

Academic year requirements

To receive an "A" in this course, participate in the following:

I) Two Academic Year events:
i) One “Professional Development Saturday”
ii) One of any of the “Other Professional Development Activities”
II) Final Workshop

To receive a "B+" in your course, participate in the Final Workshop.

You will receive a "B" in your course if you do not attend any Academic Year activities.

If you need to miss several days of class, you will have to make a special arrangement with us and you will receive a separate email with your specific Academic Year requirements.

Go to the schedule of Academic Year activities for a list of events and activities available to fulfil these requirements.

academic year schedule

Professional Development Saturdays (1 required)
Date	Activity	Time
September 30, 2006	Tessellating Patterns (grades 4-5)	8:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
November 11, 2006	Spherical Journeys (grades 5-6)	8:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
January 20, 2007	Directions in Space (grades 6-7)	8:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
March 3, 2007	Chopped-Up Numbers (grades 3-4)	8:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Other Professional Development Activities (1 required*)
Date	Activity	Time
Friday, October 20, 2006	Half Day Workshop	9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 28, 2006	Seminar	5:00-7:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 10, 2007	Half day Workshop	9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 24, 2007	Family Fun Fair	10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 10, 2007	Seminar	5:00-7:00 p.m.
*You may participate in more than one in this category if you so wish.
Final Workshop
Date	Time
May 16, 2007	5:00-7:00 p.m.

Course Description

This course will focus on deepening teacher content knowledge of key algebraic topics in the elementary and middle school curriculum. Topics explored will include subtraction and negative numbers, fractions, and the Pythagorean Theorem. Participants will discover new connections between division, multiplication and addition and use geometric ideas to improve their understanding. Instruction will include visual representations and manipulatives that can help students (and teachers) improve their understanding of difficult but foundational math concepts. Units are aligned with state and national standards for grades 3-6 mathematics curricula.

How to Apply

Download and print an application form. Complete application form and fax or mail to the ITCEP office, Attn: Cathy. Fully funded enrollment is very limited and filled with applicants on a first-come basis.

Fax: 612-626-1150
Address: 4 Vincent Hall
206 Church St SE
Minneapolis MN 55455

Questions and Answers

Who is leading the project?
IT Center for Educational Programs (ITCEP), University of Minnesota

For whom is the program intended?
Teachers of grades 3-8 should apply. Teachers of other grades can be considered if space is available.

What are the objectives?

Improve knowledge of mathematics concepts (specifically in the area of “Algebraic Processes and its Connections to Geometric Structures”)
Increase understanding of student expectations for algebraic patterns and geometric structures
Increase understanding of the role of student literacy in learning mathematics concepts
Foster teamwork among participants and support leadership development
Create and maintain a teacher professional development network to support learning teaching, and integrating the math enrichment units in the school curriculum, as well as providing other professional opportunities

How is the project structured?

Summer coursework: 10 class days at the University of Minnesota
Academic year professional development activities: Including choices from
Professional Development Saturdays, academic seminars, and workshops.
Academic year professional development and networking-optional

NOTE: Additional academic year professional development and networking opportunities will be available on an optional basis.

Where and when is the Summer Institute being held?
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, East Bank Campus
Monday, July 24 to Friday, August 4, 2006 (10 Days), 9 AM-3:30 PM.

Additional tutorials or homework/enrichment unit development assistance may be scheduled as needed before or following class.

Who are the instructors?
Senior and post-doctorial university mathematics faculty, and K-12 teacher leaders/mentors.

What is funded by the grant for each teacher participant?

Tuition and Fees for 2 graduate credits in mathematics from the University of MN.
Transportation/Parking supplement
Daily Lunches and Snacks
All Books and Materials
$200 stipend for teachers who satisfactorily complete summer course and academic year professional development component.

How do I apply?
Fax or mail application to ITCEP.

When is the application deadline?
Applications are being reviewed and accepted on a first-come-first-serve-basis. Applicants will be informed of their status as soon as possible after review. The deadline is THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2006.

Additional questions to ITCEP Coordinator, Cathy at 612-625-2861 or mccl0137@umn.edu.

This course is funded by a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education Math-Science Partnership.

Algebraic Processes

and Their Connections to Geometric Structures

Professional Development Saturdays (1 required)

Other Professional Development Activities (1 required*)

Final Workshop