Presentation Description:
Learn the advantages of Excel-based instruction. See specific examples where below average math students achieved exceptional results, and positively changed their perception of math. Discover the employment advantages for students who become proficient in Excel while still in high school.
Excel is an untapped instructional tool that aligns amazingly well with California's new Common Core Content Standards for Math. Classroom tested curriculum will show how daily use of this software can promote the math domains of "Algebra", "Functions", "Modeling", and "Statistics" while integrating the financial literacy skills required to succeed in the 21st century. Hands-on audience participation will demonstrate the effectiveness of Excel as a strategy for initial instruction, differentiation, assessment, and intervention. Integrated Excel instruction deemphasizes rote calculation that leads so many students to dislike math, and empowers students to use their higher thinking skills while completing real world applications of mathematics. The presentation will share plentiful Excel based instructional materials in print and on line. For some examples of classroom materials and further pedagogical details on Excel instruction, I invite you to visit: businessstatistics.us.
Describes Your Focus:
Curriculum and Instructional Strategies (for example: integrated, project-based, differentiated, industry-specific, specific-needs focused, community-service, etc.)