Geometry for Middle School Teachers
Spring Semester, 2006

Thursdays Jan. 19- Apr. 13 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. RUSMP Classroom 5620 Greenbriar Suite 270 Houston Texas Map

This course is designed for middle school teachers who are seeking a strong foundation in geometry content. The primary focus of the course is learning beginning geometry with an emphasis on geometric investigations, geometric shapes and symmetries, and transformations. Concepts are aligned with the TEKS and HISD's CLEAR.

· Geometric thinking and reasoning
· Similarity and congruence
· Transformations
· Use of manipulatives and technology to explore algebraic concepts

Each teacher will receive course materials and technology, Gifted and Talented credit, and professional development credit.

The course fee is $750 payable on the first day of class.

Enrollment is limited.

To register please complete and return the application by mail or fax.

For further information, please contact:

Dr. Anne Papakonstantinou, Director
Rice University School Mathematics Project
(713) 348-6076
(713) 348-5428 (fax)
apapa@math.rice.edu

 

Maintained by Richard Parr.  Last update on December 15, 2005 .