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Discovering the Art of Mathematics


Teaching

Over the last few years, I become very interested in Inquiry-Based-Learning (IBL) and now use it almost exclusively in all my classes. I very strongly believe that IBL techniques can help boost student confidence, achievement and interest in mathematics. As a result, I very rarely lecture in my classes anymore.  I believe that students learn mathematics best when they are actively doing mathematics, so I see my role in the classroom to be a guide or coach, helping my students work through the material instead of the “sage on the stage” who tells my students what to do. 

Spring 2012 Schedule
MATH 153-002
Fountations: Number Systems
MW 1:40 - 2:55 PM
W416
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MATH 153-003
Fountations: Number Systems MW 3:10 - 4:25 PM
W416
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MATH 352-002
Foundations of Teaching Elementary School Mathematics PreK-6
TR 9:45 - 11:00 AM
W416
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Spring 2012 Office Hours
Monday and Wednesday
4:30 - 5:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 - 12:30 PM
And By Appointment


Send comments to photchkiss AT westfield.ma.edu.
Last update: 1/22/2012