Math Detectives: Cracking the Code

Regular price $400.00
Times

*This course is intended for lower elementary students

Class Schedule

Thursdays 10:15-11:05 am PST

April 24, May 1, May 8, May 15, May 22, May 29

 

Note: Classes are listed in PST, click below to convert time to your time zone.

Course Overview

Building on our work from Mathematical Detectives Part 1, we will continue exploring how to identify the right strategy that can make tricky math problems solvable. This course will present problem-solving strategies that will help you approach problems systematically and choose an efficient strategy to crack the code! 

Student Outcomes:

  • Learn strategies for solving different types of problems
  • Develop organized, logical thinking skills
  • Clearly communicate your approach and steps

Supplies: Multiplication chart (if you don’t know multiplication facts up to 12 x 12), plain paper, graph paper, and pencils.

Student Experience

Pattern Seeker

Design Thinker

Mathematician

Inventor

Your Teacher: Laura Meiselman

Laura Meiselman has worked in education for over 30 years. She has two master’s degrees from Bank Street College of Education, one in Special Education and one in Math Education. She has taught Middle School Math in independent and public schools. In addition to classroom teaching, Laura tutors students; she is currently supporting Lower and Middle School students from The Nueva School and has for the past 6 years. Laura has done curriculum writing and wrote two books for Scholastic Education. Her approach to math education involves working with hands-on materials and playing games, which allow for mathematical discourse and inquiry.