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My 2018 NCTM Presentation: Story Archetypes in Mathematics Curricula

How is the Eureka Math/EngageNY math curriculum like the STAR WARS saga? Attend my 2018 NCTM presentation in Washington DC next week to find out! Continue reading

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MSU is Tearing Down Obstacles to Science and Engineering Degrees

Michigan State University is leading the country in improving its beginning math courses for STEM and non-STEM majors. Go Spartans! Continue reading

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A Portrait of an Inspiring Teacher: Fred Reusch

Teachers: If you were asked to leave your profession to be an administrator or even to write a history-making curriculum, would you? Read about an awe-inspiring teacher and his decision. Continue reading

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In Memory of Dr. Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes

Thank you for your contributions to mathematics, Dr. Spikes. Continue reading

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Line arrangements from an advanced perspective

We continue our conversation with mathematician Moshe Cohen, who now discusses line arrangements from an advanced perspective. Continue reading

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