Runner-Up for the Inaugural Rosenthal Prize

Published by MrHonner on December 18, 2012December 18, 2012

Last night I was named runner-up for the inaugural Rosenthal Prize for Innovation in Math Teaching, presented by the Museum of Mathematics.

The goal of the Rosenthal Prize is to celebrate and promote creative, hands-on teaching methods in mathematics. My work, and that of the winner, will be freely available to teachers through the museum’s website.

The awards were presented last night at MoMath’s “Teacher Preview Night”, so I was able to see the new museum firsthand. There are many amazing exhibits that allow visitors to interact directly with the beauty, elegance, and wonder of mathematics.

I am very proud to have been recognized by MoMath for my work, and after seeing how innovative and creative the Museum of Mathematics is, being recognized by MoMath for innovation and creativity in mathematics teaching is even more meaningful.

8 Comments

Linda Tuomaala · December 18, 2012 at 10:03 am

Congratulations Pat. Wonderful to see your creative efforts for teaching math being recognized.

MrHonner · December 18, 2012 at 12:29 pm

Thanks, Linda! It is nice to recognized, and the Museum (and those behind it) are great. It will be a great resource for teachers.

Michael P · December 18, 2012 at 11:01 am

What sort of teaching material is going to be posted on the MoMath site?

Also, congrats!

MrHonner · December 18, 2012 at 12:30 pm

Thanks, Michael.

Their plan is to make the winning activities available on their website. Not sure exactly when, or in what form, but I’m sure they’ll promote the release.

Hilary · December 19, 2012 at 2:09 pm

Nice job Mr. Honner!

Frank Noschese · December 19, 2012 at 2:55 pm

Congratulations, Patrick! Well deserved, of course.

MrHonner · December 19, 2012 at 3:52 pm

Thanks, Frank and Hilary! Definitely an honor to be recognized by such creative, innovative folks.