Teaching

Runner-Up for the Inaugural Rosenthal Prize

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.

By MrHonner, 13 yearsDecember 18, 2012 ago

Math Lesson: Fiscal Cliff

My latest contribution to the New York Times Learning Network is a math lesson that explores the mathematics of the so-called Fiscal Cliff.

Look Before You Leap! Understanding the Mathematics of the Fiscal Cliff

In this lesson, students explore the quantitative consequences of the expiration of policies like the Bush Era Tax Cuts and the Payroll Tax by calculating income tax differences for individuals across income levels, and putting those numbers in context.

Students are also directed to consider the situation from the perspective of the government by approximating tax-revenue increases and investigating the consequences of discretionary spending cuts.

By MrHonner, 13 yearsNovember 29, 2012 ago

Challenge Geometry Teaching

Which Triangle is More Equilateral? 2012 Edition

In honor of the passing of two consecutive Isosceles Triangle Days (11/11/12 and 11/12/12), let us revisit an old favorite: which of these triangles is more equilateral?

Resources Teaching

Interview at Math Frolic!

I greatly enjoyed being a part of Shecky Rieman’s interview series at Math-Frolic!

http://math-frolic.blogspot.com/2012/10/patrick-honner-of-mrhonner.html

Shecky asked a number of thoughtful questions which were fun for me to ponder and respond to, including questions about my take on the “Is Algebra Necessary?” debate and my series of posts on the quality of New York State Regents exams.

There series also includes interviews with other interesting figures in math and math education, like James Grime, John Golden, and Sol Lederman.

Thanks to Shecky for putting together such a nice series!

By MrHonner, 13 yearsNovember 8, 2012 ago

Resources Teaching

TIME 2000 Conference

I will be running workshops for students at the upcoming TIME 2000 conference at Queens College.

This conference showcases the TIME 2000 program at Queen’s College, which supports undergraduate students in studying mathematics and math education. Renowned math educator Dan Meyer will be giving the keynote address.

The conference is Friday, November 16th, and is open to high school students who are considering mathematics education as a possible career.

By MrHonner, 13 yearsNovember 6, 2012 ago