Middle Math Institutes: Expressions, Equations, & Functions
In the middle grades, students learn to generalize their prior experiences with computation and develop more abstract mathematical thinking. Expressions, equations, and functions are tools that can be used to describe real-world situations mathematically. Introducing these ideas in concrete ways will provide meaningful learning experiences that can connect to their existing knowledge.
This institute is one of four in the CMSE Middle Math Institutes. Educators who complete all four institutes will be eligible to receive a Middle Level Mathematics (901) Supplemental Endorsement.
Date/Time:
February 19 – April 12, 2024
Location:
Canvas and Zoom
The online institute is composed of the following activities and requirements:
Content Pre-Assessment
Weekly Virtual Class Meetings
Weekly Independent Assignments
Content Post-Assessment
Participants should expect to spend approximately 3 hours each week participating in the discussions and completing assignments.
SUMMER 2024 INSTITUTE
Date/Time:
June 10-13, 2024
9:00AM -4:00PM with a 1-hour lunch break each day.
Participation in all four days is required for completion of the institute.
Location:
Jackson Avenue Center, Classroom Q24
University of Mississippi
1111 Jackson Avenue West
Oxford, MS 38655
This institute is composed of the following activities and requirements:
- Content Pre-Assessment
- Daily Hands-on Activities and Discussions
- Daily Independent Reading & Problem Set Assignments
- Content Post-Assessment
Topics to be discussed include:
- Describing Algebraic Reasoning
- Using Numerical and Algebraic Expressions
- Exploring Patterns
- Applying Properties of Operations to Algebraic Expressions
- Strategies for Solving Equations, Inequalities, & System of Equations
- Interpreting Graphs and Functions
Dr. Bethany LaValley
Professional Development Coordinator
Center for Mathematics and Science Education
The University of Mississippi
lavalley@olemiss.edu
2.4 CEUs
CEUs are available upon successful completion of the institute. All institute expectations, including assignments and participation in live virtual discussions, must be completed to be eligible for CEUs. Please note that CEUs cannot be prorated.
CEU Processing
CEU credits are processed electronically by North Mississippi Education Consortium. Please allow 3-4 weeks for processing. Participants will be notified via email from NMEC once credits are available for download.
Registration Fee: $450 per institute, includes CEUs
- Personal Check or Money Order
- School Purchase Order
- Credit or Debit Card
Your registration confirmation email will provide details of how to submit your payment. Payment must be received prior to the institute.
Summer In-Person Institute
June 10-13 , 2024
Registration Deadline:
May 26, 2024
Online Institute
February 19 – April 14, 2024
Registration Deadline:
February 19, 2024
For information about other institutes in the CMSE Middle Math Institutes and to review our Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our Middle Math Institutes main page.