MY PATHWAY THROUGH "PATHWAYS"

ABOUT ME

• 7th year teaching
• AP Stats, Algebra, "Applied Math"
• Previous experience as an electrician
• Undergrad in social studies ed

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MY SUITCASE

• EXCEL! (the software)
• "Real-world" math is stats-driven
• The university promise is a lie

EXTERNSHIP TIPS

• Don't be a tourist
• Keep an open mind
• Ask CONTENT RELATED questions
• Look for surprises

OUR PROJECT

• Stats-based equation writing
• Using stats to analyze trends
• Sorting for relevance
• Writing about math (backing up decisions)

What I Learned in the "Real World" This Semester

Get a buddy.

Find a balance between innovation and your curriculum expectations

Integrating technology: Plan for best case, be prepared to adapt

Don't wait to start.
Never finish.

GOAL: