Appalachian Math Walk: Promoting STEM using creative activities

Sharareh Nikbahkt, Senior Lecturer, Department of Mathematical Sciences

Friday, Oct. 5, 2018
3-4 p.m.

103A Walker Hall

This talk is free and open to the public.

Integration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) into the K-12 curriculum not only improves math and science literacy, but also enables students to become critical thinkers and future innovators. Using real-world problems while teaching Math subjects creates excitement among students and gets them engaged. Development of creative and interesting K-12 STEM activities can be challenging and often teachers do not find the time, support and resources needed to create such activities. Nikbahkt will present a set of STEM activities that have been created based on the landmarks, natural resources, buildings and statues located on the Appalachian State University campus.

Sponsored by the Department of Mathematical Sciences. Please contact Quinn Morris morrisqa@appstate.edu or Travis Weiland weilandtj@appstate.edu or visit our department colloquium website https://mathsci.appstate.edu/activities-outreach/department-colloquia to view more information and see other upcoming events.

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About the Department of Mathematical Sciences
The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers undergraduate degrees in actuarial science and mathematics, with concentrations in business, computation, life sciences, physical sciences, secondary teaching and statistics, plus a general, self-designed concentration. The department also offers the Master of Arts in mathematics, with concentrations in college teaching and secondary teaching. Learn more at https://mathsci.appstate.edu.

Sharareh Nikbahkt, Senior Lecturer, Department of Mathematical Sciences
Published: Oct 1, 2018 11:01am

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