Carnegie Learning Announces National Math Institute 2011
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Carnegie Learning Announces National Math Institute 2011 Second Annual Math Educator Event Arrives in Texas, July 10-13 PITTSBURGH, PA - May 3, 2011 – Carnegie Learning announces the second annual Carnegie Learning® National Math Institute, an intensive three-day professional development institute focused on raising middle school and high school student achievement in math. Meeting in Grapevine, Texas July 10-13, math educators from around the country will learn about a student-centered approach to middle school and secondary mathematics instruction.
Carnegie Learning teachers, leaders and administrators will share best practices in:
Effective mathematics instructional strategies for middle school and high school
Increased mathematics content knowledge to support individual student learning
Implementing successful standards-based, student-centered classroom
Applying tools to monitor and sustain a successful Carnegie Learning implementation
Last year’s National Math Institute drew more than 185 teachers and school leaders from Houston Independent School District, Kent School District in Washington State, the Detroit Academy of Arts & Sciences, and Knox County Board of Education in Knoxville, TN, among other districts.
“The National Math Institute was a powerful experience,” said Brandy King, classroom teacher in the School District of the City of Highland Park, Michigan. “It was great to attend Professional Development sessions with other teachers who are using the curriculum and having the same classroom experiences I am. It was refreshing to share concerns and ideas with other teachers from across the country and I left with a renewed desire to implement the Carnegie curriculum with fidelity.” -- more --
Attendance is open to teachers and administrators dedicated to improving math performance for students in grades 6-12. Attendees who complete a final assignment demonstrating the integration of theory and practice in a classroom application will receive two graduate credits in math education. “Again this year, we are humbled by the power of bringing together hundreds of teachers and leaders committed to mathematics excellence in schools,” said Erin Simmons, vice president, marketing and educational services for Carnegie Learning. “It is our privilege to host an event that provides a forum for increased professional learning and collegiality.”
Keynote speakers and distinguished presenters for the 2011 National Math Institute include Margaret Smith, Ed.D. professor, University of Pittsburgh School of Education; Suzanne Plaut, Ed.D., vice president of education, Public Education and Business Coalition; Richard Allen, Ph.D. author and founder, Impact Learning, Inc.; John Antonetti, former director of K-12 curriculum, Sheridan School District in Arkansas; Russell Gersten, Ph.D. executive director of the instructional research group; Wendy Ward Hoffer, director of education, Public Education & Business Coalition. Advance registration is open at http://nmi.carnegielearning.com. About Carnegie Learning, Inc. (www.carnegielearning.com) Carnegie Learning, Inc. is a leading publisher of innovative, research-based math curricula for middle school, high school, and post-secondary students. Providing differentiated instruction to schools across the United States, Carnegie Learning is helping students to succeed in math, creating a gateway to graduation and preparing them for the 21st century. Founded by cognitive and computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University in conjunction with veteran mathematics teachers, Carnegie Learning is helping to re-invent the way we teach math, empowering students to produce significantly improved math scores in a diverse spectrum of school districts across the nation. By constantly innovating and developing new ways for students to learn, Carnegie Learning is ensuring schools, teachers and students achieve greater success. Carnegie Learning, Inc. is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
#### Contact: Mary Murrin 888-851-7094 X176
Carnegie Learning Announces National Math Institute 2011 Second Annual Math Educator Event Arrives in Texas, July 10-13 PITTSBURGH, PA - May 3, 2011 – Carnegie Learning announces the second annual Carnegie Learning® National Math Institute, an intensive three-day professional development institute focused on raising middle school and high school student achievement in math. Meeting in Grapevine, Texas July 10-13, math educators from around the country will learn about a student-centered approach to middle school and secondary mathematics instruction.
Carnegie Learning teachers, leaders and administrators will share best practices in:
Effective mathematics instructional strategies for middle school and high school
Increased mathematics content knowledge to support individual student learning
Implementing successful standards-based, student-centered classroom
Applying tools to monitor and sustain a successful Carnegie Learning implementation
Last year’s National Math Institute drew more than 185 teachers and school leaders from Houston Independent School District, Kent School District in Washington State, the Detroit Academy of Arts & Sciences, and Knox County Board of Education in Knoxville, TN, among other districts.
“The National Math Institute was a powerful experience,” said Brandy King, classroom teacher in the School District of the City of Highland Park, Michigan. “It was great to attend Professional Development sessions with other teachers who are using the curriculum and having the same classroom experiences I am. It was refreshing to share concerns and ideas with other teachers from across the country and I left with a renewed desire to implement the Carnegie curriculum with fidelity.” -- more --
Attendance is open to teachers and administrators dedicated to improving math performance for students in grades 6-12. Attendees who complete a final assignment demonstrating the integration of theory and practice in a classroom application will receive two graduate credits in math education. “Again this year, we are humbled by the power of bringing together hundreds of teachers and leaders committed to mathematics excellence in schools,” said Erin Simmons, vice president, marketing and educational services for Carnegie Learning. “It is our privilege to host an event that provides a forum for increased professional learning and collegiality.”
Keynote speakers and distinguished presenters for the 2011 National Math Institute include Margaret Smith, Ed.D. professor, University of Pittsburgh School of Education; Suzanne Plaut, Ed.D., vice president of education, Public Education and Business Coalition; Richard Allen, Ph.D. author and founder, Impact Learning, Inc.; John Antonetti, former director of K-12 curriculum, Sheridan School District in Arkansas; Russell Gersten, Ph.D. executive director of the instructional research group; Wendy Ward Hoffer, director of education, Public Education & Business Coalition. Advance registration is open at http://nmi.carnegielearning.com. About Carnegie Learning, Inc. (www.carnegielearning.com) Carnegie Learning, Inc. is a leading publisher of innovative, research-based math curricula for middle school, high school, and post-secondary students. Providing differentiated instruction to schools across the United States, Carnegie Learning is helping students to succeed in math, creating a gateway to graduation and preparing them for the 21st century. Founded by cognitive and computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University in conjunction with veteran mathematics teachers, Carnegie Learning is helping to re-invent the way we teach math, empowering students to produce significantly improved math scores in a diverse spectrum of school districts across the nation. By constantly innovating and developing new ways for students to learn, Carnegie Learning is ensuring schools, teachers and students achieve greater success. Carnegie Learning, Inc. is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
#### Contact: Mary Murrin 888-851-7094 X176
