Back to Departmental Colloquium: Fall 2009
Departmental Colloquium
Date: Thursday, Oct 8, 2009
Time: 4:15PM
Location: JWB 335
Deborah Ball
University of Michigan
Title |
Improving Outcomes in Mathematics and Science: Making Change Work |
Abstract |
Deborah Ball has been involved in mathematics education at many levels, from elementary school teacher, through teacher educator, to Dean of a School of Education. She is among the very few who deserve and enjoy genuine and deep respect from both research communities, in mathematics and education. Her research focuses on the nature of mathematical knowledge, and the development of measures that make possible the relationship among mathematical knowledge, quality of teaching and student performance. She has long been involved in the study of interventions designed to improve quality and effectiveness of mathematical instruction. Dr. Ball has served on many international commissions, and is at present on the National Mathematics Advisory Panel. In this talk, Dr. Ball will discuss what we know about interventions that work, why they work, and ways in which serious change can be effected. |
Applied Mathematics