Social Consciousness Meets Design Thinking and PBL: Exploring Housing Insecurity
National Board Certified Educator
San Jose, CA
United States
Krystal Jones (formerly Carter), National Board Certified in early adolescent mathematics, has taught math in Silicon Valley for over 20 years. She is interested in empowering those who have been marginalized and building students' appreciation of mathematics as a language for social awareness, particularly through global problem-based learning experiences.
Thu, 10/16: 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
27
Workshop
27
Workshop
75 Minutes
Omni Hotel
Published Room: Dogwood B
Description
How does it feel to lack reliable shelter? What is one city's response? Dive into a project that addresses these questions through a math lens while introducing Silicon Valley students to their city's "Tiny Homes for the Homeless" initiative. Walk through three project iterations and a collaboration with the local nonprofit Destination Home. You will engage in project activities, see sample student work, and apply design thinking to mathematize problems relevant in your locale.
Audience
6 to 8
Session Content Level
Introduction to the Topic
Strands
Deep Content Knowledge/Mathematical Practices/Routines