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Identifying, Preventing, and Resolving Academic Integrity in Online and Hybrid Mathematics Courses

Jerry Shawver - FSCJ

Since the pandemic, many professors have observed a significant rise in academic dishonesty. This presentation addresses the identification, prevention, and resolution of academic integrity issues in both synchronous and asynchronous mathematics classrooms. It begins by outlining common indicators of academic dishonesty and then offers strategies for preventing cheating. Given the prevalence of cheating in mathematics courses, the presentation also discusses effective methods for addressing and resolving incidents of academic dishonesty. Input from colleagues is welcome as we collectively strive to refocus students on learning mathematics rather than relying on apps.

South Campus, M2105
Hybrid
6:00 P.M-6:50 P.M.
PD 2259
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Python for Statistical Programming and Analytics

David Singletary and Pamela Brauda - FSCJ

This session introduces statistical analysis, data visualization, and simple machine learning models using the Python programming language. Participants will learn to use libraries like numpy, pandas, matplotlib, seaborn, and scikit-learn. The workshop includes hands-on exercises in descriptive statistics, visualizations, and applying linear regression.

**LAPTOP RECOMMENDED

South Campus, M2108
Face-to-Face
6:00 P.M-7:50 P.M. (This session is a 110-minute workshop)
PD 2261
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Undergraduate Research in Mathematics: The Early College Years

Mike Long - Polk State College

Undergraduate research programs in mathematics during the early college years, including dual enrollment, are growing in numbers. The presenter, before joining the faculty at Polk State, helped to launch a successful undergraduate research program in STEM at a two-year college. The presenter will share information on how to launch a research program including: recruiting strategies; selection of appropriate topics; ways of actually carving out time to do the research with students and then doing it; ideas for publicly presenting the research; and getting the research into print. Former research students will also share their research journey, how participating in research has impacted them, and some of their own results.

South Campus, M2102
Face-to-Face
6:00 P.M-6:50 P.M.
PD 2260
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Strive to Derive

Caroline Sampson - FSCJ

Let's increase academic rigor and mathematical understanding for our students by teaching them to derive formulae from definitions. I will share proofs and derivations that I include in my classes from developmental education through calculus. I will also ask you to share yours.

South Campus, M2102
Face-to-Face
7:00 P.M-7:50 P.M.
PD 2262
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Study Abroad at FSCJ

Cindy Robinson - FSCJ

This session will share information about Study Abroad Programs at FSCJ. An overview of Study Abroad at FSCJ and the process for developing a Study Abroad Program within your discipline or department will be discussed. Information on developing a successful Study Abroad Proposal, recruiting participants, and funding options are all key elements of the presentation and will be discussed along with other best practices.

South Campus, M2105
Hybrid
7:00 P.M-7:50 P.M.
PD 2238
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Two Unexpected Results from Probability for Elementary Statistic

Christian Bowers - Edward Waters University

This presentation will explain two classic probability problems with unexpected results that can be covered in an Elementary Statistics course. Problem one is the Monty Hall problem with an illustrative solution and simulation to verify the result. The second problem involves Bayes’ Theorem with a mammography screening example using the traditional method of explanation with probabilities and a more intuitive explanation using diagrams and frequencies from a hypothetical population. An application involving a prenatal screening test will be investigated.

South Campus, M2103
Face-to-Face
7:00 P.M-7:25 P.M.
PD 2263
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Euclidean Algorithm and Extended Euclidean Algorithm

Yonas Getahun - FSCJ

An efficient method of finding the greatest common divisor and expressing gcd(a, b) as a linear combination of a and b.

South Campus, M2102
Face-to-Face
10:00 A.M-10:25 A.M.
PD 2266
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From Monologue to Dialogue: Effective Strategies for Student Engagement

Brian Dopson - FSCJ

This training will inspire teachers to consider the foundational strategies that facilitate high levels of student talk in the classroom. Student talk, especially in Math, becomes highly beneficial when combined with lecture to ensure learning is actually taking place.

South Campus, M2108
Face-to-Face
10:00 A.M-11:50 A.M. (This session is a 110-minute workshop)
PD 2268
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PBS Learning Media for Mathematics K – 12

Andrew Williams - PBS

PBS Learning Media will help bring math concepts to life through interactive games, animations, and great media resources. Our collection helps your students understand concepts in engaging ways, such as calculating the area of a circle using pizza and math memory games! Search by grade level and subject to find the perfect activities to enrich your math class.

South Campus, M2103
Face-to-Face
10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.
PD 2267
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Uncheatable Test Questions

Caroline Sampson - FSCJ

Professor Sampson will share test-writing techniques learned at AMATYC. Attendees will be asked to share their own techniques.

South Campus, M2105
Hybrid
10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.
PD 2071
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Using ALEKS in the MGF and Stats Pathway

Andrew Kennon - FSCJ

Professor Kennon has been using ALEKS in the new MGF classes for three semesters now. Come get an update on how ALEKS is being integrated in these classes to drive student engagement and success! Plus hear about new features in ALEKS such as Integrated Excel!

Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lakeside Room
Hybrid
10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.
PD 2265
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A Face for Radio, a Voice for Print: Updated

Rob Wilkison, Andrea Selkirk, and Breana Kinchen - FSCJ

This presentation covers our experiences in producing digital multimedia for YouTube, integrated QR code flash cards, for enhanced student learning. With QR codes linked to YouTube, we are able to deliver specific content to students with minimal barriers to student access. Whether equations, word problems or short passages, flash cards with imbedded QR codes allows for immediate feedback/help. Teachers and tutors can create digital activities that will make learning more engaging resulting in students developing required skills and becoming active in their own learning from this hands-on workshop. You can follow our process on a laptop.

South Campus, M2107
Face-to-Face
11:00 A.M-11:50 A.M.
PD 2272
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Android App Development Fundamentals

Petero Kwizera - Edwards Waters University and FSCJ

Mobile Apps have become ubiquitous with applications ranging from small to enterprise scale applications. In this presentation, I will highlight how simple Android App mobile applications can be developed. These include Car Wash, Tech Gadgets, Aloha Music, Child Bank (Piggy Bank), Chicago City Guide, Concert Tickets, and Medical Calculator. The purpose will be to highlight the types of educational technology-related activities showing how App development can stimulate interest in math and IT among the youth and bring out transformation that can encourage them to build productive careers in the fields of Math and Information Technology.

South Campus, Online
Virtual
11:00 A.M-11:25 A.M.
PD 2273
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Polynomials as Numbers

Luke Brown - FSCJ

If we consider polynomials as based on numbers, we may be able to better connect concepts and processes when introducing this fundamental algebra topic in our courses. We'll view the construction of polynomials through the lens of whole numbers and apply adapted arithmetic from numbers to polynomials to mirror mathematical mechanics that students already (hopefully) find familiar and comfortable to build stronger algebra foundations.

South Campus, M2105
Hybrid
11:00 A.M-11:50 A.M.
PD 2269
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The Number Line Reimagined

Mike Long - Polk State College

Undergraduate research programs in mathematics during the early college years, including dual enrollment, are growing in numbers. The presenter, before joining the faculty at Polk State, helped to launch a successful undergraduate research program in STEM at a two-year college. The presenter will share information on how to launch a research program including: recruiting strategies; selection of appropriate topics; ways of actually carving out time to do the research with students and then doing it; ideas for publicly presenting the research; and getting the research into print. Former research students will also share their research journey, how participating in research has impacted them, and some of their own results.

South Campus, M2102
Face-to-Face
11:00 A.M-11:50 A.M.
PD 2270
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Using Codap to Strengthen Students’ Crtiical Thinking and Problem Solving

Killy Kim, Kelle George-Grizzell, Nancy Eschen, Le’Titia Parsons-Davis - FSCJ

In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students is more crucial than ever. This interactive workshop will demonstrate how to effectively incorporate Codap, an innovative online platform, into mathematics instruction to enhance these essential skills. Participants will engage in hands-on activities designed to promote collaborative learning, exploration, and deeper understanding of mathematical concepts.

**LAPTOP RECOMMENDED

South Campus, M2103
Face-to-Face
11:00 A.M-11:50 A.M.
PD 2271
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An Overview of MGF1130 and MGF1131

Nancy Eschen, Bobbie Harman, an Caroline Sampson - FSCJ

This presentation will provide an in-depth overview of the two new courses, MGF 1130 (Mathematics for Liberal Arts I) and MGF 1131 (Mathematics for Liberal Arts II). The session will cover the course objectives, key topics, and the pedagogical approaches used to engage students. Additionally, we will explore various strategies for incorporating activities and projects that enhance learning and foster critical thinking. Attendees will leave with several practical ideas for activities and projects that can be implemented in their own classrooms.

South Campus, M2105
Hybrid
1:00 P.M-1:50 P.M.
PD 1850
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Bagging and Random Forests Statistical Learning Decision Tree Algorithms

Petero Kwizera - Edward Waters University and FSCJ

A decorrelation improvement on bagging ( Bootstrap Aggregation) results in random forests. At each split, a random sample of m predictors is chosen. I report how the test error depends on the number of trees ranging from 5 to 5000 for m ranging from m=2 to m=12 for the Boston data set that has p =12 predictors. Using R-programming random forests was applied to the data set using selected mtry =2 to mtry =12 for ntree ranging from 5 to 5,000. A plot displaying the test error resulting from the random forests on this data set is reported.

South Campus, Online
Virtual
1:00 P.M-1:25 P.M.
PD 2277
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Mathematical Induction Revisited

Wei-Kai Lai - University of South Carolina Salkehatchie

Mathematical Induction is a special type of proof. Besides the regular induction and the strong induction we usually cover in an intro to proof course, there are actually several variations. Cauchy first introduced the technique of forward-backward induction and used it to prove the AM-GM inequality. In Mathematical Olympiad Competition, some problems involving nested radicals can be easily solved using another type of backward induction. There is also a variation focusing on a statement with multiple variables too. In this talk we will use examples to introduce these not-so-commonly used variations. Hopefully, after the talk you will be able to use that in your teaching or in your research.

South Campus, M2107
Face-to-Face
1:00 P.M-1:25 P.M.
PD 2276
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Odds and Ends

Bill Meisel - FSCJ

Join Professor Meisel as he covers a bunch of small topics, none of which is long enough to warrant their own talk. Do you know how to construct a residue design? Do you know how to use hyperbolic functions to solve cubic equations? Do you know what extended synthetic division is? Do you know the Pulveriser method of completing the square? Do you know complementary multiplication? All of these topics and more will be discussed. I will even show you a game you can play by yourself if you are bored during a lecture!

South Campus, M2102
Face-to-Face
1:00 P.M-1:50 P.M.
PD 2274
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Students Reflect on their Alternative Assessment Experiences

Shelletta Baker - FSCJ

During this session, FSCJ students previously enrolled in STA 2023 will reflect on their alternative assessment learning experiences. Students will describe: (a) what they learned, (b) the hands-on activities they engaged in, and (c) how the experiences were applicable to their lives.

South Campus, M2103
Face-to-Face
1:00 P.M-1:50 P.M.
PD 2275
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Higher Math in Open-Source Video Game Programming

Tyler Johnson - FSCJ Student

This presentation goes over the use of Abstract Algebra, Trigonometry, Physics, and introductory Calculus in programming, especially as it relates to the C# Language, and its use in programming video games. The presenter will demonstrate the relationship between Academic Math and Programming Math.

South Campus, M2107
Face-to-Face
2:00 P.M-2:50 P.M.
PD 2281
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Really Simple Syllabus

Brandi Bleak and Jody Taylor - FSCJ

In this workshop, participants will learn about the benefits of transitioning to the new syllabus platform, navigate the instructor dashboard to effectively edit their own syllabi, access syllabi from Canvas and how to easily submit once complete. We’ll also review how to copy over content into future terms, review student engagement, and provide support resources. 

South Campus, Online
Hybrid
2:00 P.M-2:50 P.M.
PD 2180
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Scholarly Math Presentation (Title TBA)

Scott Hochwald - UNF

Description TBA

South Campus, M2105
Hybrid
2:00 P.M-2:50 P.M.
PD 2278
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The Center of a Graph

Jessica Marconi - FSCJ

In graph theory, the center of a graph provides a critical perspective on network connectivity and node centrality by identifying vertices that minimize the maximum distance to all other nodes. This presentation explores the theoretical underpinnings and computational aspects of the center of a graph, emphasizing its applications in network design, facility location problems, and social network analysis.

South Campus, M2102
Face-to-Face
2:00 P.M-2:50 P.M.
PD 2279
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Two Unexpected Results from Probability for Elementary Statistics

Christian Bowers - Edward Waters University

This presentation will explain two classic probability problems with unexpected results that can be covered in an Elementary Statistics course. Problem one is the Monty Hall problem with an illustrative solution and simulation to verify the result. The second problem involves Bayes’ Theorem with a mammography screening example using the traditional method of explanation with probabilities and a more intuitive explanation using diagrams and frequencies from a hypothetical population. An application involving a prenatal screening test will be investigated.

South Campus, M2103
Face-to-Face
2:00 P.M-2:25 P.M.
PD 2280
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