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Math Conference 2024

Overview

Every spring, FSCJ hosts a Math Conference to provide a forum - for K-12, college mathematics educators, and those who support them - to learn from one another, share ideas and resources, and to effectively prepare students in basic and higher-level mathematical skills.

Program

  • Agenda

    Thursday, January 25th, 2024, FSCJ South Campus
    Times Event Location
    4:30 P.M.-4:55 P.M. Check-in begins for FSCJ Student Math Competition Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lobby
    5:00 P.M.-5:50 P.M. FSCJ Student Math Competition Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lakeside Room
    5:30 P.M. Conference registration and check-in begins Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lobby
    6:00 P.M.-6:50 P.M. Session #1 Assorted Building M Classrooms and Virtual Meeting rooms
    7:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M. Session #2 Assorted Building M Classrooms and Virtual Meeting rooms
    Friday, January 26th, 2024, FSCJ South Campus
    Times Event Location
    8:00 A.M. Registration and breakfast Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lobby
    8:40 A.M. Opening remarks Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lakeside Room
    9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M. Session #3 Assorted Building M Classrooms, Lakeside Room, and Virtual Meeting rooms
    10:00 A.M.-10:50 A.M. Session #4 Assorted Building M Classrooms, Lakeside Room, and Virtual Meeting rooms
    11:00 A.M. Lunch Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lakeside Room
    11:30 A.M.-12:20 P.M. Keynote Speaker Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lakeside Room
    12:30 P.M.-1:20 P.M. Session #5 Assorted Building M Classrooms and Virtual Meeting rooms
    1:30 P.M.-2:20 P.M. Session #6 Assorted Building M Classrooms and Virtual Meeting rooms
    2:30 P.M. Conference ends  
  • How to Register

    1. All participants register here.
    2. Click on the Submenu Item Tabs (Example: "Keynote Speaker," "Session #1, #2, #3," etc.) within this panel to find course listings / events.
    3. For FSCJ Employees, within a course listing / event, click the "Register Now" link to enroll.
  • Jan 25th
    Session #1, 6:00 P.M.-6:50 P.M.

    A Face for Radio, a Voice for Print: Digital Multi-Media


    Rob Wilkison and Andrea Selkirk - FSCJ

    This presentation covers our experiences in producing digital multimedia for YouTube, integrated QR code flash cards, and TedEd interactive quizzes and note-taking for enhanced student learning. With QR codes linked to YouTube and TedEx, we are able to deliver specific content to students with minimal barriers to student access. Career pathways are dependent on learning basic computer skills. 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, M2102
    Face-to-Face
    6:00 P.M-6:50 P.M.
    PD 2102

    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, Room M2108
    Face-to-Face
    6:00 P.M.-6:50 P.M.
    PD 2071

    Helping Students Reacclimate to In-person Learning


    Mike Long - Polk State College

    As in-person mathematics learning has returned, novel student behaviors and struggles have emerged. After identifying these behaviors and struggles and sharing accompanying data, practices to support students in modifying these behaviors and in overcoming their struggles will be shared with the ultimate goals being improved mathematics learning and success.

    South Campus, Room M2105
    In-Person
    6:00 P.M.-6:50 P.M.
    PD 2070

    Using ALEKS and the New MGFs


    Andrew Kennon - FSCJ

    Come learn how ALEKS will be incorporated in the new MGF Classes!

    South Campus, Lakeside Room
    Hybrid (given in-person but also available to an online audience)
    6:00 P.M.-6:50 P.M.
    PD 2069

  • Jan 25th
    Session #2, 7:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.

    Student Panel on Strategies that Promote a Math Growth Mindset


    Ruth Dellinger-Young - FSCJ

    Come learn from our students themselves. A student panel will share teaching strategies with the audience that allowed them to overcome their mathematical struggles and fears and successfully conquer their math courses!

    Virtual
    7:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.
    PD 1846

    Teaching with Statistical Software, Creating Data, and Answer Keys for Free!


    Christian Bowers - Edward Waters University

    In this presentation, faculty will be given a walkthrough on how to use jamovi, a new “3rd generation” statistical spreadsheet that is available as a free desktop version or can be used for free in the cloud directly from any web browser. In addition, faculty will be shown how to make unique data sets for students with corresponding answer keys using R Markdown. There is also a tutorial hosted on a website that faculty can use as a reference if they would like to implement these ideas in their own courses.

    **It is recommended that participants bring a laptop.

    South Campus, Room M2108
    Face-to-Face
    7:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.
    PD 2073

    The Mathematics of Music


    Caroline Sampson - FSCJ

    Mathematics is a language that humans have developed to define and explain the world around us. Music is also a language that humans have developed. Let's explore the relationship between them.

    South Campus, Lakeside Room
    Face-to-Face
    7:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.
    PD 1845

    The QueST for Better Online Learning


    Lyn Noble - FSCJ

    QueST (Quality e-Learning for Students and Teachers), the College's Quality Enhancement Plan, focuses on improving student success in online classes by ensuring students are prepared for online learning and that faculty have the expertise to provide a high-quality online course. One component of this, which the Department of Education requires of “distance education” courses, is regular and substantive interaction between students and faculty.  In this roundtable participants will discuss what is meant by regular and substantive interaction and share ideas on how we are, or can, meet this requirement.

    South Campus, Room M2102
    Face-to-Face
    7:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.
    PD 2072

  • Jan 26th
    Session #3, 9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.

    Bridging the Knowledge Gap and Encouraging Equity with Alta’s Dynamic Remediation


    Margaret Villagomez and Whitney Porter - Wiley Knewton Alta

    The mission of Wiley’s affordable, accessible, and adaptive learning platform, Alta, is to bridge knowledge gaps and put achievement within reach for all students. In this presentation, we will explore how the power of adaptive learning can bridge prerequisite knowledge gaps and address state curriculum requirements without asking instructors to stretch themselves even further than they already do. Integral to this discussion will be an exploration of the qualitative and quantitative data about the success of Alta and adaptive learning as an equitable solution for students across all levels of math in higher education. We will give special attention to courses that are under review as a part of the Florida math redesign.

    South Campus, Lakeside Room
    Hybrid (given in-person but also available to an online audience)
    9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.
    PD 2074

    Crash Course in Complex Analysis Part One


    Bill Meisel - FSCJ

    By popular demand (believe it or not), Professor Meisel is bringing back this presentation from 2016. In this updated version, he will cover the basics of complex numbers, polar form, De Moivre’s Theorem, the complex exponential and trigonometric functions, the complex logarithm, the Cauchy-Riemann equations, analytic functions, and derivatives of complex functions.

    South Campus, M2102
    Face-to-Face
    9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.
    PD 2076

    Faster, Clearer, Richer Feedback for your Math Courses- Overview of Möbius Assessment tools with Digital Ed


    Steve Abouldahab - DigitalEd.com

    Join us for a presentation as we show you how to transform your paper-based assignments into powerful learning experiences by digitizing your workflow and how you can deliver fully customizable digital content that allows your students to have infinite opportunities to practice and receive immediate feedback with our Möbius products.

    Virtual
    9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.
    PD 2116

    The Principles of Adult Learning and Their Applications to MGF Courses


    Marcia Lamkin and Caroline Sampson - FSCJ

    Dr. Lamkin and Professor Sampson will share the principles of adult learning as they are encouraged by activities and projects in MGF1130 and 1131.

    South Campus, M2222
    Hybrid (given in-person but also available to an online audience)
    9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.
    PD 2075

    Project-based Learning in Undergraduate Mathematics


    Nancy Eschen and Amber Arroyo - FSCJ

    This session will highlight the use of research in undergraduate mathematics as a tool for project-based learning. Samples of student projects will be available for the audience to review.

    South Campus, M2108
    Face-to-Face
    9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.
    PD 1844

    Using Reflection Activities to Foster Student Accountability


    Shelletta Baker - FSCJ

    Reflection is a powerful tool that can improve mathematics according to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. And because emotions play a critical part in student learning, this session will highlight strategies used by Dr. Shelletta Baker in her mathematics courses including: MAC 1105, MAT 1033, MAC 1140 and STA 2023. During the session participants will discuss their feelings about teaching mathematics and engage in reflection activities. Also, participants will leave with practical tips and resources that can immediately by applied in their teaching practices.

    South Campus, M2105
    Face-to-Face
    9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.
    PD 2077

  • Jan 26th
    Session #4, 10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.

    AI in Higher Education Transforming Learning and Assignments


    Nancy Eschen, Amber Arroyo, and Constantino Ventresca Lugo (student) - FSCJ

    This presentation has two parts. In the first part of this presentation, you will hear from an FSCJ honors scholar, Constantino Ventresca Lugo, who will illustrate how college students can harness artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their learning and comprehension of course materials. By leveraging AI-driven tools and platforms, students can access personalized study resources, engage in adaptive quizzes, and receive tailored feedback. This approach fosters active learning, enables self-paced exploration, and optimizes the retention of critical knowledge. Attendees will discover practical applications of AI in education, offering students a dynamic and efficient means to navigate complex subject matter. 

    In the second part of this presentation, FSCJ professors Nancy Eschen and Amber Arroyo, will showcase the innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) in crafting conference-worthy project-based learning assignments for college courses. By harnessing AI-driven tools and platforms, educators can design assignments that align with curriculum objectives, tailor content to student needs, evaluate performance with precision, and prepare students to showcase their work in academic forums. This approach optimizes learning experiences, promotes engagement, and fosters critical thinking skills. Attendees will gain insights into the practical implementation of AI-enhanced project-based learning, enhancing their ability to create dynamic and adaptive assignments that inspire students while advancing their knowledge in diverse academic disciplines.

    **It is recommended that participants bring a laptop.

    South Campus, M2108
    Face-to-Face
    10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.
    PD 2081

    Crash Course in Complex Analysis Part Two


    Bill Meisel - FSCJ

    By popular demand (believe it or not), Professor Meisel is bringing back this presentation from 2016. In this updated version, he will cover residues, Cauchy’s Integral Formula, and using complex integration to solve several quite difficult real valued integrals. It is recommended that you attend part 1 if you plan to attend part 2.

    South Campus, M2102
    Face-to-Face
    10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.
    PD 2079

    FlatWorld Publishing’s Engaging, Affordable, and Accessible Textbooks


    Maisie Davis - Flatworld Publishing

    FlatWorld will be presenting our clear and concisely written mathematics textbooks, how to best utilize our materials to engage your students in and out of the classroom and demonstrate the auto-grading homework tool within Canvas. All for an affordable price for your students! Come see why over 2,000 colleges and universities are choosing FlatWorld!

    South Campus, M2222
    Hybrid (given in-person but also available to an online audience)
    10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.
    PD 2078

    Modeling and Teaching Mindfulness for Math Anxiety


    Manisha Ranade - Santa Fe College

    Among college students, Math anxiety is a major stumbling block to success. It affects learning of new concepts and retention of old material. Anxiety affects physical health via decreased immunity. Besides students, professors and college administrators also suffer from ongoing stress. Mindfulness is one way to relieve anxiety and is a secular, accessible and equitable practice. In this hands-on workshop, we will introduce mindfulness practice, followed by resources to take it to the classroom. There will be a guided practice as well as an interactive portion. At the end, participants will devise an action plan to incorporate these practices.

    South Campus, M2105
    Face-to-Face
    10:00 A.M-10:50 A.M.
    PD 2080

  • Jan 26th
    Keynote Speaker, 11:30 A.M.-12:20 P.M.

    Jesse Stomel portraitDr. Julie Meer Phelps

    Dr. Julie Meer Phelps is the Standards Committee Chair (IMPACT) for AMATYC and is leading the charge of creating the process for keeping the AMATYC IMPACT content alive. She is also involved with the myAMATYC.org and helping IMPACT Live! continue to focus on information that matters to our members. Additionally, she is involved in the Teaching for PROWESS project. The project is a joint venture with AMATYC and NSF to promote active learning and transformational change in the first two years of college mathematics. Julie has been a professor of Mathematics at Valencia College in Orlando, Florida since 1997.

    Who’s Doing the Thinking? Lessons Learned While Implementing “Building Thinking Classrooms”


    Do your students say, “Can we stay longer?” “Let me prove to you why I’m right,” or “How come nobody ever told me to think like this before?” Join the presenter as she shares lessons from STEM mathematics courses and lessons learned while designing the co-requisite courses with plans to implement "Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC)."

    FSCJ Nathan H. Wilson Center, Lakeside Room
    Hybrid (given in-person but also available to an online audience)
    PD 2105
    11:30 A.M.-12:20 P.M.

  • Jan 26th
    Session #5, 12:30 P.M.-1:20 P.M.

    Exploring Lumen One for Mathematical Thinking in Context


    Caroline Sampson - FSCJ, Maxim Asher Young - Lumen Learning

    Come learn about the Lumen One courseware and the teaching and learning resources that support it. Caroline Sampson will be co-presenting to share why she and her colleagues chose to partner with Lumen Learning to redesign this course.

    South Campus, M2222
    Hybrid (given in-person but also available to an online audience)
    12:30 P.M.-1:20 P.M.
    PD 2083

    Keeping it REALS: A Pedagogical Framework for High-Impact Practices


    Jametoria Burton, Daniel Cronrath, Aaron Hanlin, and Cynthia Robinson - FSCJ

    The FSCJ Honors Program has adopted the REALS Framework that emphasizes a number of high-impact practices that promote both student learning and engagement. In this presentation, faculty, staff, and students will discuss various approaches in integrating these practices into courses across all disciplines.

    South Campus, M2105
    Face-to-Face
    12:30 P.M.-1:20 P.M.
    PD 2106

    Make Calculus Easier with Infinitesimals


    Matthew Mitchell - FSCJ

    The creators of Calculus often developed their ideas using infinitesimals, positive numbers that are smaller than any real number. These numbers generated a lot of skepticism among mathematicians as they were very hard to define rigorously. In the 1960's,  Abraham Robinson developed the techniques to put infinitesimals on a firm mathematical foundation. This talk will show how the use of infinitesimals make certain topics in Calculus much easier for students to understand.

    South Campus, M2102
    Face-to-Face
    12:30 P.M.-1:20 P.M.
    PD 2084

    Teaching with Statistical Software, Creating Data, and Answer Keys for Free!


    Christian Bowers - Edward Waters University

    In this presentation, faculty will be given a walkthrough on how to use jamovi, a new “3rd generation” statistical spreadsheet that is available as a free desktop version or can be used for free in the cloud directly from any web browser. In addition, faculty will be shown how to make unique data sets for students with corresponding answer keys using R Markdown. There is also a tutorial hosted on a website that faculty can use as a reference if they would like to implement these ideas in their own courses.

    **It is recommended that participants bring a laptop.

    South Campus, M2108
    Face-to-Face
    12:30 P.M.-1:20 P.M.
    PD 2073

    Tree Based Methods in Qualitative and Quantitative Statistics: An introduction


    Petero Kwizera - FSCJ / Edward Waters University

    Tree based methods can be used for regression analysis of quantitative variables and for classification of qualitative variables. Trees involve segmenting the predictor space into a number of regions. Then for quantitative variables the mean or the mode of the response value is used as the outcome for each region. In contrast, for qualitative variables, the classification is performed by majority vote. To improve accuracy, multiple trees are combined to generate ensemble approaches at the expense of some loss in interpretation. The ensemble tree algorithms that will be explored are Bagging, Random Forests, Boosting, and Bayesian Additive Regression Trees. 

    Virtual
    12:30 P.M.-1:20 P.M.
    PD 2085

  • Jan 26th
    Session #6, 1:30 P.M.-2:20 P.M.

    Compounding is Power


    Mitchell Velasco - FSCJ

    The power of compounding can be applied to investing and saving for future goals. Financial Literacy of this concept is an essential survival skill.

    South Campus, M2108
    Face-to-Face
    1:30 P.M.-2:20 P.M.
    PD 2087

    Helping Students Reacclimate to In-person Learning


    Mike Long - Polk State College

    As in-person mathematics learning has returned, novel student behaviors and struggles have emerged. After identifying these behaviors and struggles and sharing accompanying data, practices to support students in modifying these behaviors and in overcoming their struggles will be shared with the ultimate goals being improved mathematics learning and success.

    South Campus, M2105
    Face-to-Face
    1:30 P.M.-2:20 P.M.
    PD 2070

    Mathematical Surprises


    Scott Hochwald - UNF

    This talk will be comprised of results I didn't expect to be true, proofs that shouldn't work, proofs that seem like magic, and hard questions with unforeseen answers.  The content will come from Number Theory, Linear Algebra, Calculus, and Geometry.

    South Campus, M2222
    Hybrid (given in-person but also available to an online audience)
    1:30 P.M.-2:20 P.M.
    PD 2086

    Student Technology Problems and Technology Tips


    Thomas Lewis and Jody Taylor – FSCJ

    This presentation will provide attendees a place to learn, address, and discuss common questions that students may have with technology at FSCJ and how to provide help when they can. We will begin with a presentation that walks attendees through the resources available to staff and students, the processes in place to give feedback to Canvas, and answers to some of the most common questions we hear about. The EdTech team will share tips we’ve learned through our experiences, then invite open the floor and invite you to do the same. We’ll ask that you come ready to share your experiences so that we can collaborate to help solve the technology problems you’ve experienced in your own classes.

    Virtual
    1:30 P.M.-2:20 P.M.
    PD 3432

  • Vendors

    • Brainfuse FlatWorld Knowledge
    • DigitalEd
    • FlatWorld Knowledge
    • Lumen Learning
    • McGraw Hill
    • Pearson
    • Wiley
  • Sponsors

    • Breakfast provided by: Lumen Learning



    • Snacks provided by: FlatWorld Knowledge



    • Lunch provided by: Brainfuse Online Tutoring, Compute-This!, Dorado Graphix, Nassau County Economic Development Board, Wiley, and Winn-Dixie




      Nassau County Economic Development Board