Absolute Values
This question set explains the definition of absolute values in piecewise notation. The properties of absolute values will then be explored, including those with inequalities.
Phases of the Moon: Part II
Have you looked up at the Moon and wondered what causes the Moon’s phases? We all know that the Moon’s appearance seems to change over the course of a Month, but why? This is part 2 in the series of question sets.
MSTLTT Team Wishes You a Great Year!
Dear BC Science and Mathematics Teachers, Teachers-to be, Students, and Parents: We hope you have had a fantasic summer and you were able to recharge your batteries before this new year. On behalf of the MSTLTT Team I would like to wish you a very productive, successful and intellectually fulfilling new academic year. We hope it […]
Measurement: Volume
The following set of questions will explore how to best compare and measure using non-standard units of measurement in relation to the volume (capacity) of objects.
Measurement: Mass II
This set of questions explores the measurement of mass (weight) using nonstandard units of measurement, estimation and ordering.
Measurement: Mass I
The following set of questions will explore how to best compare and measure using non-standard units of measurement in relation to the mass (weight) of objects.
Blended Learning Tutorial – Canvas
This Tutorial explores educational technology (Canvas Course (Learning) Management System) that can help educators create blended learning environment. As discussed in this tutorial, a modern LMS performs three important educational functions: Facilitates the consistent delivery of course content; Provides a structure for course management; and Provides the educational institution with powerful tools for curriculum development, […]
Google Apps Tutorial for Math & Science Education
https://sites.google.com/site/gafetutorialg3/ It is an excellent online tutorial on how to use Google Apps (Google Drive, etc.) in mathematics and science classroom.
Khan Academy and Flipped Classroom in STEM
This is a different approach to an Professional Development Resource for science and mathematics teachers. This is a YouTube Channel that focuses on the Khan Academy and the opportunities to create Flipped Classrooms. This channel was created as part of the ETEC 533 graduate course on Mathematics and Science Teaching and Learning through Technology. […]
Exploring GeoGebra – a Free Modeling Software
This is another excellent resource for teachers who want to help students understand mathematics (both algebra and geometry) at a much deeper experiential level. This FREE resource that teachers and students can use both inside and outside of mathematics and science classrooms will be great for both mathematics and science courses, where students are required […]
Student Response Systems Tutorial for Math and Science Teachers
This is another excellent tutorial created by the mathematics and science teachers in the Educational Technology in Mathematics and Science Graduate course (ETEC 533) at UBC Master in Educational Technology Program. This tutorial will help teachers get started with Student Response Systems often referred to as clickers. As you will see in the tutorial, you […]
Edmodo in Mathematics & Science Classroom
Another excellent resource for mathematics and science teachers created by UBC’s ETEC 533 graduate students is Edmodo Tutorial. Edmodo is a Course Management System used today in many classrooms. If you think you would like to know what it is and how it might work for your classroom, please check it out. This tutorial is […]
Using iPADs in Mathematics and Science
Summer is the best time to explore new technologies and learn new things you might want to try next year in your classroom. This friendly tutorial on the use of iPads in elementary mathematics and science classroom was created by the graduate students (who are also mathematics and science teachers) in ETEC 533 summer graduate […]
Measurement: Length
The following set of questions will explore how to best compare and measure using non-standard units of measurement in relation to the length of objects.
Measurement: Calendar
This problem set deals with the ability to understand the days of the week and months of the year.