Saturday, December 16, 2006

The Algebra Project

I've heard of Bob Moses and The Algebra Project before, but never have I heard about the use of graphing calculators in the program. I'd be interested in seeing how they're used, because outside of a headless Barbie doll I can't imagine a less useful tool for learning Algebra.

But Moses is definitely correct about the importance of teaching algebra to all students.

2 comments:

CaliforniaTeacherGuy said...

"A headless Barbie doll." Priceless image! I'll be dreaming of her tonight...

Anonymous said...

I've "taught" seniors algebra with a graphing calculator. I use taught in quotes because I really just taught them how to pass an exam. That was what the administration wanted me to do. In my opinion graphing calculators should not be used before pre calculus.