Integrating Industry-Driven Math Concepts in Education
Learn how industry partnerships enriched math education at Floodwood High, Mesabi Range CTC, and Itasca CC. Explore the impact of the Itasca Consortium's math programs from 1998-2010, involving key stakeholders and innovative methods to link classroom learning with real-world applications.
Integrating Industry-Driven Math Concepts in Education
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Industry driven math concepts in the classroom Got Math? Our Story Vangie Mattfield from Floodwood High School Keith Mattson from Mesabi Range Community & Technical College Shawn Pucely from L and M Radiator Janeen “Bobbie” Kleffman from Itasca Community College
Planning Committee • Principals • Superintendents • Curriculum Director • Counselors • Math teachers (secondary & postsecondary) • Consultant for State Math Standards • College Dean
Summer Tech Math Institute • Connect to industry • Allow math teachers time to do lesson plans
Schedule • Day One: Industry Tours • Day Two: Self-directed lesson planning • Day Three: Self-directed lesson planning
Industry Partners • Minnesota Power • UPM Blandin Paper Company • Timberlake Lodge • Hawkinson Construction • Magnetation • L and M Radiator • General Diesel
Budget • Substitute teacher costs • Refreshments • Math Books • Tour T-Shirts • Meals • Participant Stipends • Concurrent enrollment fee for pilot schools • Tool box • Lodging
Other • Staying connected • D2L platform