Project Goals

Project Goal 1: Develop mathematical thinking and problem solving skills within a key group of math instructors from Region 7.

Objectives:

• Explore and identify mathematical concepts that could be explored at key locations within each park.
• Create lesson activities that include higher order thinking skills and place based learning elements.

Project Goal 2: Develop data collection and inquiry methodology needed for the development of place based learning lesson activities.

Objectives:

• Identify types of data and media needed to foster student understanding of content.
• Recognize and apply the elements of place based learning within the context of the Virginia Standards of Learning for Mathematics and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Principles to Action Plan.

Project Goal 3: Advance technology skills needed to design and facilitate mathematical reasoning abilities through place based learning activities.

Objectives:

• Create learning objects and support materials to foster student understanding of lesson objectives.
• Utilize applications for visual media production, augmented reality, and geocaching to provide real world context for problem solving skills.

Project Goal 4: Cultivate resource and learning object development skills.

Objectives:

• Create and publish online lesson plan modules that incorporate visual and/or interactive components.

Project Goal 5: Establish and promote online sharing of resources and feedback to foster professional growth and understanding.

Objectives:

• Share and exchange feedback for enhancement of lesson modules with project participants