Panel Discussion For Parents & Educators

Has a Federal Court ruling placed girls at a disadvantage in math and science?

Are gender separate classes more equal
You be the judge.

How Can a Single Gender Setting Change the Learning Environment for Students?

by Linda Hall
and Louise Pascale

March 29, 1999 7:00 to 9:00 PM CIM Auditorium

Two teachers from the William Allen Middle School in Moorestown, NJ, will share their experiences with a single gender setting in math and science. Eighth grade students will give their perspectives on the issue. Both teachers and students will discuss gender issues that impact teachers. The argument of nature versus nurture as reasons for the gender differences that might appear in classrooms will guide much of the discussion.

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

No Registration Necessary
for this Panel Discussion

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FOR
EDUCATORS

Girls Achieving in Mathematics and Science:
Learning Styles and Teaching Techniques

by Carla Monticelli

March 22, 1999
7:00 to 9:00 PM
CIM Seminar Room

All students deserve equitable access to challenging and meaningful mathematics and science education. This concept suggests that equity and excellence must be at the core of school reform efforts. Attrition of women from science and mathematics is well documented. Professor Monticelli will address the aspects of culture that researchers believe contribute to female attrition from mathematics and science majors.

The Wonders of Science in the Elementary & Middle School Level through Hands-On Activities and Lab Experiments

by Kathleen Schaffer

March 30, 1999
7:00 to 9:00 PM
Taft Hall, Room 304

The Wonders of Science is for elementary and middle school teachers who want to discover new hands-on, activities and lab experiments. Learn lab safety and the rules and regulations required to be followed in New Jersey. Develop a network of science ideas with other schools in your region, and have discussions on the core curriculum standards.