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Educational
Background
Master of Arts in
Teaching: Angelo State University, 1982
Major concentration: Mathematics
Minor concentration: English
Bachelor of Arts:
Angelo State University, 1975 (Cum laude)
Major:
English
Minor:
Mathematics
Publications and
Research
Instructor and Adjunct Support Manual:
contributing author; supplement to accompany Bittinger/Ellenbogen/Johnson’s
Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Graphs and
Models, 3e, Addison Wesley Longman © 2007
Beginning and
Intermediate Algebra with Graphing Calculators,
An Integrated Approach 2nd edition, textbook coauthored
with Bonnie Hodge and Dave Gustafson, (peer reviewed)
Brooks/Cole Publishing © 2004
Explorations
in College Algebra and Trigonometry Using the
TI-83plus with Appendix Notes for the TI-84/TI-86 3rd edition, coauthored by
Bonnie Hodge, (peer reviewed) Brooks/Cole Publishing
© 2004.
Explorations
in Precalculus Using the TI-83plus with Appendix Notes for the
TI-84/TI-86 3rd edition, coauthored by Bonnie
Hodge, (peer reviewed) Brooks/Cole Publishing
© 2004.
Explorations
in Beginning and Intermediate Algebra Using the
TI-82/TI-83 with Appendix Notes for the
TI-83/TI-85/TI-86 3rd edition, coauthored by
Bonnie Hodge, (peer reviewed) Brooks/Cole Publishing
© 2003.
Beginning and
Intermediate Algebra with Graphing Calculators,
An Integrated Approach, textbook coauthored
with Bonnie Hodge and Dave Gustafson, (peer reviewed)
Brooks/Cole Publishing © 1999
Explorations in College
Algebra and Trigonometry, Using the TI-82/83/85/86,
2nd edition, coauthored with Bonnie Hodge,
(peer reviewed) Brooks/Cole Publishing © 2001
Explorations in
Precalculus Using the TI-82/83/85/86,
2nd edition, coauthored with Bonnie Hodge,
(peer reviewed) Brooks/Cole Publishing © 2001
Explorations in College
Algebra: An Interactive Graphing Calculator Manual,
coauthored with Bonnie Hodge, (peer reviewed)
Brooks/Cole Publishing © 1999
"Linking
Traditional and Reform Mathematics," juried
article published on CD ROM in the Conference
Proceeding Book for the Eleventh International T 3
Conference, 1999. Coauthor, Bonnie Hodge
"A Graphing Calculator Approach to Roots of
Complex Numbers" juried article published in Centroid,
in coordination with Bonnie Hodge, Fall 1997
Mini -Grant for The
Ohio State University College Short Course Program for
College and
University Mathematics
Faculty funded for a three day DEV short course
on using graphing calculators to enhance the teaching
and learning of collegiate mathematics. (competitive
grant funded for $2500, written in coordination with
Sandra Carter, Kay Haralson, Bonnie Hodge, and Jennie
Sabin)
"Algebra in a
Silent World" essay published in the text Accommodations
or Just Good Teaching? Strategies for Teaching College
Students with Disabilities Fall , Greenwood
Publishing ©1997 (juried)
Explorations in
Precalculus Using the TI-82/83,
coauthored ancillary text (peer reviewed) by
Brooks/Cole Publishing ©1996
Explorations in College
Algebra Using the TI-82/83,
coauthored ancillary text (peer reviewed), Brooks/Cole
Publishing ©1996
Explorations in
Beginning and Intermediate Algebra Using the TI-82/83,
coauthored ancillary text (peer reviewed) Brooks/Cole
Publishing ©1995
"Implementing the
TI-82 Graphics Calculator in an Elementary Algebra
Course", juried article published in Mathematics
and Computer Education, in
coordination with Kay Haralson and Bonnie Hodge, Fall
1995
Published application
problems in Elementary Algebra 4e and
Intermediate Algebra 4e by Wesner/Nustad, Spring
1995 (juried)
"Focus on
Factoring", juried article published in the Texas
Mathematics Teacher: October 1993
"`How Many Miles
Per Hour is That Fan Going?': A Case Study in Problem
Solving", juried article published in School
Science and Mathematics, in
coordination with Dr. David Cochener, March 1993
"Innovations in
Developmental Mathematics: "Introduction to
Graphing Calculators", Geier Grant Proposal
(competitive grant funded for $1737.98), written in
coordination with Kay Haralson. (Workshop held
Feb.1993)
"Accommodating the
Student Who has a Disability", directed the
compilation and editing of the pamphlet for faculty
use
Research: "The
Effects of an Elementary Geometry Course on Students'
Van Hiele Level of Thinking", conducted with Kay
Haralson, 1989 to 1991
Presentations:
International Conferences
(*indicates juried presentation, session length: 50-60
minutes unless otherwise noted)
*Nov. 2001: 14th
Annual International Conference on Technology in
Collegiate Mathematics, Baltimore, MD: "Solutions
to Equations: A Graphical Odyssey." Co-presenter,
Bonnie Hodge
*Jan. 1999:
International T3 (Teachers Teaching with
Technology) Conference, Chicago, IL: "Linking
Traditional and Reform Mathematics."
Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge
*Feb. 1998
International T3 (Teachers Teaching with
Technology) Conference, Nashville, TN:
"Explorations in Developmental Algebra Using A
Graphing Calculator." Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge
(90 minute workshop)
*Nov. 1997: The Tenth
Annual International Conference in Technology in
Collegiate Mathematics, Chicago IL: "Explorations
in Developmental Algebra Using a Texas Instruments
Graphing Calculator." Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge
(2 hour workshop)
*May
1994: International Conference on Teaching Excellence,
Austin, TX: "Bridging the Gap in Mathematics
Through Study Skills Techniques." Co-presenters,
Jennie Preston-Sabin, Kay Haralson and Bonnie Hodge
*May
1994: International Conference on Teaching Excellence,
Austin, TX: "TI-82: From Nuts and Bolts to Bells
and Whistles." Co-presenter, Kay Haralson
Presentations:
National Conferences
(*indicates juried presentation, session length: 50-60
minutes unless otherwise noted)
*Mar. 2001: National
Association for Developmental Education Conference,
Louisville, KY: "Modeling Techniques to Promote
Critical Thinking"
*Mar. 2001: National
Association for Developmental Education Conference,
Louisville, KY: "Illusions and Delusions When
Using Graphing Technology." Co-presenter, Bonnie
Hodge
*Nov. 2000: American
Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges
Conference, Chicago, IL: "The Power and The
Pitfalls of the Graphing Calculator."
Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge (proposal accepted - unable
to travel due to lack of university funding)
*Feb. 1999: National
Association for Developmental Education Conference,
Detroit, MI: "Graphing Calculator Technology:
Linking Traditional and Reform Mathematics."
Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge (3 hour post-conference
institute)
*Feb. 1999: National
Association for Developmental Education Conference,
Detroit, MI: "Becoming a Facilitator: A
Successful Approach with R/D Students."
Co-presenters, Aleeta Christian and Bonnie Hodge
*April
1996: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
National Conference, San Diego, CA: "Math
Olympics: Kids + Creative Activities = Learning."
Co-presenters, Bonnie Hodge and Elaine Gallivan
*Mar.
1994: National Association of Developmental Education
National Conference, Kansas City, MO: "TI-82
Graphics Calculators: Foundations to
Implementation." Co-presenter, Kay Haralson
Presentations:
Regional Conferences
(*indicates juried
presentation, session length: 50-60 minutes unless
otherwise noted)
*Oct. 2007: Accepted to
present at NCTM Regional Conference, Kansas City, KS:
"Reading, Writing, and the Golden Ratio" copresenter
Bonnie Hodge
Oct. 2006: National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics Regional
Conference, Phoenix, AZ: "A Comparison of Lecture
Based and Computer Based Algebra Instruction."
copresenter Bonnie Hodge
*July 2000: National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics Canadian Regional
Conference, Halifax, Nova Scotia: "Developing
Number Sense in Elementary Algebra Classes"
*Mar.2000: National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics Southern Regional
Conference, Mobile, AL: "Developing Number Sense
in Elementary Algebra Classes"
Presentations:
State and Local Conferences
(*indicates juried presentation, session length: 50-60
minutes unless otherwise noted)
*Oct. 2001: Tennessee
Association for Developmental Education Conference,
Franklin, TN: "From ‘Chalk and Talk’
Mathematics to Graphing Technology, Utilizing
Logic." Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge
*Sept. 1994: Middle
Tennessee Mathematics Teachers Association, Nashville,
TN: "TI-82: Quadratic Applications."
Co-presenter, Kay Haralson
*May
1994: Tennessee Mathematics Teachers' Association,
Blountville, TN: "TI-82: From the Nuts and Bolts
to the Bells and Whistles." Co-presenter, Kay
Haralson
Nov. 1992:
East Tennessee Consortium National Science Foundation
Professional Development Seminar for College Teachers
of Mathematics Project, Knoxville, TN: "Fractals
and the TI-85 Graphing Calculator"
June 1992: Tennessee
Collaborative: Using Writing to Help
Students Learn, Austin Peay State
University: "Thinking + Writing = (Understanding)n"
*Nov.
1990: Tennessee Association for Developmental
Education Annual Conference, Gaitlinburg, TN:
"Focus on Factoring"
*Nov.
1989: Tennessee Association for Developmental
Education Annual Conference, Nashville, TN:
"Elementary Geometry - Where Does It Belong? How
Should It Be Taught?" Co-presenter, Kay Haralson
Presentations: Invited
May 2000:
Invited to conduct a 4 hour workshop at Shelby State
Community College, Memphis, TN, "Integrating the
Graphing Calculator into Developmental Studies
Mathematics Courses." Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge
April 1998: One day
seminar conducted for Middle Tennessee State
University’s Developmental Studies Mathematics
Component on implementing the graphing calculator
Sept. 1996: Invited
speaker for departmental meeting, topics addressed
were writing and publishing stand alone ancillary
texts
*Sept. 1996: Invited
presenter on graphing calculator topics for the Middle
Tennessee Mathematics Teachers Association, Nashville,
TN: "The TI-82/TI-83 and Your Algebra I
Students"
May 1996: Invited
lecturer in MAED 5070, Methods in Teaching Math,
topics addressed involved application of TI-82/83 and
TI-85 graphing calculators
April 1996: Invited by
Brooks/Cole Publishing to present a "Hands-on
Demonstration of the TI-83" at the National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics National
Conference, San Diego, CA
*Sept. 1995: Invited
presenter on graphing calculator topics for the Middle
Tennessee Mathematics Teachers Association, Nashville,
TN: "Using the TI-82 Graphing Calculator with
Elementary and Middle School Students."
Co-presenter, Bonnie Hodge
*Feb.
1995: Invited presenter at the National Association
for Developmental Education National Conference,
Chicago, IL, "Discovery Graphing with the
TI-82." Co-presenter, Kay Haralson
Professional
Activities
Freshman
Academic Advising and Training Workshop, Austin
Peay State University, 1993
AMS-MAA joint national
meetings:
San
Antonio, 1992, 1998; Louisville, 1988
Tennessee Board of
Regents' Geier Inservice:
Clarksville
1993, 1992; Nashville 1990; Murfreesboro 1989
Teaching the Learning
Disabled Student, Austin Peay State University, 1988
Book and Software Reviews
Beginning and Intermediate Algebra by Sherri
Messersmith,McGraw-Hill Publishing (2007)
Basic Algebra,
(blind review), Brooks/Cole Publishing 2007
Beginning and Intermediate Algebra: The Language and
Symbolism of Mathematics
by Hall/Mercer, McGraw-Hill Publishing (2000)
ALEKS video and web
software, McGraw -Hill Publishing (1999)
Trigonometry for
College Students
by Karl J. Smith, Brooks/Cole Publishing (1996)
Beginning Algebra by
Payne and Anderson, Saunders College Publishing (1993)
Beginning/Intermediate
Algebra ,
(blind review) Harper Collins Publishers (1991)
Elementary Algebra,
Concepts and Applications 4e
by Keedy, Bittinger and Ellenbogen, Addison-Wesley
Publishing(1991)
Essential Mathematics
with Applications by
Trivieri, McGraw-Hill Publishing (1990)
Elementary Algebra:
Solving the Mystery ,
(blind review) West Educational Publishing (1990)
Elementary Algebra by
Auvil and Poluga, Addison-Wesley Publishing Company
(1988)
University
Activities and Responsibilities
Committees:
Student Residency Committee, 2004-2006
Library and Institutional Membership
Committee, 2001-04
Subscriptions and
Membership Committee, 1997-01
Retention and Tenure
Committee, COAS, 2000-02, 1996
Equity Committee,
chair, departmental, 1997 to 1998
Salary Study Committee,
departmental, 1997 to present
Retention and Tenure
Committee, departmental, 1995 to present
Student Standing
Committee, member 1993-95
Student Academic
Grievance Committee, member 1995-96
Departmental Goals
Committee, member 1994
Committee for People
with Disabilities, Chair 1990-93, member 1989- 93
Pi Mu Epsilon webpage manager, 2003-present
Assisted with APSU's
Americans with Disabilities Self- Evaluation Study,
1992
Faculty Senate:
Faculty Senate, member 1997 to 2000
and 1990-93
Nominations and
Elections Committee, member 1998-00 and1991-93
Faculty Rules
Committee, member 1990-91
Contests:
Assisted
with annual Tennessee Mathematics Teachers'
Association high school mathematics contest, 1987 to
2000
Assisted with annual
Tennessee Mathematics Teachers' Association middle
school mathematics contest, 1987 to 1998
Assisted with Science
Expolymics, 1987-89
Academic Decathalon:
Holistic Grader, 2001
Departmental:
Developed and piloted DSPM 0870 combined
elementary/intermediate algebra course,2003
Departmental Webpage manager, 2005-2007
Adjunct
faculty mentor; 2000
Faculty mentor, 1995 to
present
Courses taught: Basic
Mathematics, Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
Textbook Committee1987-present
Professional
Organizations
Mathematical
Association of America
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Tennessee Mathematics Teachers' Association
Middle Tennessee Mathematics Teacher
National Association for Developmental Education
Tennessee Association for Developmental Education
American Association of University Professors
Professional Leadership
Referee for Mathematics Teaching in
the Middle School, 1994- present
Tennessee Association
for Developmental Education, serving as school
liaison, 1995 to 1998
Served on Membership
Committee, National Association for Developmental
Education, 1993-95
Proposal Reader, 1992
National Association for Developmental Education
National Conference, San Antonio, TX
Served on Publications
Committee, 1992 National Council of Teachers of
Mathematics National Conference, Nashville, TN
Served on Handicapped
Committee, 1991 National Association for Developmental
Education National
Conference, Nashville, TN
Community Service
May 1996: Volunteer at Northeast Middle School to
demonstrate and facilitate Prealgebra students in the
use of the TI-82 graphing calculator
Sept. 1995: Assisted in
the planning and implementation of a Bubblefest for
all first grade students at Marshall Elementary School
March 1995:
"Introduction to the TI-82" presented to
middle school participants in the SHaring Adventures
in Engineering and Science (SHADES)
program sponsored by the local AAUW Chapter
June 1994: Speaker at
the Equity 2000 Writing Across the Curriculum
Institute, "Reading and Writing Mathematics"
1994-95: Volunteer at
Northeast Elementary School to assist in implementing
TI-82 graphing calculators in a fifth grade
mathematics classroom
June 1994: Coordinated
and conducted a one day workshop at Richview Middle
School on the TI-82 graphing calculator for the 8th
grade Algebra I students
1994-96: Assisted with
Math Olympics held at Fort Campbell's Marshal
Elementary
1993: Assisted with
Math Olympics held at Fort Campbell's Jackson
Elementary
April 1993: Equity 2000
Workshop co-coordinated with Kay Haralson: a day long
workshop for local secondary teachers on graphing
calculators
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Higher
Education Experience - Angelo State University
Courses taught: Business Math, Introductory Algebra, College Algebra,
Trigonometry, Math for Elementary Teachers, Number Theory, Content Analysis of
Elementary Math Textbooks.
Curriculum Development Committee, 1982-87.
Syllabus Committee for Business Math, Math for Elementary Teachers,
Elementary Number Theory, Evolution of Mathematics, Content Analysis of
Elementary Math Textbooks, 1982-87.
Co-authored and administered high school University Interscholastic League
mathematics contests at Central and Lake View High Schools, 1982-84.
Nominated for State Advisory Committee to formulate teacher competency tests,
1984.
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