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Which Program should I sign up for, the Summer Geometry Institute, the Numbers! course, or one or two Short Courses? What about Math Cases?
Of course the answer to this is "it depends on your interests ", but here are some points to think about.
The Summer Geometry Institute is the longest-running NWMI Program. If you with to expand your knowledge of geometry or if you wish to experience hands-on geometry activities that you can take to your classroom as well as learning some Geometer's Sketchpad, this is the course for you.
The course Numbers! From Common Divisors to Cryptography is a fascinating math course that is accessible but also has challenges and ahas! for all. You will learn math that you will share with your students, but the course is not organized around specific lesson plans.
The Polyhedra through Origami short course goes further into one area of geometry where the making of models is an important part of the course.
The Group Work short course is the course most explicitly devoted to pedagogy. In NWMI fashion you will experience activities yourself that will make these concepts come alive for you.
If you take one of the weeklong courses or both short courses, you will have time to really enjoy math and the company of math people in a campus environment that encourages talk and sharing. In particular, the After Dinner Math helps create this atmosphere. All teachers are NWMI are encouraged to come.
The Math Cases Program is a program for middle school teachers that is limited to certain partner districts because of its funding. Also, the application process is separate. For Math Cases you should go to its website.
What are the prerequisites? Which programs are more advanced?
In addition to this general description, it is very important (and your responsibility) to read the course descriptions and time schedules to make sure you know what you are signing up for!
The overall background prerequisites for the SGI and the typical course are modest, so long as participants enjoy thinking about math and do not feel anxiety if they are occasionally stretched a bit.
Since a typical NWMI investigation presents ideas about math and also about pedagogy, there are many ways and many levels on which to enjoy and appreciate an NWMI activity, so participants are rarely bored. Many NWMI participants teach in middle schools and many teach in high school, but there have been a number of enthusiastic NWMI participants who teach elementary students.
What does the program cost?
For Washington teachers, for on-time registration by June 15, the weeklong Summer Geometry Institute and Number! courses cost $75 registration fee and the Short Courses are $40 for one course or $80 for two courses. After June 15 the costs become $100, $65, and $105. This includes a meal card for everyone and lodging on campus (if requested).
For out-of-state teachers the (unsubsidized) rates are higher and lodging is an additional cost. Costs are spelled out fully in a table on the Fees and Costs Page.
Are there additional costs I should know about?
What is the cost of clock hours and credit? When do I sign up? How do I pay?
Is there a reduced price if I choose not to stay on campus?
No. The registration fee is highly subsidized whether or not one stays on campus.
Why do you encourage participants to stay on campus?
For you to get the most out of NMWI, we want your experience to be a relaxed and tranquil time with opportunity for interaction with other teachers, for reflection and for full participation. Commuting (except for very close commutes) and family obligations tend to disturb this atmosphere. While we recognize in some cases it is unavoidable that one must commute home, or very convenient, we want to encourage a retreat or a "math camp" atmosphere whenever possible.
What is the lodging like?
The rooms are single rooms in what we think is the UW's nicest and quietest dorm, Hansee Hall. Bathrooms are down the hall. Sessions are in the same building.
Where do I register?
The registration desk for Hansee Hall is next door in McCarty Hall. There will be NWMI signs posted with directions when you arrive.
Where do the classes meet?
All the programs will meet in rooms in Hansee Hall, except during computer lab time. But all programs will gather for the first time in Hansee. Follow the signs.
Where? When? How?
For participant information, follow this link.
This page last changed by J King 04/22/07