Presentations

Donald Zalewski and Jane Jamsen (Mathematics and Computer Science) presented "Algebraic Reasoning: No K-12 Teacher Left Behind" at the Fall Educators' Conference held Oct. 8 at NMU. The Michigan Curriculum Frameworks and Grade Level Expectations clearly state that children need to develop algebraic reasoning skills. This session explored some activities that the teachers can use to introduce, develop and foster these skills at all levels from K to 12.

Kia Jane Richmond (English) presented "Teacher Reflection and Multiple Intelligences" at the National Council of Teachers of English annual convention Nov. 19 in Indianapolis. The panel presentation with Mary-Kay Wildenhain Belant (NMU graduate student), Kilian McCurrie and Janice Neuleib was part of a college colloquia titled "The Teacher in Writing Instruction."

Elda Tate (Music) wrote the words and music for "Henrik Ibsen-Peeru Guntu." Tate collaborated with former NMU professor Cecilia J. Pang on a Kabuki-style adaptation of the classic Ibsen work. It was presented by the University of Colorado department of theater and dance Nov. 18-20 and Dec. 1-5 in Boulder.