September 2016 - mathmethods@lists.qc.cuny.edu

[Mathmethods 0077] Methods reminders
by Naomi Weinman 26 Sep '16

26 Sep '16

Dear Methods Students, I hope you have all reached the contacts at the schools to arrange for your observations for the Methods course. Please remember to put your best foot forward this semester. Schools have agreed to allow you to student teach but are not obligated to do so. If concerns arise this semester, your placement could be changed or terminated. Schools have already contacted me this semester with concerns about how an email from a QC student was written, how a student was dressed, and how a student spoke upon meeting the chairperson. As Dr. Curcio has often said, this semester (and next) is one long job interview for you. Speak and dress professionally, be very mindful of your interactions with students, and clean up your social media postings and settings. Please let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 (w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718 997 5173 TIME2000.qc.cuny.edu

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[Mathmethods 0076] FW: Seminars for NYSED Certification requirements
by Naomi Weinman 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

Please see the link below for NYSED Required Seminars info. NWeinman http://www.qc.cuny.edu/pcs/Programs/ProfessionalDevelopment/Pages/default.a…

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[Mathmethods 0075] TIME 2000 event invitation
by Naomi Weinman 15 Sep '16

15 Sep '16

Dear Math Methods Students, You are invited to attend the annual TIME 2000 event, Celebrating Mathematics Teaching, on Friday, November 4, 2016. There will be a keynote speaker and workshops with interesting mathematics lessons. Register online via the link below; list QC METHODS as your school, list yourself as the student. If you have observations on that day, you may arrange to observe other hours that week. Please extend the invitation to any high school mathematics teachers you may know. Sincerely, Mrs. Weinman Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 (w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718 997 5173 TIME2000.qc.cuny.edu Problems viewing this email? Click here<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/CS/TIME2000/Time2000_eblast_SP16longer.html> Click here<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/CS/TIME2000/Time2000_eblast_SP16.pdf> to download PDF [http://www.qc.cuny.edu/CS/TIME2000/Time2000_eblastTOP_SP16.jpg] Keynote Speaker Jennifer Quinn Professor of Mathematics, University of Washington-Tacoma Students will be exposed to dynamic mathematics lessons and hear about the joys of teaching mathematics. Free registration at time2000.qc.cuny.edu/conference<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/conference.aspx> Learn about Jennifer Quinn at http://faculty.washington.edu/jjquinn/ Please select one mathematics teacher and up to 25* students (college-bound seniors, and juniors) to attend the event. Each student should have demonstrated mathematical ability (B average or better) and completed the Algebra 2/Trigonometry course, or have shown some interest in becoming a mathematics teacher. Register on-line by October 14, 2016. *Additional students and late registration allowed as space permits. Please contact Naomi Weinman before registering more than 25 students. For further information, please contact Naomi Weinman Naomi.Weinman(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:Naomi.Weinman@qc.cuny.edu> * 718-997-5377 time2000.qc.cuny.edu<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> [http://www.qc.cuny.edu/CS/TIME2000/Time2000_eblastBOTTOM_SP16.jpg]

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[Mathmethods 0074] Re: Methods Placement information
by Naomi Weinman 07 Sep '16

07 Sep '16

Dear All, The file sent earlier was not the correct file for you. Please replace it with the attached file. Thank you. Mrs. Weinman From: Naomi Weinman Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 7:15 PM To: Methods Students (MathMethods(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu) Subject: Methods Placement information Dear Math Methods Students, Attached please find an Excel file with your placement for Methods course observations and, barring any unforeseen circumstances, student teaching. That is, observations for the Methods course will be completed at the same school where you will student teach. The first worksheet of the excel file is arranged by last name of student and indicates your placement. The second worksheet, labeled "Contacts," indicates the name of the person and contact information for each school. If the contact person indicated a preference for phone or email contact, it is listed. Please contact the person to arrange your observation schedule. Remember to be professional in all communication (email or telephone) and pay attention to grammar and spelling. You should receive observation requirements from your methods professor. You are required to observe once per week for three periods. Two of the three periods are to observe math classes; the third period is to be of service to the department (tutoring, assisting a teacher, working in the math office, etc.). Dress appropriately. Please note that the math chair people are extremely busy with student needs at the start of the semester. You are the least of their concerns so do not be upset if you do not receive a reply immediately. Be politely persistent if necessary. If you send an email and do not receive a timely reply, follow with a phone call and mention that all your contact information is in the email. Have a wonderful semester! Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 (w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718 997 5173 TIME2000.qc.cuny.edu

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[Mathmethods 0073] Methods Placement information
by Naomi Weinman 07 Sep '16

07 Sep '16

Dear Math Methods Students, Attached please find an Excel file with your placement for Methods course observations and, barring any unforeseen circumstances, student teaching. That is, observations for the Methods course will be completed at the same school where you will student teach. The first worksheet of the excel file is arranged by last name of student and indicates your placement. The second worksheet, labeled "Contacts," indicates the name of the person and contact information for each school. If the contact person indicated a preference for phone or email contact, it is listed. Please contact the person to arrange your observation schedule. Remember to be professional in all communication (email or telephone) and pay attention to grammar and spelling. You should receive observation requirements from your methods professor. You are required to observe once per week for three periods. Two of the three periods are to observe math classes; the third period is to be of service to the department (tutoring, assisting a teacher, working in the math office, etc.). Dress appropriately. Please note that the math chair people are extremely busy with student needs at the start of the semester. You are the least of their concerns so do not be upset if you do not receive a reply immediately. Be politely persistent if necessary. If you send an email and do not receive a timely reply, follow with a phone call and mention that all your contact information is in the email. Have a wonderful semester! Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 (w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718 997 5173 TIME2000.qc.cuny.edu

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