Elizabeth Lay and Lauren Siegel from MathHappens Foundation will share some ways they have worked with museums in central Texas to connect mathematics to museum exhibits and historic settings, particularly focusing on how they relate to Texas history. Authentic math connections can be made throughout a museum’s permanent collection, including trains, jails, cannons, almanacs, maps, speeches, survey tools, pioneer life, historic buildings, lighthouses, ships, quilts, nature trails, and wildlife exhibits.

MathHappens promotes math literacy by inspiring and supporting mathematical exhibitions in our public places and spaces. Lauren Siegel is the co-Founder and acting Director. She has an undergraduate math degree from University of Chicago and completed the UTeach Credential Program at University of Texas at Austin. She served as Head of Math at Ace Academy for five years. Lauren is principal co-author of the article "Teaching Algebra Concepts by Modeling Telescope Optics," and has recently returned to UTeach as part of the mentor team for the UTeach Maker Program.

Elizabeth Lay leads the Math in Texas History program. A sixth-generation Texan with extensive experience in education and education design, she is working to develop hands-on learning experiences exploring the role of math and early mathematical technology in the unique story of Texas. Previously, Elizabeth was an instructional designer, operations director for a healthcare startup and assistant director and teacher with Austin Gifted. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Grinnell College.

When: Thu, Jun 25, 2020 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT)

Where: Webinar, specific details shared upon registration

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