Patterns and Sequences

Analyze the graphic below.  What pattern do you recognize?  What should the missing number be and why?

Permutations and Combinations

Below is a video on permutations and combinations, which is part of our current unit on probability.  First, watch the video.  What is a permutation?  What is a combination?  What is the difference between the two?  Where in real-life do you think you would see a permutation or a combination being used?

The Benefits of Technology Integration

Creating a digital learning environment, in my opinion, is absolutely critical in order to engage my students in daily instruction.  As you know, we utilize a significant amount of technology such as cell phones, interactive games, the SMART Board, etc. in our daily instruction.  Read the article "Embracing Classroom Technology," which can be found at http://thejournal.com/articles/2010/06/17/embracing-classroom-technology.aspx.  What are your thoughts on integrating technology in the classroom?  Do you find class to be more engaging as a result of this digital learning approach?