Mid-term Reflection: Mathematicians Can Write
Pamela R. H. Bailey
Mathematicians Can Write
Me, write? Put a calculator in my hand and speak at a conference in front a lot of people.
A little nervous, but I can facilitate the discussion and explain methodologies.
But me, write?
My desire! Working with teachers to create student-centered classrooms is my desire.
But it is handouts teachers desire of our sessions as a reference and guide.
So with my laptop I express the goals and objectives that teachers wish before they retire.
But me, write?
Sharing! The journal, Mathematics Teacher, is my source for ideas and activities.
I write and share the activities as well as lesson plans and conference presentations.
But me, well maybe I can write.
Writing? Dr. Debra Sprague states to try and try again, writing and rewriting.
Know expectations and guidelines of the chosen journal in a quest to share knowledge.
There are more words than math on the papers that express my passion in writing.
So, maybe I can write.
Writing! Dr. Sprague shared tips, stressing patience and knowing your audience.
Gather those ideas, research the questions in my head, and put them on paper.
I can write.
Take Action! I look at other journals and think about writing.
A mathematician’s written words can be understandable, applicable, worthy of reading.
Dr. Sprague stated that one can’t be a scholar unless you put yourself out there.
I WILL WRITE!!