BGSU presenters outline math enrichment camp model; board approves MOU to host district event
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A Bowling Green State University team described a social, station-based math enrichment camp developed with international research ties; the board approved an MOU with BGSU to host the camp in October.
Gabriel, a presenter affiliated with Bowling Green State University’s math enrichment effort, described a social, station-based model for a math camp the university has run in Northwest Ohio and adapted from work in Thailand. He said the camp emphasizes problem solving and collaborative stations rather than drill-based instruction and that the program is grounded in U.S.-based research the presenters have conducted since 2013.
The presentation matters because the board approved a memorandum of understanding with Bowling Green State University to host a BG enrichment math camp, allowing the program to take place on campus and for district students to participate. Gabriel said the event is planned for Oct. 11 and invited board members and teachers to visit the activities.
Presenters described the camp format: rotating 15-minute stations that include computational practice, mathematical reasoning and problem-solving activities; energizers and music to boost student confidence; and diverse role models for mathematics. Gabriel said the presenters have maintained a 12-year research program and that innovations developed locally have been shared back with partners abroad.
Under operations, the board approved the MOU with Bowling Green State University for the math enrichment camp as part of a consent agenda of agreements; the MOU is listed among several service agreements and student-trip approvals passed at the meeting.
Taper: Organizers encouraged board members, staff and community volunteers to attend the Oct. 11 camp to observe student engagement and problem solving firsthand.