"A Sharing and Collaboration Network (for Middle and High School Math Teachers (who want to escape from the textbook (for a lesson, a unit, or an entire course"
Old (last updated 2002) but interesting site that has news articles and questions to make you think about the accuracy/legitimacy of the information, and specifically the numbers involved. Well organized
Infographics are to data what storytelling is to an annual report: a more engaging way to help bring attention and understanding to your nonprofit's cause...The stats are equally interesting, but the meaning they convey (a picture of a "typical" individual) takes a little more time and thought for the reader to extract and absorb...Any time you can translate data into an infographic - a compelling visual representation - you're making it easier for your audience to take in the meaning behind the numbers. In the words of CNN, "when it comes to making data sexy, you can't be too graphic"!
Goal is "to develop middle-grade mathematics materials that teach
cryptography, the science of sending secret messages. Since kids enjoy
sending and breaking secret messages, cryptography provides a very
motivating setting for applying mathematics."
I'm an Academic Technology Facilitator for an Independent School, and I support the 9-12 grades. I work with a great group of teachers, and I'm always on the lookout for more information and tools to share with them.