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- sponsored by - ,. , ,,~ ~ ~ ~- .. i FACT* & the SUNY Training Center j TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, and THURSDAY

•----- Faculty Access to JULY 31 and AUGUST 1 • 2, 1990 Computer Technology

... ._. WELLS COLLEGE CONFERENCE CENTER IBM I ACIS WELLS COLLEGE AURORA, NEW YORK

Pacific A Conference for educators int.erest.ed in Crest problem solving strat.egies so they can: Software, Inc. O LEARN to teach students a problem Creators of "POINTS" solving methodology O IDENITFY key learning skills in eight N.Y. discipline tracks Instructional Computer O IMPROVE problem solving skills by Information asking critical questions Exchange [NYICIE] O BUIID faculty confidence for effective outcomes

Wells College I. WELCOME ...... 6 - 7

II. MESSAGE FROM WELLS COLLEGE PRESIDENT...... 8

III. CONFERENCE CENTER ACCOMMODATIONS ...... 9

IV. MAP OF WELLS COLLEGE CAMPUS ...... 10

V. CONFERENCEPROGRAM ITuesday, July 31, 1990 (a) Keynote address ...... 11 '' --

(b) Problem Solving Workshops - Beginner ...... 12, 15 - Advanced ...... 12, 15, 21

(d) Engineering{technology Track Paper Sessions ...... 12 -13 _

(e) Chemistry ...... • 14 - 15

(f) Physics ...... 15 -16

(g) Business/Economics ...... 17 - 18 lwednesday, August 1, 1990 I (a) Children's Hands-on Workshop ...... • 19

(b) Plenary Session: Implementation Strategies ...... 19 - 21

(c) Teaching Strategi\;s Workshop: - Physics ...... ,.....__ - Quant Methods ...... 21 - Engineering/Technology ...... 21 _

(d) PC LAB OPEN FOR CONSULTATIONS ...... ·: 1 (e) Instructional Computing Paper Sessions ...... 22

(f) . Math/Computer Science Paper Sessions ...... 22

(g) Teaching Strategies Workshops...... 24 - Advanced Problem Solving ...... 24 - Liberal Arts/Math ...... 24 - Bulletin Board ...... 24 - Engineering/Physics ...... 24

(h) Elementary & Secondary Education Paper Sessions ...... 24 - 25

(i) Interdisciplinary & Developmental Learning Paper Sessions . . . 25 - 26

(i) After-dinner Address: Dan Apple ...... 27

VI. FORMATION OF SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (SIGs) ...... 27 ~------::::., (fhw:sday, August 2, 1990j (a) Panel Discussion ...... 28

(b) Curriculum Development Workshops - Statistics Libraries ...... 28 - Basic Math ...... • 28 - Distance Learning/Adult Learner ...... 29

VII. SCHEDULE OF WORKSHOPS & PRESENTATIONS 29

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VIII. HANDS-ON POWER USERS WORKSHOPS ...... 30

IX. CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE ...... 31 - 32

X. SPONSOR & VENDOR INFO ...... 32 - 40

XI. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 41 SUNY FACT and SUNY Training Center SUNY FACT is the initiative of State University of New York Provost FACT* & Joseph Burke to address needs of faculty in academic computing the SUNY FACT is committed to addressing computing in the disciplines Training and also to securing grants to improve instruction throughout the Center 64 campuses of SUNY.

• Faculty Access to Established in April 1989, the SUNY Training Center promotes Computer Technology the effective application and use of information technologies within the State University through professional developmen and training of SUNY faculty and staff.

In addition to offering a full curriculum of VAX/VMS, ORACLE, and networking courses to support administrative computing conversion efforts on several campuses, the SUNY Training Center works in partnership with FACT and other organ.izations to provide meetings, conferences, and other learning opportunities that encourage faculty development.

IBM Academic Information Systems (ACIS)

IBM's Academic Information Systems (ACIS) was created to IBM I ACIS focus on the computing needs of col1eges and universities. The goals of ACIS are to: ii, ______.. • Understand the chal1enges facing higher education in terms of both institutional and individual perspectives

• Provide leadership solutions that are responsive and offer excellent value in both function and cost

• Insure that our delivery and support structure is the highest quality in the industry

• Broaden IBM's reputation as a company dedicated to helping improve the education system Pacific Crest Software f.· .·.. ·:-:-, :•,•,·>;:~·;-;·;;·:-...... ,.,•, Creators of "POINT 5" software package, Pacific Crest Software, Inc. (PCS) is a business partner of IBM in the area of Crest instructional computing. "POINT 5" is the moving force behind Software, a new concept in software for problem solving across the Inc. curriculum. This interactive language for quantitative problem Creators of solving on IBM PCs and compatibles was developed by Dan Apple, ] "POINTS" president of Pacific Crest Software. Conference attendees will be introduced to "PC SOLVE", the newest version of "POINT 5."

...... ,, :,·· · ···· ·· . ,...... · .;,,·.. . New York Instructional Computing Information N.Y. Exchange (NYICIE) Instructional Computer Regional groups of colleges in Central New York Information created NYICIE in 1989 to share academic computing resources Exchange and information on both hardware and software as well as [NYICIE] instructional methodologies. This networking effort includes technical interchange, discipline speakers, and software development. Supported by IBM, membership in this organiza tion is comprised of individuals involved in the administration and/or supervision of academic computing on their respective campuses.

Wells College

Located on the eastern shoreline of beautiful Cayuga Lake, our Wells host campus offers an ideal setting for conferences and College meetings of all kinds. The 360-acre wooded campus is in the heart of the Finger Lakes region of Central New York. Within easy driving distance are some of New York's finest state parks, museums, and wineries. The Conference Center at Wells can house up to 400 guests in both historic and modem accommodations. The swimming pool, bowling alleys, gym, and indoor tennis courts supplement outdoor fields, tennis courts, and a 9-hole golf course. Swimming, canoeing, and sailing on Cayuga Lake add to the recreational enjoyment of historic Village of Aurora. _,..

Welcome to PROBLEM SOLVING ACROSS THE CURRICULUM. You will find activities here which can affect the way we all do the business of the classroom for many years to come.

I look forward with great excitement to meeting you in what I hope will be the start of a long and fruitful relationship for positive change in instruction.

- Paul Kramer Conference Chair Most of us agree that the ability to use the SUNY Farmingdale knowledge base we have, to recognize and articulate problems, to devise a strategy for solution, and to test the validity of solutions is a skill we wish to impart to students. The problem solving process is as wonderfully varied and complicated as it is intriguing and challenging. It is a pleasure to greet those of you gathered here for a conference,, on problem solving, which I hope wi11 be ·1·.. both stimulating and exciting - -and a lot of fun as well. - Dewayne Beery ··1 Conference Program C. r , . SUNY College at Buffalo A few words from the "Inspiration·· for the first annual conference on problem solving a~ the curriculum

This first annual conference on problem solving has generated excitement among the presenters and organizers. The focus is on sharing the insight and experience on how creative thinking and problem solving can and have been implemented into curricula. Over 20 hands-on workshops will be offered to help improve skills for incorporating curricula that focus on critical thinking and problem solving. Dan Apple Designer of "POINT 5" and "PC SOLVE"

Dan Apple has been interested in subject of problem solving since 197 4. He applies his unique academic background to explore and merge problem solving methodologies from disciplines such as mathematics, science, systems theory, industrial engineering, operations research, economics, finance, and business. Apple has a bachelor's degree in mathematics, chemistry, and information science; a master's degree in industrial engineering and operations research; and a Ph.D. in public systems. Anot.eof Welcome from Wells College

AURORA . NEW YORK 13026

It is a pleasure for Wells College to host this important conferen.ce on "Problem Solving Across the Curriculum."

In their teaching, Wells' faculty seek to develop graduates with the confidence to meet new problems as exciting challenges, and the skills to seek solutions from an interdisciplinary platform. The only thing we can guarantee our students is that the problems they will meet tomorrow will lie beyond today's imagination, and their solutions will cross the confines of currently defined fields.

We are excited to be a part of your work, and'hust that you will find this a congenial environment in which to explore new intellectual horizons.

Irene W.D. Hecht, Ph.D. President \W~llilli~ ©@lk&~®~ ©@~W~ill~~©~ ©~~~~ill

Wells College - is a small liberal arts, women's college established in 1868 with a tradition of excellence and rigorous academics. Nestled in the historic village of Aurora, New York on Lake Cayuga, the 360-wooded acres of this lakeside campus offer the beauty and serenity of the Finger Lakes . The Village of Aurora is known for its architecturally noteworthy homes. The entire village and the college are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Accommodations - Dormitories are a short walk from the dining hall and academic buildings. Single and double rooms are available, and guests are provided with linens, telephones, kitchenettes, self-service laundry facilities and bathroom/shower facilities. Alternative housing arrangements in or near Aurora are also available. Camping sites at Long Point State Park are available for the more adventurous. Near-by are many Bed & Breakfast as well as the Aurora Inn, a 17-room inn located in the Village of Aurora .

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Meals - Most meals are served in the Tudor style dining hall, although some meals will be served outside, picnic style. Also available, in the village, is the Village Cafe, Mack's ice cream parlor, and a bakery with homemade delights. The Aurora Inn also has a restaurant open for lunch and dinner.

Recreation - Wells offers many recreational facilities. Cayuga Lake, our most popular recreational feature, provides opportunity for swimming, canoeing, and sailing. The shoreline and boathouse offers a variety of settings for picnics and barbecues. The swimming pool, bowling alleys, gym and indoor tennis courts supplement the outdoor fields and tennis courts. A special attraction is the Wells nine-hole golf course, partially designed by Robert Trent Jones, one of the nation's foremost golf course architects. WELLS COLLEGE Aurora, New York 13026

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ADM1NISTRA TIVE ACADEMIC Smith· II ATHLETIC OTHER Bellinzoni • IS Barler • 16 Bookstore Alhlelic Association· 10 Amphilhcatrc - 25 Dean of Students' office Music Dance Boalhouse • 4 Dean'• Cottage • 3 Macmillan· 24 Campbell· 14 Zabriskie· 23 Golr Course • 27 Dining Hall - 12 Admissions office Art Science Playing Fields • 9 Beallh Center· 2 President's office Cleveland • 20 Studenl Union - 7 Parking - 26 Phipps Auditorium Language DORMITORIES Tennis Courts - I Facully offices and Long Library - 17 Dodge· I classrooms Morgan· 19 Glen Park· S Mainienance • 21 Ari History Leach· 6 Pellibonc • 22 History Main -13 Political Science Student offices Weld· II TUESDAY, JULY 31, 1990

Time Location

7:45 - 8:30 BREAKFAST ..!! Dining Hall 8:30-10:30 Registration and Check-in Main Building 8:30 - 5:00 Vendor Display area opens Macmillan Foyer 10:30 - 10:45 Welcome and Introductions Phipps Aud Paul Kramer, Conference Chair SUNY at Farmingdale

Bill North, Wells Conference Center Director

Irene Hecht, President of Wells College

Dewayne Beery, Conference Program Chair SUNY College at Buffalo

10:45 - 12:00 KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Pamela Hurt Phipps Aud Topic: Integrated Learning Systems Pamela Hurt has been involved in education for 22 years as teacher, counselor, and administrator. She is currently the Director of Educational Programs for PacificVision, Inc., which is a cross-cultural training center for Japanese executives and educators. She has used the theory of "Integrated Learning Systems" to help faculty understand how learning takes place and is processed. Pam emphasizes alternatives for better critical thinking, problem solving, and transfer of information outside of the traditional didactic lecture. The demands of a rapidly expanding knowledge base and the interdisciplinary nature of many societal problems will be presented. Pam will also address the topic of cultural diversity and the language barrier problem in education.

* Conference program subject to change TUESDAY. JULY 31. 1990

12:00- 1:00 LUNCHEON n (Informal "get acquainted" opportunity Dining Hall for discipline tracks.]

1:00 - 3:00 - PROBLEM SOLVING WORKSHOPS Beginner Level:

Facilitators: Bob Chronkite, PCS, Inc. Macmillan 12c

Karl Krumsieg, PCS, Inc. Macmillan 11 O

1: 00- 3:00 ~ TEACHING STRATEGIES WORKSHOP Calculus: Dan Apple Macmillan 100

1:00- 3:00 PAPER.SESSIONS Macmillan 307 - • Engineering and Technology Track [Steve Beyerlein, Track Chair]

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William Mein, Clarkson University Topic: Clarkson University PC Initiative In 1983 Clarkson University issued a personal computer to all of its incoming Freshman students. Now four classes of students have graduated from Clarkson having had the advantages of a personal computer integrated into their education. This talk describes the Clarkson Personal Computer Initiative. Discussed are program issues: ownership, curriculum and its changes, student opinions of the program through survey results, and the perceived advantages of such an initiative.

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1:00 - 3:00 PAPER SESSIONS Macmillan 307 Engineering and Technology Track [cont]

Lee Jaclmow, SUNY at Farmingdale Topic: Experience with "PC SOLVE" as a "First Programming Language"

This paper examines the rationale for using "PC SOLVE" in the introductory portion of a PASCAL programming course for freshman engineers. In addition to providing a common experience, using "PC SOLVE" as a "first language" prior to formal instruction in the PASCAL course seems to have had positive effects on student programming skills as well as on the use of the computer in other subject areas. Although not done as a controlled experiement, results suggest further exploration.

000000000000000000000000000000 Jack Jennings,BMR Publishers, Inc. Topic: Future Plans for Engineering/Science Problem Solving Workbooks

Next year's plans for five Engineering/Science workbooks include statics, dynamics, fluids, materials, and thermal engineering. Interested authors are invited to attend.

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Steve Beyerlein, University of Idaho Topic: Engineering Libraries as Cornerstones in Curriculum Development All engineering disciplines share a common set of analysis tools including trigonometric identities, root finding, unit conversion, vector calculus, complex variables, and curve fitting. A variety of engineering analysis and graphics routines have been developed using PC SOLVE. Arranged in several libraries these routines can be accessed from any PC SOLVE workspace. Selected library routines will be illustrated in a curriculum example taken from dynamics.

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1:00 - 3:00 PAPER SESSIONS Macmillan 326 •_ Chemistry [Harry Pence, Track Chair]

0000000000000000000000 00000000 Agnes Tenney, University of Portland Topic: Teaching General Chemistry with "POINT 5" A computer supplement in general chemistry using "POINT 5" including classroom exercises, solved problems, and homework assignments has been developed. Examples of this supplement will be discussed showing how "POINT 5" can enhance graphical analysis in General Chemistry, expedite analyses of laboratory data and facilitate problem solving skills. Students with no prior programming knowledge, who are exposed to spreadsheet software early in their academic careers, can easily apply these skills to chemistry, physics, and mathematics.

000000000000000000000000000000 David Craig, HobarUWilliam Smith Colleges Topic: A Concept-Modeling Problem Solving Workshop Project for the First Year Chemistry Laboratory This project, funded in part by the Sears Roebuck Founda tion, is directed toward improving student performance in introductory chemistry. A one-hour module preceding each laboratory session will focus on developing numerical skills, problem solving strategies, and concept-modeling of relevant chemical principles for the subsequent laboratory experiment. The goals of this project [with a sample set of exercises for students designed to accompany a laboratory experiment with stearic acid monolayers] will be presented.

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1:00- 3:00 ~ PAPERSESSIONS . Macm illan 32 6 • Chemistry [Continued] Nelson DuBois and Harry Pence SUNY at Oneonta Calculations based on word problems are generally recog nized to present a significant obstacle for many students who take General Chemistry. In this paper, the authors will identify the various stages of the problem solving process and suggest instructional strategies that can be used to improve student performance.

000000000000000000000000000000 3:00 - 3:30 BREAK and REFRESHMENTS ..!E Phipps Foyer 3:30 -5:30 fw&J PROBLEM SOLVING WORKSHOPS Advanced Level: Facilitator: Bob Cronkite Macmillan 126

Beginner Level: Facilitator: Karl Krumsieg Macmillan 110

3:30 -5:30 Wbj TEACIITNG STRATEGIES 'WORKSHOP Macmillan 100 Chemistry: Agnes Tenney

3:30-5:30 PAPER SESSIONS •_Physics [Richard Harper, Track Chair] Macmillan 326

000000000000000000000000000000 Paul Kramer, Sill'.1Y at Farmingdale TOPIC: Process Writing as a Learning Tool fo r Physics Integrating critical writing skills so as to foster careful thinking in the physics laboratory will be addressed. Plans to use "POINT 5" to improve problem solving skil1s wi11 also be discussed.

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Jack Bopp, Jr., Nazareth Colle gs of Rochester Topic: Using "POINT 5" to Illustrate the Music of Physics The superimposition of waves, as important as it is to elementary courses in physics, chemistry, opics, and acoustics, is tedious to perform by teachers and students. "POINT 5" allows the timely addition of waves of different amplitude, frequency, and phase to occur that time constraints make prohibitive using graph paper.

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Richard Harper, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Topic: "POINT 5" Programming Techniques for the Physics Laboratory

The speaker's experiences in using "J'OINT 5" and sample problems developed to enhance problem solving in the physics laboratory will be presented.

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Dave Burgess, Riviera College, New Hampshire Topic: Transferring Problem Solving Skills in Physics to a Liberal Arts Environment Problem solving and 1n;:;u1,.>do1ogy fo, a; i introducwry physics course taken by liberal arts maj.:,;·s will be addressed in this talk. TUESDAY, JULY 31, 1990

3:30 - 5:30 PAPER SESSIONS Macmillan 307 • Business/Economics [Bill Hahn, Track Chair] 000000000000000000000000000000 DonBischo,SUNY at New Paltz Topic: Incorporating Problem Solving into the Business Curriculum A general model of introducing problem solving into a business curriculum during the freshman/sophomore core courses will be presented. A five-year look at the transition of technology and what the future holds for incorporating problem solving throughout the business curriculum. CQDQCOCO~QDOCOOOOOOOOOCIDQCQCO Vin Calluzzo, Iona College Topic: An Interactive Approach to Teaching Quantitative Methods Courses This presentation will discuss a new interactiv_e approach to teaching quantitative methods courses using a problem solving strategy. The focus of this talk is on how model building can play an important role i~the problem solving process for introducing new tools.

000000000000000000'000000000000 Mark Schlessinger, University of Massachusetts at Boston Topic: Reflections on Theories of Thinking and Problem Solving and Their Relationship to the Post-Secondary Classroom This paper summarizes a non-psychologist's immersion in psychological and related writings on intelligence, cognitive science, creativity, and problem solving skills. It offers a loose framework for scrutiny of theory and its implication for college classroom instruction. The paper recommends that educators and administrators adopt the behaviors that all problem solving instructors -- regardless of theory or practice -- agree on: patience, refl ectiveness, and above all a willingness to submit one's most prized idea$ to the prospect of falsifiability.

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3:30 - 5:30 PAPER SESSIONS Macmillan 30~ • Business/Economics [Continued] Shelby Mcintyre, Santa Clara University Topic: Problem Solving in Marketing Marketing practitioners typically tackle complex analytical problems that do not have formal solutions. These problems require problem solving skills and critical thinking as well as a fair degree of creativity. Examples of these problems would be: 1) planning optimal retail assortment, 2) determining the extra units sold to do a promotional account, 3) forecasting the unit sales for a new product, 4) scheduling retail promotions over the season, 5) setting the.optimal price based upon experimental test results. · 000000000000000000000000000000 Bill Hahn, SUNY at Delhi

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6:00 DINNER: Barbecue followed by Ice Cream ~ ~ Athletic Associ .... .ion Social and Dessert Wines House

8:00 BONFIRE at the Lake Boat Dock

HUMOR is a valuable business and personal success asset to anyone who uses it, most notably to motivate. HUMOR seems to energize, thereby inducing a creative, problem solving state of mind. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1. 1990 '7:30 • 8:00 BREAKFAST l'! Dining Hali 9:00 - 11 :30 ~ CHILDREJ.-VS HA.1,IDS-ON 'NORKSHOP Macmillan [For children of confe rence pa:!ticipants, ages 8 - 11) Facilitator: Bob Cronkite 000000()00000 8:30-11:30 ...PLENAR Y. SESSION Pl1 ipps Aud ~L_fulplementation Str~te-"·g;._i_es______.

r- ''') • 9:00 Paul Kingston, Consulting Academic Specialist IBM/ACIS for Northeastern Area Topic: Instructional Computing Resources from IBM IBM's support of instructional computing technology in higher education enables colleges and universities to respond to society's rapidly changing needs. Academic Information Services (ACIS) gives IBM a chance to work with the people who are defining the place of the computer on campus. IBM looks to the changing nature of teaching from a labor-intepsive institution of limited productivity to a profession based in~reasingly on the translation of research into technology-supported learning. ****************** 9:00 · 9:15 Jack Jennings,BMR Publishers, Inc. Topic: Designing Print Material that Integrates "POINT 5" into College Courses

In meeting its goal to design course-specific workbooks that integrate "POINT 5" into the curriculum, BMR has produced materials that require a minimum amount of the instructor's time. To get beginning "POINT 5" students up to speed on the software, all the workbooks must contain an on-your-own tutorial. The course specific body of the workbooks must construct a logical and easy-to-follow bridge between quantitative concepts in the course and the use of "POINT 5" to explore and manipulate these concepts. ****************** ,,,...... _

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9:1 5 · 9:45 Roger FirestierL Cf- nter fo r St. 1. .:i. dies in C-r eativjtv. - SUNY College at Buffalo ~ , Topic: Strategies fo r Nourishing Creativitv in the Classroom ~ \\'bat behav-i ors do instructors use that support or discourage student involvement in problem solving activities in the cl a:;;sroom? How do you foster an environment that encourages participatioll and the development of new ideas? This session will examine problem solving from a creativity perspective. It will explore some current definitions of creativity and provide techniques to assist faculty in developing a climate for creativity in their classrooms.

9:45 -10:15 BREAK and REFRESHMEN'IS ~ Phipps Aud

10:15 -1 1:00 David Craig, Hobart/William Smith Colleges Topic: ''Ways of Knowing" -- A General Education Course for All First-Year Students

"Ways of Knowing" is a one-term course offered to all first year students in the Fall term. Its goals are to introduce students to the spirit and methc,dology of inquiry in Human ities, Social Science, and Natural Sciences. The small discussion fonnat fosters active student participation as students study three scholarly works, one chosen from each area. Each of these works are brought to life as students pursue paralle1 investigations. This presentation will focus on the wayi; quantitative information processing have been integrated into this course. Ann Luciano, SUNY College at Brockport Topic: Baseline Adoption Implementation of POIN"T 5 requires the commilmenl of someone in authority and dedication of the person(s) carrying out the imple mentation, PO~'T 5 has become a part of the Quantitative Skills Program, the broad based General Education math program at SUNY College at Brockport, How it was started, problems encountered, strategies developed, and hardware use will be presented. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1. 1990

PLENARY SESSION Phipps Aud Implementation Strategies [Continued]

10:15-11 :00 Joan Meehan, Nichols College Dudley, Massachussetts Topic: PC Plan at Nichols College: A Three-Year Perspective The Personal Computer Plan at Nichols College requires all students to have an IBM compatible computer, preferably a laptop. This presentation will delineate the selection, purchase, distribution, training and integration of the PC Plan in some detail. Insight into pitfalls and special contacts developed as a result of this program should help those who are considering a similar plan.

***** •t H H H H •t •1 •1 •1 **** 11 :00 -11 :30 Rick Detweiler, Drew University Topic: Incorporating Problem Solving into Curriculum -- A Seven-Year Perspective in Technology

***** H H H •1 •1 •1 H •1 ***** 11 :30 - 12:30 LUNCHEON [11:30 -12:00 Serving Time] n Dining Hall

1:00 - 3:00 ~ PROBLEM SOLVING MacMillan 110 ~WORKSHOP Advanced Problem Solving Facilitator: Karl Krumsieg

1: 00 - 3:00 ~TEACHINGSTRATEGIBSWORKSHOPS! Physics: David Burgess MacMillan 100

Quantitative Methods: Vin Calluzzo MacMillan 126

1: 00 - 3:00 - OPENPCLABFORCONSULTATION MacMillan 115 Facilitator: Bob Cronkite WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 1990

1:00 - 3:00 PAPERSESSIONS Macmillan 326 • Instructional Computing [Bob Yavits, Track Chair]

000000000000000000000000000000 Larry Baldwin, Wellesley College, Wellesley, Massachusetts Topic: Incorporating "PC SOLVE" into Courses

Wellesley College purchased the "POINT 5" site license two years ago. It has already been incorporated into some courses at Wellesley and is just beginning to be utilized to its real potential. This talk will examine the factors and obstacles affecting adoption of "PC SOLVE" into specific courses as well as integrating it into various curricula.

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000000000000000000000000000000 ArtDieli, Jefferson Community College Topic: An Appoach to Cooperative Learning This presentation defines the term Dyad, as it applies to a community college environment. Techniques for imple menting are discussed. The presentation then examines significant differences that students and teacher may experience. Grading is addressed. The conclusion discusses the problems and advantages of the use of dyads.

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1:00- 3:00 PAPERSESSIONS Macmillan 307 • Math/Computer Science [Abolghassem (J alal) Alemzadeh, Track ChairJ 000000000000000000000000000000 Jim Wenslow, SUNY at Alfred Topic: Role of Problem Solving in Math Curricula What do you do when students in BASIC Programming courses and in fundamentals of math cannot solve verbal problems? We decided to try a problem solving seminar at Alfred State College. This presentation will discuss the effectiveness of the problem solving seminar in improving students' problem solving skills.

000000000000000000000000000000 A George Davis, Clarkson University Topic: Calculus Revisited The computer will be used to look again at the central concept of calculus - the limiting process. The limit of sequences, differential quotients and limit sums made "real". A possible approach to approximating e and the derivative of ex is presented.

000000000000000000000000000000 Abolghassem (Jalal) Alemzadeh, SUNY Cortland Topic: Teaching Strategies In the last decade the need to modify both teaching and learning methodologies in elementary and secondary mathematics has been discussed extensively, but the need to change college teaching methods for mathematics has received little attention. Areas of interest address math education and computer science.

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3:00 • 3:30 BREAK and REFRESHMENfS .!E Macmillan Foyer WEDNESDAY. AUGUST 1, 1990

3:30 - 5:30 ~ TEACHING STRATEGIES WORKSHOPS I Advanced Problem Solving Macmillan 11 O Facilitator: Karl Krumsieg Liberal Arts Math Macmillan 100 Facilitator: Ann Luciano Bulletin Board Macmillan 115 Facilitator: Art Dieli Engineering/Physics Macmillan 126 Facilitators: Steve Beyerlein and Pam Hurt

3:30 - 5:30 PAPER SESSIONS Macmillan .:,I _ • ~lementary & Secondary Education [William Caroscio, Track Chair]

000000000000000000000000000000 Lynn Richbart, NYS Department of Education, Bureau of Mathematics Education Topic: Problem Solving in the Secondary Schools This session will discuss the role of problem solving in the New York State Reg~nts Mathematics Program. A variety of problems will be presented that might be usable in grades 9 through 12.

000000000000000000000000000000 William Caroscio, Elmira Central School District Elmira, New York Topic: The Mathematics Community Answers the Call for Reform Reform in mathematics education has been called for from many comers of society as evidenced by the numerous national reports calling for development of a nation of problem solvers. Today's technological society is in need of people who can analyze and manage complex social, economic, and scientific issues in our "mathematized" society. Thus, mathematics programs must fully engage students in the process of integrating technology into their study of mathematics. This session will offer an overview of the content and spirit of the current reform in mathematics education.

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3:30 - 5:30 PAPER SESSIONS Macmillan 326 Elementary & Secondary Education [Cont]

JohnBeaver, SUNY College at Buffalo Topic: Extending Problem Solving Approaches Across the Curriculum

A look at strategies for introducing problem solving in elementary and middle school programs. Several approaches will be examined to review the advantages of early exposure to problem solving skill development.

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3:30 - 5:30 PAPER SESSIONS: Interdisciplinary & Macmillan 307 •_ Developmental Learning [Carol .Twigg, Track Chair]

000000000000000000000000000000 Carol Twigg, Empire State College, Topic: Integrating Computing into a Distance Learning Program: The Needs of Adult Students What do we know about the way adults learn that can help us integrate computing and problem solving into independent study and distance learning programs? For the past 20 years, Empire State College has successfully developed and implemented individualized progras of study for working adults based on sound pedagogical principles. This presentation will focus on how these principles can be extended to encompass uses of the computer and problem solving techniques to teach quantitative skills "across the curriculum."

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Linda Hobart, Community College of the Finger Lakes Topic: Problem Solving in CCFL'S Science Technology Orientation Course Problem solving in science and technology courses has always been a major stumbling block for students. "POINT 5" was introduced into our orientation course as a major survival tool. "POINT 5's" role as a survival skill will be discussed. 000000000000000000000000000000 John Murray, University of Massachusetts at Boston Topic: Ill-defined Problem Solving: Structure and Strategies Real problems do not come ready made in well-defined packages. They are often hidden in an array of associated problems. These types of problems are often misunderstood and incorrectly defined because only partial aspects are revealed at any one time. The structure of such problems requires unique problem-solving strategies and processes which will be explored during this session.

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6:00 DINNER with local wines served 1' ~ Ballroom WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 1990

8:00 After Dinner Address: DAN APPLE Phipps Aud

Topic: Designing and Delivering Interactive Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Curricula

As president of Pacific Crest Software, Dr. Apple has visited more than 500 campuses and trained over 3,000 faculty members with how to use software to improve curriculum content delivery and problem solving. Apple's presentation centers on how to design critical thinking and problem solving curriculum.

9:00 FORMATION OF SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (SIGs) Kay Carlisi, Chair This time reserved for discipline tracks to develop strategies for the following topics: • Curriculum Libraries Phipps Aud • Bulletin Boards • Newsletter • PCS Library • Advisory Committee • 1991 Conference THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 1990

8:00- 8:30 BREAKFAST Dining Hall 9:00-10:00 • PANEL DISCUSSION j Phipps Aud Focus: Incorporating Problem Solving into Curricula Moderator: Dewayne Beery Panelists: Dan Apple Pam Hurt Steve Beyerlein Harry Pence Carol Twigg Summary Remarks: Paul Kramer

12:00- 1:00 LUNCHEON ft Dining Hall

1: 30 - 4:00 ~ CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS ·

Basic Math Facilitator: Karl Krumsieg Macmillan 100

Business Math Macmillan 126 Faciliatator: Bill Hahn

Statistics Library/ Curriculum Development Facilitators: Bob Johnson, Monroe Comm. Coll. Macmillan 11 O Bob Cronkite

Distance Learning and the Non-traditional Macmillan 115 Student Facilitator: Carol Twigg 5:00 · 5:30 COCKTAILS - Planning for 1991 Conference Y Macmillan Lobby 6:30 DINNER fl Art Exhibit Room in Macmillan ~ .. . . < . ..

'I Macmillan Macmillan Macmillan Macmillan Macmillan Macmillan I 11 0 100 126 115 307 326 ! I Tues . Pcoblem Teaching Problem EngineeringL Qhemist!:J'. Solving Strategies Solving Technologll I!:acis ! ) . Workshop Workshop Workshop Ir.aQS. I 0 .vO pm Beginner Calculus Beginner 1 Krumsieg Apple Cronkite Paper Session Paper Session Tues. Problem Te 9ching Problem Businessl Phl£SiCS SQlving Str9tegie§ SQlving Economics Track 13:30 - Wo rkshoQ WorkshoQ Workshop Ir.aQS. pm 5:30 Beginner Chemistry Advanced I Krumsieg Tenney Cronkite Paper Session Paper Session Wed . Problem Teaching Teaching Qpen PQ M..a1hL Instructional Solving Strategies Strategies Lab For Qom.Science Qor:nputing I 1 :00 - Workshop Workshop Workshop Qonsuitation ~ Track 3:00 pm Adv. Prob. Sol. Physics Quant. Methods - Krums ieg Burgess Galluzzo Cronkite Paper Session Paper Session I Wed . Teaching Teaching Teachiog Teaching Jn1.e.r: Elementa!:J'.L ~trategie s Strategies Strategies Strategies disciplirnmL SecondafJ'. 13:30 - Wo rkshop Work shop Workshop Workshop Qev. Learning Education 5:30 pm Adv. Prob. Sol. Lib. Arts/ Math Engineering Bulletin Board ~ I.rac!i Krumsieg Luciano Beyerlein/Hurt Dieli Paper Session 1:>aper Session Cu rriculum Qurriculum QurriQulum Qu rriQU IL! m Thurs. I Qevelop. Q.eve lop, Develop, l:2evelop , workshop Woc!sshop Workshop Workshop 1 :30 - ' pm Stat. Libraries Basic Math Business Math Distance I I Johnson/ Learning Cronkite Kru msieg Hahn Twigg Ii _,...__ _

FRIDAY, AUGUST 3. 1990

9:00-1 1: 30 HANDSON POWER USERS WORKSHOP Macmillan 11 O [By Invitation] Facilitators: Steve Beyerlein Rick Harper

Topics to be covered include:

• Development of modules in calculus • Tips on creating curriculum libraries • Review of grant opportunities for integrating problem solving across the curriculum • High school/college curriculum interface

SEE YOU AT THE 1991 CONFERENCE ! ! CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE

Conference Chair Assistant Marketing Chair Paul Kramer Sharon Gallagher Professor of Physics Director/SUNY Training Center SUNY College of Technology SUNY Health Science Center at Farmingdale 7 50 East Adams Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 Syracuse, NY 13210 (516) 271-8311 (315) 4644078 Program Chair Conference Center Director Dewayne A. Beery Bill North Associate Vice President/ Wells College Conference Center Academic Affairs Aurora, NY 13026 SUNY College at Buffalo (315) 364-3399 519 Grover Cleveland Buffalo, NY 14222 Host Campus (716) 878-5901 Sandy Shilepsky Professor of Mathematics Marketing Chair Wells College Patricia C. Wille Aurora, NY 13026 Acting Associate Dean (315) 364-3262 Academic Affairs Niagara County Community College Finance Chair Sanborn, NY 14132 Susan Tellier (716) 731-3271 Wells College Aurora, NY 13026 Marketing Support (315) 364-3370 Paul Kingston IBM/ACIS Social Chair P.O. Box 1367 Beverly Ilacqua Syracuse, NY 13201 Hobart & William Smith Colleges (315) 424-2189 Geneva, NY 14456 (315) 781-3350 ·"·

CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE User Group Chair Vendor Chair Kay Carlisi Hal Roach Computer Science Director, Information Services Community College of the Mount San Antonio College Finger Lakes 1100 North Grand Avenue Lincoln Hill Road Walnut, California 91789 Canandaigua, NY 14424 (714) 594-5611, Ext. 4365 (716) 394-3500 1991 Conference Marketing Support Co-chairs Liz Rychnowski Steve Beyerlein Computer Labs Manager Mechanical Engineering Dept. 797 Prospect Avenue University of Idaho Buffalo, NY 14213 Moscow, Idaho 83843 (716) 884-4399 (208) 885-6579 Keynote 8.Peaker Richard Harper Pam Hurt Physics Department Pacific Vision, Inc. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1441 Broadway 110 8th Street Boulder, CO 80302 Troy, NY 12181 (303) 938-1883 (518) 276-6434 PROBLEM SOLVING ACROSS THE CURRICULUM