Karen Trujillo

Professional Title
Post-Doctoral Researcher
Organization/Institution
New Mexico State University (NMSU)
About Me (Bio)
I have been an educator in many capacities for 20 years. I have been a classroom teacher, a principal, a professional development specialist, a grant writer, a grand administrator and a grant evaluator. I am currently working with a the Math Snacks team at New Mexico State University.
Personal Website
https://www.mathsnacks.com
Keywords
Mathematics

Math Snacks Early Algebra Using Games and Inquiry to Help Students Transition from Number to Variable

New Mexico State University (NMSU)
09/01/2015

This project will develop games to build conceptual understanding of key early algebra topics. The materials will be freely accessible on the web in both English and Spanish. The project will develop 4-5 games. Each game will include supporting materials for use by students in inquiry-based classroom lessons, and web-based professional development tools for teachers.

Math Snacks: Addressing Gaps in Conceptual Mathematics Understanding with Innovative Media

New Mexico State University (NMSU)
09/01/2009

This project is developing and evaluating effectiveness of 15 - 20 short computer mediated animations and games that are designed to: (1) increase students' conceptual understanding in especially problematic topics of middle grades mathematics; and (2) increase students' mathematics process skills with a focus on capabilities to think and talk mathematically.