[DMANET] Computer Science and Mathematics Outreach, August, Darwin, Australia

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS OUTREACH

The School of Engineering and Information Technology, Parameterized Complexity Research Unit at Charles Darwin University presents the

First International Conference on Creative Mathematical Sciences Communication

Join a visionary, catalytic mix of educators, mathematical science researchers and others in interesting discussions about key issues in mathematics communication and outreach.

** Examine how mathematical THINKING strategies nurture 21st Century competencies.

** Look at the process of sharing unsolved maths problems and the FRONTIERS of computer science and maths.

** Determine methods of fostering CURIOSITY and perseverance in maths.

** Design CULTURAL and whole body activities that show understanding and relevance to INDIGENOUS peoples, and connect math with the inner self and community.

**Cultivate RELATIONSHIPS between educators, mathematicians, computer science researchers and government to enhance math curiosity and enthusiasm.

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DATES: Conference starts at 1pm Friday, 2 August and continues to Saturday, 10 August, 2013 at Charles Darwin University, Australia, with some days in the Outback.

WEBSITE and REGISTRATION: www.cdu.edu.au/conference/csmaths

CONTACT: Frances.Rosamond@cdu.edu.au or Michael.Fellows@cdu.edu.au

This conference looks at the new paradigm of mathematics outreach in the world. It has a monumental impact that is just beginning to evolve. The website gives the bios of a brilliant line-up of keynote speakers. We value your participation.

** Share successful activities with colleagues, including instances where outreach has inspired new research questions or directions. For example, Mike Fellows will describe how "Kid Crypto" inspired the new research direction of Polly Cracker crypto systems.

** Discuss with Tim Bell and others the future directions of Computer Science Unplugged! which started as a grass-roots movement and now is translated into 17 languages.

World-wide, Google supports CS4HS which uses the activities and philosophy, as does the Computational Thinking Institute at Carnegie Mellon. The materials are recommended by the ACM K-12 Curriculum and CSTA (Computer Science Teachers Association).

The activities are kinaesthetic, cooperative and do not require any computers (unplugged). They are described on an extensive website and dedicated YouTube channel (www.csunplugged.org).

** Increase maths and computer science interest among Indigenous learners. Examine outreach with Chris Matthews, Griffith Univ and Terry Dunbar, CDU (Aboriginal learners); R.Ramanujam (Jam), Chennai Institute Mathematical Sciences (Tamil Nadu); Ulrike Stege, UVIC and Geri Lorway, Alberta (Native People of Canada), Judith Montgomery, Univ Santa Barbara (Latinos), and others.
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A computer science research workshop, PARAMETERIZED COMPLEXITY 'NEW IDEAS' WORKSHOP will take place the two days preceding (31 July--01 Aug). This may enable justification of travel for researchers interested in both areas. We will share new insights on parameterized Bayes Theorem, Nash Equilibria, Incrementalization and other parameterized problems. The workshop will be broad, and we look forward to hearing your ideas. Please contact Frances.Rosamond@cdu.edu.au if you would like a letter of invitation or have any questions.


Frances A. Rosamond, Ph.D.

Professorial Research Fellow

Parameterized Complexity Research Unit

Engineering and IT

Charles Darwin University

Darwin, Northern Territory 0909 Australia



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