3rd Regional MI Seminar-Workshop

The Mathematics Teachers Association of the Philippines-Iloilo Chapter (MTAP-IC), Inc. will hold its Third Regional Mathematics Investigation and Modeling Seminar-Workshop on

April 20, 21 and 27, 2013 at the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) Building of the West Visayas State University, Luna Street, La Paz, Iloilo City.

This sought-after seminar-workshop has invited experts trained in University of the Philippines-Diliman and Department of Science and Technology (DOST). It is designed for high school in-service teachers in the region with the theme: “Enriching classroom instruction through Mathematical Investigation and Modeling in the K-12 Curriculum.” This is in recognition of the importance of mathematical investigation and modeling as an effective and efficient teaching tool in the delivery of more in-depth, relevant, and lasting math awareness and literacy to our young mathematicians.

Specifically, this activity has the following objectives:

1. equip math teachers the necessary knowledge, mindset, experience, and skills to mentor students in doing math investigations, modeling, and problem solving initiatives;

2. build a mathematics culture among teachers (that will eventually cascade to their students) that is critical, progressive, developmental, collaborative, and analytical through math investigations;

3. create a lasting and more personal venue for sharing effective mathematics teaching practices, materials, and methods; and

4. update mathematics teachers with the MTAP-IC activities.

We have invited several experts, namely: Dr. Myrna Libutaque, Dr. Alona M. Belarga and Dr. Elvira Arellano, among others. The three are former DOST scholars who major in mathematics education and were trained by the UP National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education (UPNISMED). Dr. Libutaque is currently a faculty member of Philippine Science High School-Western Visayas while Dr. Belarga (Director of Instruction and Quality Assurance) and Dr. Arellano (Associate Dean of the College of Education and Director of the Center for Research in Science and Mathematics Education) are active mathematics professors of WVSU. They will be assisted by MI experts from MTAP-IC, Inc. leadership who will serve as mentors and facilitators in the three-day activity.

With this, a registration fee of Php2,200.00 shall be collected for the interested participants to cover the three-day snacks and lunch, conference materials, venue, speakers’ honoraria, and certificates. A discount of Php200 will be given to MTAP-IC members who have renewed their membership this year. Only 60 participants will be accommodated to join the seminar-workshop.

For inquiries regarding the MI Seminar-Workshop, you may contact Dr. Herman Lagon at 09202294759 or hermanlagon1@gmail.com; or Mr. Kim Jay Encio at 09489672890 or kimjay.encio@yahoo.com.

MTAP-IC BOD 2013

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2013

President: Dr. Herman M. Lagon

Vice President: Prof. Jonathan C. Glorial

Secretary: Ms. Rosemarie G. Galvez

Ass’t. Secretary: Kim Jay C. Encio

Treasurer: Mrs. Rhodora A. Cartagena

Ass’t Treasurer: Prof. Maria Cecelia P. Amparado

Auditor: Prof. Lindley Kent M. Faina

Board Members:

Dr. Alex B. Facinabao

Dr. Harold Cartagena

Engr. Ramon S. Jardiniano

Mr. Mario E. Bañavo

Mr. Matthew Lasap

Mr. Roberto G. Sagge, Jr.

Mr. Stephen Raymund T. Jinon

Prof. Alexander J. Balsomo

Advisers:

Mrs. Ligaya H. Montelijao

Ms. Hermosisima L. Altillero

Dr. Kim S. Arcea

Dr. Alona M. Belarga

The MTAP – IC Research Journal Submission Guidelines

Mathematics Teachers Association of the Philippines
Iloilo Chapter
c/o Dr. Alona M. Belarga
West Visayas State University
La Paz, Iloilo City

1.   The MTAP-IC Research Journal welcomes articles detailing qualitative and/or quantitative research on mathematics education, expositions on applications of mathematics education to various fields of endeavor, review of educational resources (print, multi-media, and so on), and reflections on teaching and learning mathematics.

2.   Manuscripts presented to MTAP – IC Research Journal should be double-spaced all throughout, left-justified, with 1 inch margin on every side, and printed using Arial 11 points on “8 1/2x11” bond paper. The MTAP – IC Research Journal generally adheres to the specifications of the fifth edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (2001).

3.   Every research article must have all the following four major parts: (1) Title Page, (2) Abstract, (3) Body of the Report, and (4) References. Each part begins on a new page. Total number of pages must not exceed to 15 pages.

4.   The one-page Title Page contains the following:

The title of the articles in ≤ 12 words, mentioning the major variables or concepts of the research, centered on the line;

The author(s) and affiliation(s), centered on the line.

5.   The one-page Abstract, to contain ≤120 words in a single unindented paragraph, must mention the research problem, sample, method, findings, and conclusion (or even implication).

Three to ten key words that reflect the content of the manuscript should be provided.

6.   The Body of the Report, which starts as page 3, should have all the following four sections: (1) Introduction, (2) Method, (3) Results, and (4) Discussion. The entire text of the Body of the Report is written out continuously from the beginning to end, double-spaced, with only the respective section titles, centered on the line and serving as center heads, marking and transitions.

          The Introduction section states the researcher’s   objective/s, scope,

significance, and hypothesis. It also summarizes the literature and related studies. There is no need to place the word Introduction.

The Method section is brief but as detailed as to allow for independent replication of the entire research. It has three subsections which also serve as side-heads: (1) Participants or Source of Data, (2) Materials or Instruments, (3) Procedure for Data Collection and Analysis. These three subsections should be indicated for each variable in the study, and, further, for each phase of a multiple – phase research.

The Results section discloses the general and specific outcomes of the data collection and analysis. It is evidenced by adequately labeled statistical and other tests. Results may be presented based on the organization or the research variables, or on the logic imposed by the research framework. A conclusion straightforwardly answers the research problem.

The Discussion section presents an evaluation and interpretation (or alternative interpretation) of the research outcomes, including those for extreme and unexpected findings. It explicates the statistical interactions and main effects, and acknowledges their (internal and external) validity limitations. Where appropriate, it revisits the literature and related studies in light of the new findings. Finally, it articulates vital implications and recommendations that ensure from the findings.

7.   The References, following the APA format. Lists all the materials actually cited in the article.

8.   A manuscript may also include: Author(s) note(s), Footnote(s), Table(s), Figure(s), and Appendix(s). Their format must adhere to the APA specifications. Each table (which may not have vertical rules) or figure (which may be an illustration, a diagram, a photograph, or a positive of a film or x-ray) must be on a separate sheet and properly captioned. A set of data may be presented only either as table or figure, not both. A table or figure must be comprehensible independently of, and must complement and not duplicate, the text.

9.   Each submission must consist of a soft copy (please send through electronic email: wilhelm_0715@yahoo.com)  and four print copies of the article addressed to the Editorial Board c/o Dr. Wilhelm P. Cerbo, West Visayas State University, La Paz, Iloilo City for editing and review of the referees.

10.                When a material is accepted for publication, it is agreed that the copyright belongs to the publisher.

11.                All manuscripts must be received by the Editorial Board not later than November 29, 2012.

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Quiz Bee Prizes

The following cash prizes (c/o Prof. Rhodora Cartagena) will be given to the winners

a.      Php5000-first prize

b.      Php3500-second prize

c.      Php2000-third prize

d.      Php500-cosolation prize for the fourth, fifth and sixth placers.

 

Election 2012 guidelines

GUIDELINES

in the Conduct of Election of Eight (8)

Board of Directors of MTAP – IC.

 

1.      Who shall preside. The Chairman of the Election Committee shall preside during the conduct of the election of the Board of directors.

2.      Manner of Nomination. Nomination may be done by filling up the nomination form and submitting it to the election committee. Only nominations forms duly signed/acknowledged by the nominee shall be entertained by the election committee.

3.      Who may be nominated.  Any active member of the Mathematics Teachers Association of the Philippines, Inc. Iloilo Chapter (MTAP-IC) present during the 4^th Regional Convention duly registered as a participant may be nominated as long as he/she has not served as board  of director of the MTAP-IC for two (2) consecutive terms prior to his nomination.

4.      Presentation of the Nominees. Prior to casting of votes, nominees will be given at most one (1) minute for self-introduction.

5.      Manner of Voting. Registered participants of the convention shall be given a ballot where they could write the names of at most eight (8) nominees. Voting must be done secretly and the ballot must be dropped in the designated ballot box.

6.      Appreciation of ballots. As soon as casting of votes is closed, appreciation of ballots shall immediately start to determine the top eight (8) nominees with the most number of votes. In case of tie for the last positions, a run-off election shall be held immediately. In case the tie involves two nominees only for the 8^th position, a toss coin shall be held to determine the 8^th member of the Board of Directors.

 

                                                                                                                          The Election Committee

 

4th Regional Convention Programme

Memo from DepEd-Iloilo City

Mathematics teachers of DepEd-Iloilo City, you may charge the registration fee in the 4th Regional MTAP-IC Convention against local fund.