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Speaker: John Brown, Lake View High School (Chicago)Title: Artisanal Math
Abstract: Artisanal Mathematics, the mathematics of the craftsperson and the workshop, is underrepresented in school mathematics. Commercial-administrative and philosophical mathematics dominate the mainstream curriculum. We will investigate the theoretical and historical background of our current curriculum and be encouraged to collect examples of artisanal mathematics and translate them into curricular materials. Math examples include alternative methods for geometric constructions and measurement
Speaker Bio: From 2015–2018, John worked as a data scientist for Deloitte Consulting. In this role, he developed cognitive technologies for clients in healthcare and manufacturing, and consulted on internal projects.
John also worked as an adjunct community college instructor for one year and spent one semester teaching high school math part-time. He tutors high school, college, and graduate students in advanced math and test preparation, which he has been doing for over 10 years. Also, John has worked with Math Circles of Chicago as an instructor for four years and serves on the program committee.
John has been teaching at Lake View High School since the 2019–2020 school year.
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NIATM Meeting – Tuesday October 21, 2025 - Rockford University Burpee Building, 2nd floor
5:30 – 6:15 p.m. ------- Dinner in the Dining Hall
6:30 – 8:00 p.m. -------- Presentation & Questions in the Faculty Dining Room
One time membership fee for students: $10 (cash or check)
Membership for others: $20 (cash or check)
Dinner: $9.52 (credit card)
Any questions, please contact Filiz Dik at [email protected]
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Rockford University, Rockford, United States
