The problem with the beginning of Geometry is the sheer number of definitions. My students have started to groan when I say we have more definitions to talk about. There must be a better way to get these definitions down. I feel as though I spend so much time trying to get them to copy down notes that they have no time to actually try to work with the concepts. And that's the part with which I feel I would be most helpful. Perhaps students' homework time would be better spent by getting the definitions for the next day. Then they can work on solving problems in class.
Perhaps I'll try that approach for the next unit.
On a semi-related topic, I just received an email linking me to a page that piqued my interest in using technology to teach. This one was about wikis. The podcast, found here , talks about using a wiki to communicate and collaborate with students and parents. It's not a bad idea. I'm just not sure how to use it within mathematics. It would be interesting to try it, though. Apparently teachers can get free wikis at http://www.wikispaces.com. Even more of a reason to try.
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