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The upper-school curriculum topic of quadratics\u0026mdash;their algebra and their graphs\u0026mdash;provides a profound opportunity to explore innovative problem-solving, to experience deep joy in truly understanding mathematics, and to practice the powerful art of thinking like a mathematician. This overview of the topic shows how to teach and experience just that. This is an experiential, \u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Development\u003c/strong\u003e course that allows teachers to obtain a certificate of recognition for completing this course at their own pace. On completing the course, teachers may also use the course as instructional material to teach their students.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach of the six lessons here is based on a 35-45 minute video of \u0026nbsp;Dr. Tanton as he shares his thoughts and experiences on thinking about and teaching quadratics. Each video is divided into small, manageable segments, to make the lesson accessible and easier to digest. 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