Fri Nov 6th

Featured Session

Teaching Mathematics for Social Justice

Are we preparing students for the world that use to exist, the world that currently exists, or the future that awaits them? In this session participants will develop an understanding of challenges when instructing mathematics, learn how to implement socially impactful mathematics lessons (inclusive of practical resources), and make sense of a pathway forward to drive systematic change.

Infusing Dynamism into Problem Solving

Regardless of an elementary school’s math curriculum, there is often an inverse relationship between students’ age and their enthusiasm towards word problems. Precipitous drops from one year to the next are common. Upswings are rare. This trend is often the product of word problem complexes that have been unnecessarily created. This session will examine six different methods to differentiate and infuse dynamism into daily problem solving.

Engaging in Collaboration and Discourse in an Online Space

Research shows that collaboration and discourse are critical components to high quality mathematics learning. While incorporating these components into in-person teaching is common practice for many mathematics educators, shifting these to an online space presents its own challenges and can be overwhelming. In this session, we will consider the factors teachers face when moving to online instruction, what we have learned along the way, and examine a variety of strategies that can be utilized to effectively incorporate collaboration and discourse into online learning.

Using TI-Nspire to Inspire Low Achieving Students through a Regents Exam

Do you have struggling students in a Regents class? Did you know that you can do most of the exam on the TI Nspire? Anywhere between 15 to 21 questions can be answered on multiple choice solely using the Nspire. Students with the Nspire see great improvement in their scores. Great for all students! Participants will learn tricks and "hacks" to bring back to their students along with videos and a resource book.

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Redefining the 1:1 Math Classroom

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The 1:1 mathematics classroom must be a place where teaching and learning are redefined, not just by integrating technology into pre-existing lessons, but by developing new, never before possible experiences for students to engage in and display their mathematical understanding. Come learn how to use the most effective mathematics learning tools, online experiences and instructional strategies focused on displaying student understanding in the 1:1 classroom.

Storytelling: The Journey of Rehumanizing

Mathematics for All

Stories mark us for life. They are reflections of our humanness and our deepest desire to find our own identities. Mathematics is a library of stories that illuminate the resilience, perseverance, courage, risk, struggle, failure, and curiosity found in all of those who have been transfixed by this art form. every race culture and civilization has contributed to these stories of the human spirit. However, many of these stories have been marginalized, obscured, or in many cases, never been told. It is now become a moral imperative to tell these stories, with color and conviction, and champion a future of a more graceful, kind, and human math education. The endless journey to this Begins by looking exhaustively, passionately, and equitably at its beautiful past.

Sunil Singh is the author of Pi of Life: The Hidden Happiness of Mathematics(2017), Math Recess: Playful Learning in an Age of Disruption(2019) and Chasing Rabbits: A Curious Guide to a Lifetime of Mathematical Wellness(2021). He is a passionate leader in humanizing mathematics, and his role of Director of the Board at The Human Restoration Project, an endeavor aimed at transforming schools, is supporting that initiative. Sunil travels all over North America, speaking and providing creative workshops on K to 12 math instruction. Some of the more interesting places he has presented include The Museum of Mathematics, The Fields Institute at the University of Toronto, and The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.

Morse Code: Create a pathway to STEM careers in your classroom

Learn the basics of coding and see how you can bring it into your classroom. If you can, have your own TI Graphing Calculator or TI software. Speaker will share all of his programs with attendees.

Response to Intervention: Using the Vertical Alignment to Close Achievement Gaps in Secondary Mathematics

In this session math educators will learn how to use the prerequisite skills and the vertical alignment of skills to create a plan of action for Tier 2 intervention.

Leading Change in the 21st Century

We are living some of the most challenging and exciting times in all of human history. These times reflect what Marlon calls the 3 C’s: Change, Complexity and Extreme Competition. Change is not easy, and people tend to resist it.The question becomes, how do we respond to the 3 C’s? On this presentation, Marlon shares his views on Leadership and discusses the real challenge of Leadership. Your audience will learn how to lead their teams through change and to create strategies that will result in long-term change.

Mathematizing Problems That Matter to your Students

Successful approaches to solving problems, including routine word problems and tackling mathematical modeling tasks, embrace a multitude of strategies, including mathematizing. Mathematizing is more than finding an answer. It is making sense of the actions and relationships in a problem situation and choosing an operation with care. When students learn to mathematize they have the power to make sense of problems that are important to them.

Fostering Social Emotional Learning using Growth Mindset

Social Emotional Learning has become more prevalent for both children and adults in our schools and classrooms. Educators can maximize the benefits of SEL by also elevating growth mindset practices, and the belief in our learning potential. Instead of seeing mistakes or setbacks as a sign of failure or low intelligence, students and educators who embrace a growth mindset will view the challenge as an opportunity for learning and growth. Join us as we explore ways in which we can apply these practices to our SEL initiatives to bolster both teacher and student achievement.

Allison Peet has served in education for 20 years, both as a classroom teacher at various grade levels, as well as a facilitator for mathematics professional learning. Allison is the co-author of Math in Practice: Teaching Second Grade Math.