Mathematics

André has been a math instructor for adult learners in Halifax for over ten years.  However, his interests in mathematics are not limited to the classroom.

He has also played a role in piloting new curriculum outcomes for Levels I and II of the Nova Scotia Adult Learning Program, as well as being part of the Level I Math Faculty Working Group and the GED Math Course Development Team.

When the opportunity presented itself, he created a poster on math techniques for adult learners and presented it during the Spotlight on Learning conference in Toronto.  He has also hosted a session on Math Learning Difficulties at the Learner Supports Conference in Truro.

An outline of André's instruction methods can be seen in the following presentation.

Additional Training

Certificate of completion in N.S. Foundational Training for Adult Literacy Practitioners, Literacy Nova Scotia, 8 month eCampus exploring the strategies involved in instructing adult learners.

    Modules included:

        - What's your message? Relating to the Adult Learner

        - Integrating Information Technology (IT) Skills into your Teaching

        - Teaching Math: Basic Principles

        - Teaching Math: Keeping it Real

Presentation to assist with the instruction of adults with a Math LD.