2024 Northwest Mathematics Conference: Full Schedule

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8:30am PDT

Rate of Change: Algebra to Calculus

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Macdonald F, Fairmont

What if you could help students see slope not as an equation to memorize, but as a representation of real events? Get out of your seats to model relationships between position and time using hands-on data collection. Learn some surprising things about teaching rate of change from algebra through calculus.

Speakers

Curtis Brown

Curtis Brown taught mathematics and AP Statistics for several years in Pasadena, TX and spent 5 years working for the National Math and Science Initiative as the Statistics Curriculum Coordinator. He currently works as the Math Segment Manager for Texas Instruments Inc. Since starting... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Macdonald F, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Intermediate, Exhibitor | Middle, Exhibitor | Secondary, Exhibitor

8:30am PDT

Improving Math Instruction through Reflective Conversations

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Callaghan, Westin

Follow our district’s journey to provide a productive, trusting environment to engage in continuous professional learning through reflective conversations around math instruction. This model elevates teacher voice and practice while learning how to "talk about instruction" with a lens on improvement, growth, and peer mentorship. You will see how powerful self observation can be and how the partnership of a trusted peer can support growth in both educators. You and your team will leave inspired and ready to conduct this meaningful learning in your own school and department.

Speakers

Shannon Parvankin

Secondary Teaching and Learning Coordinator, Gresham-Barlow School District

Shannon began her career as a middle school math teacher. After 15 years in the classroom, she became an instructional coach working with MS and HS math teachers and focusing on supporting multilingual students through structured discourse. Throughout her coaching tenure, she facilitated... Read More →

NWMC Reflective Conversations pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Callaghan, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

8:30am PDT

Academic Coaching in Mathematics Classrooms

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Glacier, Westin

This session will bring forward the process of teacher coaching in mathematics classrooms. The coaching cycle will be discussed, resources shared on how to initiate the process, anecdotal evidence along with opportunities to brain-storm and analyze case-studies. Elements of Lesson Study and collaborative approach to teaching mathematics will be the lenses of this session.

Speakers

Max Sterelyukhin

Max has been a mathematics teacher for over 15 years with a keen interest in every aspect of a meaningful mathematics classroom. He has done research in the following: collaborative learning, student-centered learning, flipped classroom and discussion-based learning. In addition... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Glacier, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

8:30am PDT

Building Thinking Classrooms: Closing the Lesson

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Macdonald AB, Fairmont

Building Thinking Classroom is a practice most well know for having students working on thinking tasks, in random groups, and at vertical whiteboards. In this session, I will discuss why it is important to think beyond these practices to the closing of the lesson. In particular, I will look at the new research on the three practices that close a thinking classroom lesson—consolidation, meaningful notes, and check-your-understanding questions. These three practices are instrumental in helping students organize, structure, and formalize their learning.

Speakers

Peter Liljedahl

Building Thinking Classrooms

Dr. Peter Liljedahl is a Professor of Mathematics Education in the Faculty of Education at Simon Fraser University and author of the best-selling book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Grades K-12): 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning. Peter is a former high school... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Macdonald AB, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12, BTC | Primary, BTC | Intermediate, BTC | Middle, BTC | Secondary, BTC

8:30am PDT

How Can We Use Generative AI to Support Mathematics Education

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Emerald C, Westin

Despite indications that Generative AI (GAI) responses to mathematical prompts are not yet robust, there is a notable progression in the technology's ability to provide more accurate and contextually relevant answers. Through a collection of example prompts and responses we demonstrate that GAI as a promising tool for educational support, contingent on careful scrutiny and responsible use by educators and learners. We will work with participants to generate additional questions to support real-time exploration of the potentials and limitations of GAI.

Speakers

Leslee Francis Pelton

Presenter, University of Victoria

Leslee Francis Pelton is an associate professor at the University of Victoria, where she teaches classes on mathematics pedagogy and educational technology. Research interests include: creating and evaluating educational apps; and the use of appropriate technologies to engage students... Read More →

Tim Pelton

Associate Professor, University of Victoria

Tim Pelton is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Victoria, Canada. He teaches undergraduate classes on mathematics pedagogy and educational technology, and graduate classes on educational technology and research methods. His research interests... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Emerald C, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12, AI | Primary, AI | Intermediate, AI | Middle, AI | Secondary, AI

8:30am PDT

Moving Towards Data Science

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Alpine D, Westin

Are you interested in building data literacy with your students? In this session, we will engage in a Data Talk and learn how to implement this collaborative activity as a warm-up for any mathematics class. These data discussions ignite students’ curiosity, prompt them to ask questions about the world around them, and help decolonize the classroom by decentering the teacher as the sole source of knowledge. Experiences and resources will also be shared about how a Data Science 12 course was locally developed and how these Data Talks form the basis of that curriculum.

Speakers

Evan Fryer

St. Michaels University School

Evan Fryer is a secondary school mathematics and statistics teacher who works on the lands of the Esquimalt, Songhees, and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples (Victoria, BC). He has a goal of increasing data science education in our K-12 schools and experience decolonizing school leadership through... Read More →

Moving Towards Data Science BCAMT Conference pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Alpine D, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

8:30am PDT

"Impossible" Puzzles to Challenge Your Thinking #2 !

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Macdonald D, Fairmont

This presentation follows my last year’s with new puzzles. You will be given a number of the best simple, yet challenging, Mathematical puzzles, conundrums and paradoxes that I could find to solve using your creative, lateral, logical, inductive & analytical thinking, however the surprising answers will seem very counter-intuitive! You will be able to share these entertaining and educational puzzles with your students to naturally enhance their curiosity and interest with Mathematical topics. These activities are not really about numbers, since Mathematics truly isn't about numbers, its about thinking logically!

Speakers

Blair Yochim

I am now retired from careers as a Professional Electrical Engineer and a middle/high school teacher. I taught special needs students Mathematics, Physics, & Electronics for about 13 years in two BC schools. I volunteered in the "Scientists and Innovators in the Schools (SIS)" program... Read More →

Impossible Puzzles Number 2 answers pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Macdonald D, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Middle Secondary

8:30am PDT

The art of designing assessment - Low-floor, high-ceiling investigative tasks as assessments.

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Emerald B, Westin

Are you seeking a supplement or replacement for chapter tests? This session will provide examples of various investigative tasks designed to enable students of varying abilities to demonstrate a range of competencies using their math knowledge and concepts learned in class. These tasks align not only with the BC curriculum (Grades 8-12) content and competencies but also aim to uncover the beauty and practical applications of mathematics. Additionally, the speaker will share insights into the rationale and planning process behind designing these tasks as assessments, as well as how they contribute to building transferable skills.

This session is also running on Saturday, October 26th, 8:30-9:45 am.

Speakers

Duncan Li

Mathematics Teacher, Lord Byng Secondary

Duncan is an IB-trained high school math teacher teaching in Vancouver, who has also taught internationally. Central to his teaching philosophy is the cultivation of transferable skills, fostering an environment where students not only grasp mathematical concepts but also uncover... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Emerald B, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Middle, Assessment Secondary | Secondary, Assessment Secondary

8:30am PDT

A Landscape for Assessment Without Percentages for AP Calculus

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Nordic, Westin

Come find out insights on how using a proficiency based model of assessment has bolstered student engagement, achievement and self reflection in AP Calculus. Participants will also be able to get ideas on how the speaker's AP Calculus classes are structured to provide student success and reduce learning anxiety. A discussion around the usage of AP classroom as a tool to support both Calculus learning and Pre-Calculus re-learning will also take place. Come with an open mind and pick up pointers that you may be able to use in your own classroom.

Speakers

Amos Lee

I have been a public school math teacher in Metro Vancouver for the past 20 years and for the last five years been specifically teaching AP Calculus AB and BC. I am a former BCAMT Outstanding Secondary Teacher Award winner and have also received other local and national awards.

bcamt northwest 2024 pptx

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Nordic, Westin 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Secondary, Assessment Secondary

8:30am PDT

Integrating Indigenous Knowledge into Pre-Calculus 12

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT

Alpine E, Westin

We employ sinusoidal models to analyze local tidal data and uncover the patterns within the traditional Indigenous practice of clam gardens. By applying mathematical concepts, we explore the relationship between tides, lunar cycles, and Earth's orbit, shedding light on the sustainability of clam garden ecosystems. Integrating both a Western and Indigenous lens, students gain insights into the practical applications of mathematics within cultural contexts. Personal reflection allow students to appreciate the significance of these practices in preserving Indigenous traditions and fostering environmental stewardship within communities.

Speakers

Allison Higinbotham

Teacher, St. Michaels University School

I am a product of mixed-settler ancestry, born and raised on the traditional lands of the K'ómoks, Pentlatch and E'iksan in the Comox Valley. Today, I call the lands of the Songhees, Esquimalt, and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples in Greater Victoria my home, where I live, work, and engage in... Read More →

Deanna Catto

Friday October 25, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Alpine E, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Secondary, Indigenous

10:05am PDT

Redefining Math Education in the Generative AI Era

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Callaghan, Westin

In this session, we will delve into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of mathematics education. Discover innovative teaching strategies, tools, and approaches that leverage the power of AI to enhance mathematical learning experiences for students. Gain insights into how educators can adapt and evolve their practices to effectively prepare students for a future where AI plays an increasingly prominent role. Don't miss this opportunity to reimagine math education in the era of generative AI!

Speakers

Eagle Chan

Researcher, Collingwood School

I am currently a researcher focusing on AI literacy in educational settings and serve as an educator in AP statistics and STEM at Collingwood School. With over 15 years of experience in the field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective as both an educator and an enthusiast... Read More →

Eva Chu

I am a STEM and Math teacher at Collingwood School with a passion for fostering curiosity and critical thinking in my classes. I like inspiring my students to engage deeply with science and mathematics. I am dedicated to creating a dynamic learning environment where students can explore... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Callaghan, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Intermediate, AI | Middle, AI | Secondary, AI

10:05am PDT

STEM Learning through the use of Problem Based Challenges – taking the thinking classroom to the next level

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Nordic, Westin

This session explores the topic of STEM and how it applies to the modern classroom. This session will offer a new take on traditional teaching and transforms the teacher’s and learners’ roles by integrating imagination, creativity, and teamwork into solving real world. Assessment methods and examples are also offered to help teachers with the Ministry of Education's 'new assessment' model. This session will engage in a way that intersects ideology and diversity, and opportunities to engage with the various communities and their environments without the need and reliance on equipment and funding. For student teachers or beginning/new teachers.

Speakers

Brian Yu

Brian is a Technology Education teacher at the Vancouver School District, specializing in Robotics Technology and Computer Science. He has been a member of the BCTF for almost 30 years and is passionate about professional development. His current Pro-D direction is to connect STEM... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Nordic, Westin 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Intermediate Middle Secondary

10:05am PDT

Informal Assessment through Multiple Ways to Represent Thinking of Math Ideas

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Emerald A, Westin

How do you really know if your students understand the math concepts you teach? Let them show you their thinking in multiple ways! This workshop will explore why and how to elicit flexible and varied expressions of math ideas from your students. Dr. Porter will share findings from her research and practical strategies on how students can draw, write, and orally describe their math ideas, offering teachers lots of insight and opportunities to check for understanding. An analysis tool for analyzing drawings for meaning will be shared.

Speakers

Dr. Erin Porter

Head of Student Support, International School of Portland

Dr. Erin Porter has her EdD from the University of Portland, where she specialized in Neuroeducation. Her dissertation explored the use of drawing and story to build conceptual understanding in foundational math. She taught elementary school for over twenty years, math being her favorite... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Emerald A, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12, Assessment Secondary | Primary, Assessment Secondary | Intermediate, Assessment Secondary | Middle, Assessment Secondary | Secondary, Assessment Secondary

10:05am PDT

Assessing Virtues: Ideas and Examples

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Frontenac B, Fairmont

Building on Thursday evening's keynote, this session will focus on some practical ways to develop mathematical "virtues", which are aspects of character / attitudes/ habits of mind / dispositions that we hope to build in our students. Examples include: curiosity, persistence in problem-solving, and an appreciation of mathematical beauty. We will also discuss ways to assess them.

Speakers

Francis Su

Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics, Harvey Mudd College

Francis Su is the Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College and a past president of the Mathematical Association of America. In 2013, he received the Haimo Award, a nationwide teaching prize for college math faculty, and in 2018 he won the Halmos-Ford writing... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Frontenac B, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

10:05am PDT

Give Math PD a Makeover with Desmos Classroom Activity Builder

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Alpine D, Westin

Professional development needs a makeover! In this session, learn about our approach to PD design that leverages the free, powerful tools in the Desmos Classroom Activity Builder. We’ll also share why we love facilitating PD using the teacher dashboard and how it enhances the experience of both participants and facilitators. Start envisioning your next PD session using Desmos Classroom free tools!

Speakers

Stephanie Blair

Instructional Designer, Desmos

Stephanie Blair leads a team of coaches dedicated to supporting schools and districts in implementing the Desmos Math curriculum. She knows that successful implementation of a new curriculum is a journey that can help catalyze school and district improvements, and increase student... Read More →

Chrissy Newell

Amplify Desmos Math

Chrissy Newell has been an educator in California's Central Valley for 17 years at the elementary and middle school levels. She currently leads a team of incredible Professional Development designers who create engaging, innovative PD for Amplify Desmos Math and other Amplify products... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Alpine D, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

10:05am PDT

Public Math Pop-Up: Build Your Own Math Installation

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Macdonald F, Fairmont

In this workshop we will dream up, design, and install place-based math provocations. While this experience will be anchored in the place we are in together, Public Math design principles are easily applied anywhere. We may even take this session beyond the room. Enter with a desire to spark math curiosity in others; leave with ideas, inspiration, and tools to enact public math in your own community.

Speakers

Molly Daley

Regional Mathematics Coordinator, Public Math

Molly Daley is the Regional Mathematics Coordinator for Education Service District 112 in Vancouver, WA. She directs the Math Anywhere! Project bringing playful mathematics to community events and familiar places families go, and helping educators to mathematize classroom environments... Read More →

Christopher Danielson

Christopher Danielson has worked with math learners of all ages: twelve-year-olds in his former middle school classroom, Calculus students, teachers, and children of all ages together with their parents and caregivers at Math On-A-Stick at the Minnesota State Fair. He is Director... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald F, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

10:05am PDT

Exploring Thinking Classrooms

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Macdonald D, Fairmont

Have you heard of an innovative, effective, and efficient teaching method called "Thinking Classrooms"? If you have heard of it, but you have never tried it or do not know how to start it, this is the session for you. Based on Thinking Classrooms developed by Dr. Peter Liljedahl at SFU, I will share some tips on how to construct this interactive and collaborative space for students to engage in step by step manner.

Speakers

Takuya Umeki

Secondary Math Teacher, VSB

Takuya Umeki is a mathematics educator at the Vancouver School Board. Currently, Takuya works at Point Grey Secondary School. Pursuing a master's degree in math education at Simon Fraser University under Dr. Peter Liljedahl, Takuya's teaching focus lies in problem-solving and standards-based... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald D, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Middle, BTC | Secondary, BTC

10:05am PDT

Trigonometry with More Confidence and Intuition: Beginning with Coordinates on the Unit Circle (repeated session)

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Alpine E, Westin

Trigonometry instruction typically begins by defining sine, cosine, and tangent as ratios. In this session, I share an alternative approach in which sine and cosine are introduced as coordinates on the unit circle, with tangent as an associated slope. This method enhances understanding, rapidly leading students to an intuitive grasp of trigonometric concepts.
I will share how students use this strategy to easily estimate the sine, cosine, or tangent of any angle and from there go on to derive various properties. I hope this leaves you with a new perspective on developing trigonometry with your students.

Link to resources

This session is also being presented on Saturday, October 26 from 10:05 am -11:20 am.

Speakers

Michelle Kovesi

Secondary Math Teacher, Collingwood School

Michelle Kovesi teaches secondary mathematics at Collingwood School in West Vancouver. She believes that understanding the “why” behind math facts is key to helping students believe that math “makes sense”. She is passionate about finding intuitive ways to help her students... Read More →

BCAMT trigonometry presentation pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Alpine E, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Middle Secondary

10:05am PDT

The Changing Landscape in Teaching Statistics: Using Dynamic Applets to Develop Statistical Thinking

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Glacier, Westin

How can we help students make sense of important statistical concepts like margin of error, confidence level, P-value, and statistical significance? Freely-available, mobile-friendly applets promote student engagement and encourage statistical reasoning. In this session, we’ll examine: a collaborative activity applet, a probability applet, two data analysis applets that offer simulation-based and traditional inference methods, a confidence level concept exploration applet, and a simulation applet for estimating a P-value and determining statistical significance in a randomized experiment. Suggestions for classroom use will be provided.

Speakers

Daren Starnes

Consultant

Daren Starnes taught mathematics and statistics for 30 years at the high school and college level. He remains an active member of the American Statistical Association and the International Association for Statistical Education. Daren served for 6 years on the ASA/NCTM Joint Committee... Read More →

The Changing Landscape in Teaching Statistics DSS pdf

The Changing Landscape in Teaching Statistics DSS docx

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Glacier, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Secondary

10:05am PDT

Using AVP Books in the High School Classroom

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Saskatchewan, Fairmont

"Gone are the days when teachers would end their school day with a collegial chat, game of crib, or a refreshing beverage to unwind before heading home. Responsibilities continue to increase and affects time spent preparing for lessons.

Having a resource that fits the curriculum and enables a teacher to focus on teaching students rather than scrambling for resources is vital. Absolute Value Publications workbooks more than fill this void.

In this session we discuss strategies the AVP workbooks may be used he classroom. Participants will receive one complimentary copy of one of the five AVP BC Edition titles as long as supplies last."

This session is repeated at 1:35-2:50 pm on Friday, October 25.

Speakers

Greg Ranieri

Author, Absolute Value Publications Inc.

Greg Ranieri is a motivational speaker, author, teacher, and consultant who values education, literacy, dedication, loyalty, and service. With a background in teaching, business, and leadership, his career expands over several industries including education, publishing, collections... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Saskatchewan, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Secondary, Exhibitor

12:00pm PDT

Using Creativity and Art to Inspire Joyful Coding and STEAM for All Students and Teachers

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Saskatchewan, Fairmont

Come experiences how learning grounded in creativity & art can ignite engagement, interest, & passion in all students for coding and STEAM in math. We will model pedagogical approaches that are most appropriate for students and teachers new to coding. Code music on a Micro:bit? Create beautiful geometric designs with TI-Rover?

Speakers

Texas Instruments

TI has been supporting math and science educators education with exceptional handheld learning tools and supports for decades. Our graphing calculators are the detraction-free learning tool of choice by educators around the world. Our commitment to supporting educators in the effective... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Saskatchewan, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Intermediate, Exhibitor | Middle, Exhibitor | Secondary, Exhibitor

12:00pm PDT

Hearing, Feeling, and Tasting Data

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Alpine D, Westin

As we are inundated with more and more data in our daily lives, how we process it will become increasingly important. Our bodies are designed to absorb information in many ways beyond just sight, so why not “see” data with more than just our eyes. Using multi-senses to analyze and interpret data can make more meaningful and powerful connections for students. This workshop will look at how we can feel, taste and listen to data, as well as just see it.

Speakers

Mike Wong

I am a teacher on the Staff Development Team in Burnaby. Besides getting lost in the numbers, I like turning my kitchen into a playground and seeing numeracy in rugby.

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Alpine D, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

12:00pm PDT

Indigenous Minecraft Through a Math Lens

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Emerald C, Westin

Explore the Indigenous- Pacific Northwest Coast Minecraft World through a math lens. Participants will be introduced to the newly developed Indigenous- PNWC Minecraft World and participate in several harvest and build challenges while assisting the virtual village to prepare for winter. Use math concepts to represent indigenous teachings in a virtual world. Participants will need a personal device with the latest version of Minecraft Education downloaded.

Speakers

Rob Cowie

Rob Cowie has been a District Indigenous Education Resource Teacher for the past 12 years. His passion is to assist educators in finding ways to connect all areas of curriculum to Indigenous ways of learning and content.

Gavin Hanna

STEAM Support Teacher, SD43

I am a STEAM Support Teacher in the Coquitlam School District.

Jennifer Whiffin

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Emerald C, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12, Indigenous | Primary, Indigenous | Intermediate, Indigenous | Middle, Indigenous | Secondary, Indigenous

12:00pm PDT

Mathematical Language Routines: The Landscape of Learning Mathematics for All

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Frontenac B, Fairmont

The session will address one essential element in meaningful mathematics- mathematical language routines that help not just the English language learners, but also students who need a little more as a scaffold to understand and connect. Attendees will explore these routines and some resources that can be used in their classroom right away. An interactive session where attendees can share their experiences and conversations that will enrich their experience. Some templates (digital) will be shared for attendees to use immediately.

Speakers

Sandhya Raman

Middle School Math Teacher, Berryessa Union School District

Sandhya, a passionate educator, draws inspiration from her mother, a seasoned teacher. A background in computer science, a Master's in teaching, she self-identifies as a "carb-ivore" and advocates for the power of travel. Despite her love for sleep, she engages in hand embroidery... Read More →

MLRs NW Whistler Oct 2024 pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Frontenac B, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12, Inclusive | Primary, Inclusive | Intermediate, Inclusive | Middle, Inclusive | Secondary, Inclusive

12:00pm PDT

Public Math Day: A How-to for Your Own Community

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Macdonald F, Fairmont

In September 2024 the St. Johns neighborhood in Portland will host its 4th annual Public Math Day. Learn how organizers brought businesses in this community together to create a place-based math event for families. We included math walks, math play, and math books read by local authors within our day. What elements could your own Public Math Day include? Leave with a playbook to design a delightful day of math for your own community.

Speakers

Molly Daley

Regional Mathematics Coordinator, Public Math

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Macdonald F, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

12:00pm PDT

Math Portfolios for Curricular Competencies (repeated session)

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Callaghan, Westin

This session will chronicle our journey in developing and implementing a student portfolio focussed on the curricular competencies of perseverance and persistence in problem solving. Attendees will have an opportunity to experience the student process of developing a portfolio. We will also discuss how this portfolio was assessed, and provide a structure/template attendees can use and build on in their own classrooms.

This session is repeated on Saturday, October 26 from 8:30-9:45 am.

Speakers

Simon Ng

Grade 10-12 Math, Crofton House School

I'm passionate about many different things. My family and two amazing daughters come to mind first, but I'm also really passionate about teaching (I've been teaching for 18 years, mostly at Crofton House School) and athletics (golf, basketball, football, hockey).

Michael Roberts

Crofton House School

Michael has been teaching for 9+ years, mostly in the lower mainland. He is described as a Desmos Wizard and is a technology leader at his school. Michael’s passion for mathematics and technology inspires him to help students learn though the wide range of tools available to th... Read More →

Portfolios for Curricular Competencies NWMC2024 pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Callaghan, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Middle, Assessment Secondary | Secondary, Assessment Secondary

12:00pm PDT

The Mathematics of Deep Learning: how algebra can help us debunk the end of humanity

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Macdonald E, Fairmont

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLM) have burst into the public eye over the past year. But how does this "intelligence" work, and is it going to lead to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that will lead us to a brighter future? And what does it all have to do with plain old linear equations? (spoiler: everything) We will do some hands-on thinking about how LLMs and other neural networks actually work and how they relate to middle school and secondary mathematics topics, and then close off with some thoughts and discussion on how to understand the larger claims of AI with a critical lens.

Speakers

Josh Giesbrecht

Teacher, ASIA Sumas

Josh Giesbrecht teaches math, science and digital media arts at Abbotsford School of Integrated Arts. He has been teaching for 14 or so years, and has a prior background in computer engineering, programming, and game development. He enjoys playing and modding games with his kids... Read More →

A Math Teacher’s Guide to AI pptx

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Macdonald E, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Middle Secondary

12:00pm PDT

Concurrent Pre-Calculus 12/Calculus 12: Rewards, Challenges, and Tasks

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Glacier, Westin

"In the first portion of this workshop, I will share my experience teaching a small cohort of students both Pre-Calculus 12 and Calculus 12 concurrently in a linear track. I will share the sequence of topics that supported students in learning functions as well as differentiation and integration.

In the second portion, I will share tasks and assessments from both courses with some opportunity for participants to engage in selected tasks. Examples of student work will also be shared."

Speakers

Melissa Herman

Mathematics Teacher, Urban Academy

Melissa Herman, m.herman@urbanacademy.ca, teaches secondary math and chemistry at Urban Academy in New Westminster, British Columbia. She enjoys stimulating student interest in mathematics through problem-solving tasks.

Concurrent PC12 Calc12 pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Glacier, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Secondary

12:00pm PDT

Responsive Unit Planning in Secondary Thinking Classrooms

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Macdonald D, Fairmont

Ever wonder how you can use Peter Liljedahl’s Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) Practices in your secondary mathematics class daily? In this session, we will engage in a ‘curricular’ thinking classroom lesson from beginning to end, and then zoom out to look at how to plan a unit so that it involves opportunities for responsive teaching practices and allows for adaptability within individual lessons. This session welcomes both those familiar with BTC and those new to it and will offer space for sharing about various BTC implementation experiences. Come join the conversation about implementing BTC practices in secondary mathematics courses!

Speakers

Judy Larsen

Associate Professor, University of the Fraser Valley

Dr. Judy Larsen, Associate Professor at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), teaches secondary-level math and trains pre-service teachers. Her extensive experience with Dr. Liljedahl's 'Building Thinking Classrooms' framework supports her in engaging learners and advancing inclusivity... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Macdonald D, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Secondary, BTC

12:00pm PDT

What’s in a Name? Bringing mathematical language into focus

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT

Alpine E, Westin

Language can empower learners and instill a sense of freedom to explore mathematics. In this session we will explore different routines and teacher moves to promote student understanding of mathematical language. Teachers will walk away with practical tools to help students develop confidence in using that language to promote a deeper understanding of mathematics.

Speakers

Jeffrey Mikulin

Teacher- Math and Science

Jeffrey Mikulin has been teaching Secondary science and mathematics since 2005. He worked as a Learning Coordinator with SD 68, with a focus on numeracy and educational technology and is currently teaching grades 8-12 Math and Science. He has recently completed his masters in educational... Read More →

Beth Baldwin

Math Teacher, Nanaimo-Ladysmith Public Schools

Beth Baldwin has been teaching secondary mathematics in British Columbia since 2008. She completed her Master’s thesis at Simon Fraser University in 2018 under the supervision of Dr. Peter Liljedahl with a focus on efficacy beliefs in a Thinking Classroom. Beth continues to think... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
Alpine E, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Secondary

12:00pm PDT

Math Lounge (12pm - 5 pm)

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:35pm PDT

Macdonald Foyer, Fairmont

Julia Robinson Math Festival
Public Math
Math Happens

Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:35pm PDT
Macdonald Foyer, Fairmont

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

1:35pm PDT

Algebra Made Easy With Bar Models

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Macdonald E, Fairmont

Come on an algebraic journey as we see how bar models can be used to develop algebraic thinking from grade 4 to grade 9. We will solve puzzles, solve and make sense of 1- and 2-step equations and more complex equations, have a more intuitive understanding of the "rules" of algebra, and tackle tough word problems traditionally done with algebraic equations--all using bar models! If your students struggle to "get" algebra, then this session is for you! This is a hands-on session. Paper and pencils will be provided.

Speakers

Joshua Angiola

Teacher Consultant - Math & Science, SD40 New Westminster

Joshua is the Numeracy Curriculum Facilitator (K-9) for the New Westminster School District. He has been supporting students and teachers in this role since 2015 and teaching in New West since 2007.

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Macdonald E, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

Intermediate Middle Secondary

1:35pm PDT

Finding Sumas Lake

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Emerald C, Westin

In this presentation, I share an activity of how I use a historical event, specifically the draining of a lake that occurred 100 years ago, which had profound implications on the Sumas nation and the surrounding environment to teach students mathematics. I will share the mathematics that students explore including both competencies and content but also (and I believe just as important), I will share how the mathematics can be aligned with the development of ethical perspectives, critical consciousness and media awareness.

Speakers

Sean Chorney

Sean Chorney is an associate professor at Simon Fraser University (SFU) in Greater Vancouver, BC, Canada. He has been at SFU for 10 years. Before his tenure with SFU, he was a high school teacher for 20+ years. Currently, Sean's research aspires to enable mathematics education to... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Emerald C, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Intermediate, Indigenous | Middle, Indigenous | Secondary, Indigenous

1:35pm PDT

Building a place-based algebra curriculum from the ground up: the experience of Northwest Indian College

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Nordic, Westin

“In my math course, I was given examples of how algebraic thinking was used by many Indigenous people, and how I can utilize those same aspects in thinking. I now can understand complex math more than I was capable of in high school, and I am able to give those examples of knowledge back to my family and community.” Ashley Bell (Northern Arapaho), student in Elementary Algebra.
In this session, participants will experience a small sample of the approach we use in our Algebra classes at Northwest Indian College, followed by a brief presentation about the journey that brought us to this point, and some prospects for the future.

Speakers

Matteo Tamburini

Matteo Tamburini was born and raised in Pistoia, Italy, earned a BS in Mathematics from the University of Washington and an MS in Mathematics from Western Washington University. He has been teaching Mathematics, and learning about colonialism, at Northwest Indian College (Xwlemi Elh... Read More →

Kayshish Pichette-Cline

Kayshish Pichette-Cline is a senior at Western Washington University studying Mathematics. Kayshish has also worked at Northwest Indian College for four years as a tutor and has taught two algebra courses. In the future she will be joining NWIC's math faculty.

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Nordic, Westin 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

1:35pm PDT

Building Thinking Classrooms: Closing the Lesson (Repeat)

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Macdonald A, Fairmont

Speakers

Peter Liljedahl

Building Thinking Classrooms

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Macdonald A, Fairmont

K-12, BTC | Primary, BTC | Intermediate, BTC | Middle, BTC | Secondary, BTC

1:35pm PDT

Class Openers and Quick Games to Foster Numeric, Algebraic, and Geometric Thinking

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Macdonald B, Fairmont

Come learn some new class openers, games, and puzzles to spark student engagement. Participants will play a variety of quick activities to see how these help promote numeracy skills, algebraic thinking, and geometric understanding. Some of the activities shared will be able to be played both virtually and with physical objects, while some of them are best suited to be played with the free virtual manipulatives on Polypad, part of Desmos Classroom.

Speakers

David Poras

Product Director, Polypad by Desmos Classroom, Amplify/Polypad

David Poras is the Senior Director of Product for Polypad, part of Desmos Classroom and Amplify. Prior to this role, David taught middle school math for 22 years. In 2017, David was selected as a runner-up for the Rosenthal Prize for Innovation and Inspiration in Math Teaching awarded... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Macdonald B, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

1:35pm PDT

Designing Effective Math Professional Development in 4 Stages

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Frontenac B, Fairmont

Learn the 4-stage process to craft math pd action plans that bring alignment to fractured organizations, highlights bright spots to spread effective math teaching practices more quickly, and inspires more teachers to become lifelong learners.

Speakers

Jon Orr

Kyle Pearce

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Frontenac B, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

1:35pm PDT

Shifting Teacher and Administrator Mindset and Practice to Shatter the Illusion of Learning and Grow Mathematicians

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Alpine E, Westin

When what we do in the classroom doesn’t feel like it is working, we often revert back to how we were taught: giving hints, showing how to do the work/solve the problem, etc. While this comes from the best of intentions and might feel like learning is happening what often occurs is a cycle of less and less empowerment, identity and agency for our students (and teachers). We propose shifts that support students thinking and sharing ideas and teachers shifting to a mediator of student thinking.

Speakers

Jana Sanchez

Elementary Mathematics Instructional Facilitator, Everett Public School

P - 5 Math Facilitator in Everett, Washington. Curious about mathematics teaching and learning and creating conditions that allow for greater access, equity and engagement for students and teachers. Believe in the brilliance of all students and teachers in mathematical spaces and... Read More →

Kathy Trosvig

Secondary Math Instructional Facilitator, Everett Public Schools

SFUSD Math Norms All pdf

EPS Math Vision Final pdf

NWMC 2024 Shifting Teacher Mindset and Practice to Shatter the Illusion of Learning FINAL pdf

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Alpine E, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12, Inclusive | Primary, Inclusive | Intermediate, Inclusive | Middle, Inclusive | Secondary, Inclusive

1:35pm PDT

Where Mindfulness Meets Curriculum: Financial Literacy for All Learners

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Alpine D, Westin

A recent study found that nearly 50% of GenZ are obsessed with being rich, though most doubt they will ever achieve it. As household debt reaches an all-time high, it’s obvious that we need to rethink how we teach financial literacy to our kids.
Rather than our current focus on how to achieve MORE, we need to change the way we teach financial literacy with a focus on money mindfulness and introducing reflection and awareness towards what’s truly important to YOU. This is how we untangle the complex relationships we have with money including shame, scarcity, and jealousy.

Speakers

David Delisle

David Delisle is the visionary founder of The Awesome Stuff™, a TV personality, bestselling author, international speaker, entrepreneur, and real estate investor. His expertise and innovative approach to financial literacy have earned him features on prestigious platforms such as... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Alpine D, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12 Primary Intermediate Middle Secondary

1:35pm PDT

The Amazing Race - Whistler

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Westin Shop Entrance (outside Grill & Vine)

Ready, Set, Go! This Amazing Race will encourage you to get up, run around, and make decisions while exploring Cartesian Coordinates and Linear Equations. During this activity, you will be given a series of increasingly difficult clues and you can earn time bonuses by submitting silly pictures. Your choices will impact your success during the race; choosing to make a detour to earn bonus time may pay off, but it might also set you behind!

Speakers

Darcy House

Teacher, Mathematics Council

Darcy House is a member of the Métis Nation of Alberta from Region 6 and Treaty 8 Territory. His worldviews are heavily influenced by academics of equity and the peace education community. Darcy has been teaching secondary school mathematics for over ten years.

Minnie Liu

Minnie Liu is a mathematics teacher at Collingwood School who loves math-ing, and seeing students smiling about math always makes her day. She currently focuses on using a variety of activities to build a thinking classroom and to promote her students’ numeracy skills. When Minnie... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Westin Shop Entrance (outside Grill & Vine)

Middle Secondary

1:35pm PDT

A Landscape for Learning Calculus

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT

Glacier, Westin

Do you ever get tired of having to adapt university textbooks for use in your high school Calculus classes? We did, so we created our own, and now you can benefit from our experience! We partnered with a BC publisher to create worktexts for the BC Calculus 12 and AP Calculus AB & BC curricula. Please join lead author, Dr. Bruce McAskill, as he takes you through the author’s journey of developing these worktexts. The workshop will focus on how the worktext aligns with the different curricula and at the features of the online teacher guides, quizzes, and solutions.

Speakers

Bruce McAskill

Dr. McAskill has been involved in mathematics education in Canada and internationally for over 30 years, through:• Curriculum research and development• Learning resource development and evaluation• Training & teacher in-service.Most recently Dr. McAskill and three colleagues... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 1:35pm - 2:50pm PDT
Glacier, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

Secondary, Exhibitor