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Saturday, October 26
 

7:00am PDT

Making a Better Marketing Team for Math (Breakfast Keynote Ticketed Event)
Saturday October 26, 2024 7:00am - 8:15am PDT
Macdonald AB, Fairmont
Math needs a better marketing team. As math teachers, how are we marketing math so students want more math? What can we learn from social media to make math more social, exciting, and surprising? Let's talk about these questions in this session!
Speakers
avatar for Howie Hua

Howie Hua

Fresno State
Howie Hua is a math instructor at Fresno State who teaches math to future elementary school teachers. He is passionate about finding ways to humanize the math classroom, listening to how students think about math, and building mathematical confidence in students. In 2019, Howie was... Read More →
Saturday October 26, 2024 7:00am - 8:15am PDT
Macdonald AB, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  K-12   Primary   Intermediate   Middle   Secondary

8:30am PDT

Fibbing, no fibbing! A workshop in Fibonacci poetry
Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Callaghan, Westin
In this hands-on math art workshop, we will start by exploring the Fibonacci/ Hemachandra/ bee number sequence and some examples of the beautiful Fib poetry written by Bridges Math and Art poets -- then write our own Fib poems! In the process, we'll discuss the reciprocal ways that mathematical forms can inspire and shape literary arts, and poetic works can spark deeper understandings of mathematics. We'll also talk about our experiences of using creative constraints to make both mathematics and the arts more approachable.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Gerofsky

Susan Gerofsky

Associate Professor, Dept. of Curriculum & Pedagogy, UBC
Susan Gerofsky is an Associate Professor of Mathematics Education and Environmental Education at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC. Her interdisciplinary research is in embodied, multisensory, multimodal mathematics education through the arts, movement, gesture and... Read More →
Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Callaghan, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3
  K-12   Primary   Intermediate   Middle   Secondary

8:30am PDT

Math Circles
Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Macdonald D, Fairmont
Math Circles are for all math enthusiasts who enjoy solving problems and networking with other educators. At an event, teachers share a meal, solve problems, share stories and have a few laughs. Problems are carefully chosen to be accessible for elementary, middle school and secondary teachers so everyone can “get their math on.” Come to the session to find out more about math circles and learn how to set up one of your own.
Speakers
avatar for Richard DeMerchant

Richard DeMerchant

Middle School Math Teacher, St. Michaels University School
Richard DeMerchant worked in the Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Alberta before settling in British Columbia. While he has spent the majority of his career as a classroom teacher he has also worked as a mathematics, science and technology coordinator at the provincial and territorial... Read More →
avatar for Michael Pruner

Michael Pruner

Teacher, Windsor Secondary School
Dr. Michael Pruner is a high school mathematics teacher from North Vancouver with 30 years of classroom experience. He has been teaching and researching the Thinking Classroom framework for 11 years, and recently completed his PhD at Simon Fraser University in the mathematics education... Read More →
Math Circle NW Math Conference 2024 pdf
Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Macdonald D, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  K-12   Primary   Intermediate   Middle   Secondary

8:30am PDT

The Early Primary Mathematical Landscape: Emergent and Inquiry-Led Math
Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Macdonald C, Fairmont
Every class has a diverse and unique mathematical landscape. In this workshop, we will discuss how we develop meaningful and dynamic math learning through the use of the natural environment, individual perspectives, shared experiences, and the BC curriculum. We will share strategies for embracing fluid and emergent inquiry-based learning in your classroom and we will highlight ways to harness children's natural curiosities and transform them into meaningful math moments. Join us as we navigate the dynamic world of math, where every classroom holds its own treasure trove of learning opportunities waiting to be discovered!
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Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Macdonald C, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  Primary

8:30am PDT

Grounding Mathematics in Relation to Place
Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Nordic, Westin
This workshop will review and explore a locally-developed framework that supports holistic instruction through hands-on opportunities for teachers and students to build deeper meaning in relation to place. 
By thoughtfully designing mathematical approaches and provocations that heighten awareness of the relationships we have with the land, educators can expand on the quantitative computational activities and relationships that the natural world has to offer. 
The creation of this framework was made possible by a BCAMT grant that was awarded in the 2022-23 school year.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Russell

Erin Russell

Erin Russell (she/her) is a teacher of settler descent, living on southern Vancouver Island on unceded Coast Salish territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples, and working on the Coast Salish territories of Scia'new/Beecher Bay, T'Sou-ke, and Nuu'chah'nulth Pacheedaht... Read More →
Saturday October 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:45am PDT
Nordic, Westin 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  Primary, Indigenous |   Intermediate, Indigenous

10:05am PDT

Building Empathy in Education: Embracing AI to Transform Perspectives on Learning Disabilities
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Glacier, Westin
This workshop combines personal stories, neuroscience, and playful exploration to deepen our understanding of learning disabilities in math education. By leveraging AI, we gain insights that help us build empathy and shift our perspectives, viewing diverse learning needs as unique strengths. Discover how AI empowers educators to foster more inclusive, understanding-driven environments and offers new pathways for all students to connect with math on a meaningful level.

Speakers
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Blake Mahovic

Blake Mahovic, a math and inclusive education expert in British Columbia, Canada, draws on personal experiences overcoming learning disabilities. Despite leaving high school math at 16, Blake achieved a First-Class Honours degree in mathematics. Now, he empowers students and teachers... Read More →
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Glacier, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3
  K-12, AI, Inclusive |   Primary, AI, Inclusive |   Intermediate, AI, Inclusive |   Middle, AI, Inclusive |   Secondary, AI, Inclusive

10:05am PDT

Cultural Competency: Providing Equitable Math Instruction through Cultural Relevance
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald F, Fairmont
Scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress suggest that if current educational practices in math classrooms remain the same, the achievement gap between Caucasians and African descent learners will be eliminated by around 217 years. Teachers must be equipped with methods to conduct equitable instruction that is culturally relevant.
Speakers
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Providing Equitable Math Instruction NWC British Columbia Dr. India White pptx
Saturday October 26, 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

Problem Solving to promote engagement and student learning
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald D, Fairmont
We all know that problem solving is an important aspect of a mathematics classroom, but do we know why or how to implement problem solving into our lessons. In this workshop, we will look at what research has to say on this topic, and I will share some of my successes in implementing problem solving as a way to engage, motivate and support all learners. Attendees will participate in many of my favourite tasks to experience the "why" and the "how" behind implementing a problem solving lesson.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Pruner

Michael Pruner

Teacher, Windsor Secondary School
Dr. Michael Pruner is a high school mathematics teacher from North Vancouver with 30 years of classroom experience. He has been teaching and researching the Thinking Classroom framework for 11 years, and recently completed his PhD at Simon Fraser University in the mathematics education... Read More →
NWMC 2024 pptx
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald D, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  K-12   Primary   Intermediate   Middle   Secondary

10:05am PDT

Spaces of Belonging in Mathematics
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald E, Fairmont
What does it mean to belong in mathematics? Who belongs and why? These are important questions to consider when thinking about both our classrooms and our own relations towards mathematics as educators. This active discussion-based workshop will offer space for exploring how we perceive a sense of belonging in mathematics and how it can influence our decisions as teachers. Some preliminary results from exploring this topic with pre-service elementary teachers will be shared and examples of inclusive classroom design will be discussed. Come prepared to share about your views on belonging in mathematics!
Speakers
avatar for Judy Larsen

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 →
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald E, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  K-12   Primary   Intermediate   Middle   Secondary

10:05am PDT

Storytelling and Mathematics: Connecting Place, Identity, and Joy
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald C, Fairmont
Storytelling in mathematics creates opportunities for children to connect math to their daily lives and the world around them through joyful learning experiences. During this session, examples from primary classrooms will be shared as students engage in problem solving, problem posing, and mathematical storytelling. Different starting points and materials to inspire students will be shared. The mathematical focus of the session will be on developing number concepts, computational fluency, and spatial reasoning.
Speakers
avatar for Janice Novakowski

Janice Novakowski

District Teacher Consultant, Richmond School District - Learning Services
Janice Novakowski has taught preschool, kindergarten and primary classes and is currently district teacher consultant in the Richmond School District and an Adjunct Professor at UBC. She facilitates the BC Reggio-Inspired Mathematics Project and is part of the BC Numeracy Network... Read More →
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Macdonald C, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  Primary

10:05am PDT

Math Buddies: Leveraging Collaborative Learning in Numeracy
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Frontenac A, Fairmont
Math Buddies is a collaborative experience that puts student thinking, communication and teamwork at the forefront. It focuses on cultivating healthy, multi-age, peer-to-peer relationships through the exploration of numerical relationships and authentic problem solving tasks.  Lessons and activities are designed through a lens of equity and access for all learners and embraces a "low-floor, high-ceiling" pedagogical approach.  Not only that, but it is a living, breathing representation of the First Peoples Principles of Learning in action. Join me to find out more!  
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Reyes (Madison)

Melissa Reyes (Madison)

Early Learning Specialist
Melissa is a dedicated and enthusiastic educational leader who has held many diverse roles in both the Surrey School District and the Greater Victoria School District.  These various positions, stretched over more than 15 years of experience, have given her a unique lens with which... Read More →
Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Frontenac A, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  Primary   Intermediate   Middle

11:45am PDT

Centering Indigenous Perspectives, Worldviews, and Pedagogies in Mathematics Education
Saturday October 26, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm PDT
Macdonald AB, Fairmont
(Re)generating Learning for Indigenous Futurism

This presentation introduces the work and projects of the Indigenous Math Education Network. Teachers from different contexts (urban and rural; K-12) and perspectives (Indigenous and non-Indigenous; students, teachers, and administrators) share their stories of grounding Indigenous pedagogies, perspectives and ways of knowing in their practices. Through sharing and discussion, we extend these possibilities to explore how Indigenous perspectives have teachings to offer mathematics education so that all, Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, human and non-humans, can truly flourish.
Speakers
avatar for Cynthia Nicol

Cynthia Nicol

Professor, University of British Columbia
Cynthia Nicol is in the Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy in the UBC Faculty of Education and holds the David F. Robitaille Professorship in Mathematics and Science Education. She researches and works with communities exploring the possibilities of interweaving Indigenous perspectives... Read More →
avatar for Joanne Yovanovich

Joanne Yovanovich

Joanne Yovanovich, Taanud JaadJoanne was born and raised in the Haida Ts’aahl Eagle Clan of Skidegate on Haida Gwaii,  Currently, she holds the position of Principal of Indigenous Education in Haida Gwaii School District. Joanne is committed to supporting all students on Haida... Read More →
avatar for Carol Bob

Carol Bob

Carol Bob, Sta’os ta’onCarol is a member of Wilps Luus and her hereditary name, Sta’os ta’on, means helping hand. Carol works on the Lax Yip of her Gitxsan nation at Hazelton Secondary School in northern BC and teaches mathematics to Grades 10 and 11 students.
avatar for Janice Novakowski

Janice Novakowski

District Teacher Consultant, Richmond School District - Learning Services
Janice Novakowski has taught preschool, kindergarten and primary classes and is currently district teacher consultant in the Richmond School District and an Adjunct Professor at UBC. She facilitates the BC Reggio-Inspired Mathematics Project and is part of the BC Numeracy Network... Read More →
Saturday October 26, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm PDT
Macdonald AB, Fairmont 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5, Canada
  K-12   Primary   Intermediate   Middle   Secondary
 
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