2024 Northwest Mathematics Conference

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!