2024 Northwest Mathematics Conference

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.

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.