2024 Northwest Mathematics Conference

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.

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.

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. 

Through personal stories, neuroscience, and play, this workshop explores the intersection of math education and learning disabilities, highlighting how AI is transforming our roles as educators. We'll challenge traditional concepts of learning disabilities, showing how AI offers new pathways for those with diverse learning needs in math to engage with the world. Discover how AI not only reframes our understanding but also enriches math learning for all.