2024 Northwest Mathematics Conference

A cornerstone for learning, especially in math, is practice, building confidence and helping young students become comfortable with the language of numbers. 
Mindful instruction is a big part of developing student confidence and of exploring the wonderful world of numbers. JUMP Math, a Canadian Charity provides free resources to teachers- In this workshop, we will explore how you can develop Math fluency and understanding through mindful instruction.

Discover a suite of adaptive and game-based systems to enhance your math lessons and solidify student success! These programs support conceptual understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts, and with comprehensive data reporting and additional teacher support materials, teachers can easily identify where and when intervention is required. Engage in research-based instructional methods that focus attention, encourage growth and provide a safe environment for all learners!

An increasing number of BC teachers are using MathUP, but it takes some getting used to.
This session will suggest a great way to start the new school year establishing a positive math culture in your classroom and getting both you and your students comfortable with this very rich resource. And, by the way, your first 20 math classes are already planned!

Join us in this interactive session and Do The Math. You will discover support for intervention and classroom activities. An overview of assessments and lessons along a learning trajectory developed by Marilyn Burns will be shared. You will learn about how to support the development of students' whole number and fraction understanding and skills, as it relates to the BC curriculum Grades 1-5. Participants will leave with an overview of the Do the Math Program by Marilyn Burns and some practical lessons to work with students in their classrooms.

In this session for teachers of kindergarten and grade 1 we will explore tasks, games and literature connections designed to engage our youngest students in thinking big about important mathematical concepts. Whole group lessons, hands-on explorations, centres tasks and more will be shared to involve all learners in developing number sense and the ability to communicate their emerging understandings. Together we will draw on tasks from Carole's teacher resource entitled "Good Questions for K&1", which will be available to purchase.
Come prepared to play!

Matific is an award-winning and pedagogically rigorous mathematics learning platform used by millions of learners worldwide. Designed by pedagogical experts and developed with a goal of providing a deep conceptual understanding of the foundational building blocks in K-7 mathematics, Matific's vision is to provide every learner with a mathematical experience of the highest possible quality.  Our artificial intelligence and report system propel Matific to be the #1 numeracy resource throughout Canada. Matific is designed to include a variety of assignments to ensure the learners learn and practice all the concepts included in your curriculum.  This session will be conducted in English but teachers who work in French or in another language will get to see how Matific supports 45 languages.