Factoring—it’s a persistent struggle! Whether you find this topic essential OR too heavily emphasized, either way, this session is for you! Come experience original activities centering conceptual development and growth in the math practices designed to help students make sense of factoring.
Help students fall in love with Geometry as we travel the world exploring problems from historically and geographically significant locations. Collaborate on tasks that spark curiosity about mathematics beyond the classroom, leave with ready-to-use activities, and brainstorm new ideas with peers.
Many students get bogged down deciding which probability tool to use rather than focusing on the mathematics. This session explores how two-way tables can become the primary representation for two-variable probability, helping students develop stronger conceptual understanding and confidence.
Motivation isn’t magic – it’s designed. What if motivation could be built into your math classroom? Using Dr. Ilana Horn's Motivated as a lens, we'll examine how belonging, meaning, and autonomy fuel engagement and make productive struggle possible.
Empower students to persevere through struggle and fall in love with math! Explore how fostering a classroom community that values struggle builds student ownership and promotes critical thinking. Experience a math task with modeled "struggle" moves—and leave ready for Monday.
