Author: Mashrafee, Hossain

Mathematics Colloquium at CCSU

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Friday, November 8th, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Using Global and Community Math Stories as a Foundation for Designing and Implementing Culturally Relevant Mathematics Lessons in the United States and South Africa

Speaker: Shelly Jones

You can join us in MS 101 or remotely using the following link: https://ccsu.webex.com/meet/gotchev

Abstract: There is an increasing demand for more equitable outcomes in mathematics education, particularly for students who have been historically marginalized in math classrooms. Dr. Jones and her colleagues (Matthews et al., 2023) suggest that culturally relevant math tasks hold great potential in fostering equitable teaching and learning for all students. 

In this session, Dr. Jones and colleagues will present the findings from her sabbatical project, which focuses on incorporating global and community-based math stories into K-12 math instruction. This includes a teacher exchange with educators from South Africa and the United States. 

By building on students’ existing knowledge and experiences, this approach aims to cultivate a positive math identity, helping students become more confident in their mathematical abilities. This work also has implications for college-level mathematics classrooms, including preservice teacher education and general math courses.

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Competition

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As students are welcomed back into the classroom, consider learning about and applying to be a part of the 15th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition! 

This nationwide STEM competition can fit into any school curriculum and invites public school students in grades 6-12, guided by their teachers to think outside the box and make a true difference in their community using STEM, with a chance to win technology and classroom supplies along the way!

Entering the competition is very simple, only takes a few minutes, and all you need is one idea! You can find some inspiration from past winners here as well as reference the ideas below, broken down by school subjects!

  • Science classrooms: Recycling or waste issues, food insecurity, environmental destruction
  • Math classrooms: Financial literacy, living wage, predicting rates of climate change
  • Social Studies classrooms: Transportation safety, voter turnout, elder care
  • English classrooms: Literacy rates, access to books, education in underserved communities
  • Business and elective classrooms: Fire safety, mental health, public safety

Now through Thursday, October 24th, teachers can submit their application by answering three simple questions.

CCLM FALL 2024 Dine and Discuss Dinner

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The Connecticut Council of Leaders of Mathematics invites you to the

CCLM FALL 2024 Dine and Discuss Dinner

Thursday, October 10 from 4:30 to 8:00

at the TPC River Highlands Clubhouse in Cromwell, CT.

 

Our Jennifer Michalek is the Betsy Carter Award Recipient.

 

What a GREAT WAY to start the new school year – highly relevant remarks from State Math Consultant Jennifer Michalek including the importance of early numeracy, making connections to math and everyday life, and ensuring our students in need of the most growth have the best teachers; stimulating table discussions and networking with your peers; and great food in a beautiful setting! Save yourself a seat!

A delicious dinner buffet including vegan and gluten-free options will be provided. The restaurant will offer special dietary options (and desserts) upon request.

Invite colleagues – central office leaders, principals, curriculum supervisors, teacher leaders, math coaches.

Please reserve your place by completing this registration form.