Slide
Northwest Mathematics Conference

** OCTOBER 24 - 26, 2024 ** WHISTLER, BC **

Dr. Francis Su * Howie Hua * Dr. Cynthia Nicol, Dr. Jo-ann Archibald & Indigenous Math Network

Dr. Peter Liljedahl, Dr. Marian Small, David Poras, Molly Daley, Annette Rouleau

Slide
VECTOR
View the latest issue of Vector or browse 40 years of back issues.
Slide
JOIN US!

GRANTS | AWARDS | VECTOR | PRO-D

Become a member and have access to GRANTS, AWARDS, print copies of VECTOR, and PRO-D opportunities, including BCAMT Reads, webinars, and our annual conference.

previous arrow
next arrow

Upcoming Events

BCAMT Listens - November 2, 2023

BCAMT Listens Fall 2023

**NEW DATE**
Wednesday, November 2, 2023 - 4:30pm

Join hosts Jess Kyle, Kevin Dent, and Darcy House on November 2nd from 4:30 – 5:30 pm for  BCAMT Listens event in conversation around the ideas shared by Peter Liljedhal from the Think, Thank, Thunk podcast “Ch 14 – How We Grade “.

“They discuss the big question most teachers have about Thinking Classrooms: how do we grade our students? By utilizing the navigation instruments as grading tools, they share how teachers can shift from a points-gathering paradigm towards a data-gathering paradigm and better reflect the achievement of learners in a Thinking Classroom. A large portion of this episode discusses questions addressed in the FAQ and builds on Maegan and Kyle’s classroom experience.

Sign up through this form: https://forms.gle/69Y6EmtCnAduoS35A

A Zoom link will be sent the day before the meeting. 

BCAMT Listens Fall 2023

**NEW DATE**
Wednesday, November 2, 2023 - 4:30pm

Join hosts Jess Kyle, Kevin Dent, and Darcy House on November 2nd from 4:30 – 5:30 pm for  BCAMT Listens event in conversation around the ideas shared by Peter Liljedhal from the Think, Thank, Thunk podcast “Ch 14 – How We Grade “.

“They discuss the big question most teachers have about Thinking Classrooms: how do we grade our students? By utilizing the navigation instruments as grading tools, they share how teachers can shift from a points-gathering paradigm towards a data-gathering paradigm and better reflect the achievement of learners in a Thinking Classroom. A large portion of this episode discusses questions addressed in the FAQ and builds on Maegan and Kyle’s classroom experience.

Sign up through this form: https://forms.gle/69Y6EmtCnAduoS35A

A Zoom link will be sent the day before the meeting. 

BCAMT Listens - November 2, 2023

BCAMT Reads - Arithmetic

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 - 7:00pm

“Paul Lockhart presents arithmetic not as rote manipulation of numbers – a practical if mundane branch of knowledge best suited for filling out tax forms – but as a fascinating, sometimes surprising intellectual craft that arises from our desire to add, divide, and multiply important things. Passionate and entertaining, Arithmetic invites us to experience the beauty of mathematics through the eyes of a beguiling teacher.”

Get yourself a copy of Arithmetic by Paul Lockhart and join Minnie Liu, Michelle Chu and other BCAMT executive members online at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, January 23. Come explore the beauty of mathematics with us! Elementary, middle school, and secondary teachers alike, complete this form to register. All are welcome! A Zoom link will be sent to registrants one or two days before the event.

Sign up through this form: https://forms.gle/SYLZ21jZNsHyCv4f9 

Arithmetic

BCAMT Reads Fall 2023

**NEW DATE**
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 7:00pm

Join hosts Sean Chorney and Susan Robinson for a virtual discussion of Anne Watson’s book, Raising Achievement in Secondary Mathematics.

Anne Watson presents a provocative perspective in her book and argues, for example, that simplifying mathematical questions for previously low achieving students runs counter to the learning of mathematics. She provides empirical evidence and strong argumentation of how mathematics can be taught more equitably and authentically and provides suggestions as to how to support previously low achieving students.”

Sign up through this form: https://forms.gle/SYLZ21jZNsHyCv4f9 

A Zoom link will be sent the day before the meeting. 

There are lots of secondhand copies of this book available online through Abebooks (if you want to avoid Amazon).

Raising Achievement Image

Northwest Mathematics Conference 2024

Thursday, October 24 - Sunday, October 26
Whistler, BC
The Northwest Conference returns to Whistler in 2024. Introducing our keynote speakers:
  • Dr. Francis Su, Opening Keynote
  • Howie Hua, Saturday Breakfast Keynote
  • Dr. Cynthia Nicol, Dr. Jo-ann Archibald and the Indigenous Mathematics Network, Closing Keynote Panel

Some of our featured speakers include:
  • Dr. Peter Liljedahl (Building Thinking Classrooms)
  • Dr. Marian Small (Building Understanding)
  • David Poras (Polypad / Mathigon and Desmos)
  • Molly Daley (Public Math)
  • Annette Rouleau (JRMF)
  Speakers from across North America and interactive math and social events makes this conference a favourite among attendees!

Northwest Mathematics Conference 2024

Thursday, October 24 - Sunday, October 26
Whistler, BC

The Northwest Conference returns to Whistler in 2024. We will have more information soon!

  • Vector

    Vector is the flagship journal of the BCAMT with a history dating back to 1962. The articles published in Vector are written by teachers, mathematics education researchers, and mathematicians.

  • Join

    The BCAMT listserv is an excellent way to get the latest developments first hand and also provide yourself with an arena to be heard. The listserv connects math teachers who are ready and willing to share advice and expertise.

  • Questions?

    Here you will find official BCAMT publications that outline our beliefs for mathematics education. Selecting the images or links will open documents in a new browser tab.

  • Reads

    The BCAMT supports members by hosting virtual gatherings to discuss books related to mathematics and/or education. The BCAMT also recommends interesting titles and provides helpful tips if you and your colleagues are looking to launch a book club at your school or in your district.

  • Webinars

    Here you will find links to various online professional development series that the BCAMT has offered. Each professional development series consists of multiple sessions, with recordings and slides / notes / supporting information available where applicable.

  • Resources

    A collection of resources recommended by BCAMT Executive members to help your mathematics programs reflect the themes in the curriculum.