Second Stop on a Year of Creative Math

Join MCATA for an inspiring day celebrating A Year of Curious Math through interactive sessions designed to spark curiosity and engagement in math.

In the opening session, “SNAP Math Fairs,” led by Lauren Dedieu, participants will dive into the world of student-driven math fairs. Discover how to create hands-on, interactive displays featuring intriguing puzzles, designed to engage and excite students of all levels. Gain insights into planning your own math fair that fosters a love for math and builds confidence in every student.

Later in the day, Sara Korman’s session, “Current Events in Math,” will guide educators in connecting math to real-world topics through data science and cross-curricular themes. Learn to create projects that not only captivate students but also meet curriculum outcomes, with a focus on authentic learning and effective assessment.

Whether you’re looking to cultivate mathematical curiosity or connect math to the world beyond the classroom, these sessions will equip you with tools, strategies, and fresh ideas.

Session Descriptions

“SNAP Math Fairs”     (Laruen Dedieu)

Dive into the world of SNAP Math Fairs – hands-on problem-solving experiences where students create tabletop displays that offer intriguing math-based puzzles for visitors to explore. Math fairs are designed to appeal to all students at all levels, promoting confidence and positive attitudes towards math. At this session, participants will engage with math fair puzzles and work together to design their own interactive activities. Learn how to plan and run your own math fair that ignites curiosity and creativity in your classroom! (Broken into two sessions, one to open the day and then the other to close the day.)

“Current Events in Math” (Sara Korman)

A session designed for teachers to explore how they can use data science, current events, and cross-curricular themes to build rich tasks and opportunities for authentic learning. An introduction on how to build projects that will allow for outcome based assessment will also be explored. Come with your best ideas and your most frustrating outcomes to assess for some collaborative brainstorming.

Join MCATA at the second stop through a Year of Curious Math and continue the momentum started in Medicine Hat.

ATA Member: $75

Lunch will be provided.

Location: University of Calgary MacEwan Conference and Event Center (Room:Escalus)

      MacEwan Student Centre

      2500 University Drive NW

      Calgary, AB

      T2N 1N4

Event Time: 9:00am – 3:00 pm 

Please note that cancellations will be accepted prior to Jan 20, 2024 and are subject to a $5 administration fee.

After Jan 20, 2025. no refunds will be made available, however delegates would be permitted to send a colleague in their place.

For more information regarding #MCATA2024/25 please contact MCATAregistrar@gmail com