Session 1: Examine Math Discourse (Talk) in STEM Description: How do I affirm positive STEM identity through productive Math Discourse (Talk) and mathematical modeling (Tasks)? Learn multiple Math Talk Strategies through guided participation.

Session 2: Math for Social Justice Description: How can mathematics be used to help youth identify injustices as well as possible solutions? We will learn what math education researchers have to say, and then explore ways to engage youth in local, community based problems using a math lens.

Session 3: Workshop and Share Ideas Description: Work with colleagues to revamp/rethink/rebuild an element/aspect of your lessons/program with Math Talk Strategies. Plan ahead and bring something to work on with cohort participants.

Facilitated by: Louise Wilmes (Otoe-Missouria Tribe), Leah Plack, Dan Prince. 

Audience: Community STEM educators, classroom teachers, and community members

Cost: Free

This workshop is part of a series of workshops that were developed by the PMSP Equity LeNS (Equity Leadership Network for STEM) team, a group of equity experts and STEM education experts. The goal of these workshops is to empower educators, community program staff, and others who work with marginalized or underserved youth to effectively serve as an Ally*.

MANY THANKS TO THIS YEAR’S WORKSHOP SERIES SPONSORS!

*Ally - Someone who makes the commitment and effort to recognize their privilege (based on gender, class, race, sexual identity, etc.) and work in solidarity with oppressed groups in the struggle for justice. Allies understand that it is in their own interest to end all forms of oppression, even those from which they may benefit in concrete ways. (Center for the Study of Social Policy)