Seminar
Mathematics and Mathematical Thinking for Society
hosted by
the institute for the study of University pedagogy, university of toronto mississauga
and the UME network for teaching and research
Addressing social and societal issues in mathematics classrooms is a complex and multidimensional task that offers considerable benefits. It may help students understand how mathematics relates to global issues, enhance students’ learning experiences, and empower them as learners of mathematics.
Our seminar explores examples of numeracy and argumentation in undergraduate mathematics, focusing on fostering a sense of belonging through inclusive teaching practices.
Date & Time: Friday, January 26, 2024 from 11:00AM-3:30PM
Location: University of Toronto Mississauga
Schedule
11:00AM – 11:30AM Coffee and Snacks
11:30AM – The Inequality of Numbers
- Wes Maciejewski, Assistant Professor, Mathematics, Red Deer Polytechnic
12:00PM – Persuasion and Argumentation: Why it Matters
- Margaret Karrass, Assistant Professor Teaching Stream, Mathematics Education, University of Toronto Mississauga
12:30PM – Making Beautiful Things Together
- Peter Taylor, Professor, Mathematics, Queen’s University, and
- Rebecca Carter, PhD Candidate, Mathematics, Queen’s University
1:00PM – 2:00PM Lunch
2:00PM – 3:30PM Panel Discussion Education and Society: Supportive Pedagogy in Mathematics
Mediator: Xiaoheng (Kitty) Yan, Postdoctoral Fellow, Mathematics Education, OISE, University of Toronto
Panelists:
- Francis Duah, Assistant Professor, Undergraduate Mathematics Education, Toronto Metropolitan University
- Ami Mamolo, Associate Professor, Mathematics Education, Ontario Tech University
- Robyn Ruttenberg-Rozen, Assistant Professor, STEAM Education, Ontario Tech University
- Timothy J. Yusun, Assistant Professor Teaching Stream, Mathematics, University of Toronto Mississauga
This seminar was supported by
