In 2018 Pacific Institute for Mathematical Sciences is starting with a new initiative entitled “PIMS Mathematical Education Circle”. The main goal of this initiative is to create a forum in which math instructors across BC can discuss the educational topics of common interest and share their experiences and resources.

PIMS Mathematical Education Circles is a monthly gathering open to all math educators interested in enhancing their teaching practices by sharing opinions and experiences with their peers.

Each session is composed of two parts:

1) An educational topic related to the practice of teaching mathematics at the senior high school and the university/college first-year levels. Examples include, learning objectives; technology in the math classroom; assessment; managing a diverse math classroom; transition from secondary to university math, etc.

2) The Lighter Side of Mathematics: A mathematical topic or activity that may not be directly related to teaching mathematics, but that may be used in communicating and promoting mathematics. Examples include, puzzles; games; math trivia; hands-on math, etc.

Participation is free of charge. Coffee and light lunch will be provided.

Save the Dates:

Date: Saturday, February, 24, 2018

Room: PIMS, UBC (Main Mall 2207 room 2012)

1) Theme: Practice of Teaching Mathematics
Topic: UBC Calculus I Learning Objectives
Presenter: Fok-Shuen Leung, UBC

2) Theme: The Lighter Side of Mathematics
Topic: Origami and Mathematics ­
Presenter: Natasha Davidson, Douglas College

Date: Saturday, March, 24, 2018

Room: PIMS, UBC (Main Mall 2207 room 2012)

1) Theme: The Lighter Side of Mathematics
Topic: Math Games and Puzzles
Presenter: Melania Alvarez, PIMS/UBC

2) Theme: Practice of Teaching Mathematics
Topic: Technology in the Math Classroom
Presenter: Jamie Mulholland, SFU

See more details about PIMS Mathematical Education Circles and to register for the upcoming sessions, please go to:

https://events.pims.math.ca/rsvp/pims-math-education-circles.