Inquiry Mathematics: Research Based Strategies Which Maximize Student Learning Mignon Weckert Venue Tokyo International School 2-­‐13-­‐6 Minami Azabu, Minato-­‐ku, Tokyo 106-­‐0047 Tel: 81-­‐3-­‐5484-­‐1160 Date: Sept 26-­‐27 Coordinator Christopher Frost [email protected] Workshop Facilitator: Mignon has taught in a range of schools in Australia working with students from 4 years to 13 years of age. Her passion for effective teaching and learning of Mathematics led her to the role of Numeracy Advisor for Schools in South Australia, professional development facilitator, writer of Mathematics support materials as well as developer of various projects to enhance student learning. Mignon has held various leadership roles in schools. She has been involved with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) since 2000, as a teacher, PYP coordinator, a workshop leader facilitating IB PYP workshops throughout the Asia Pacific Region, leading authorization and evaluation school visits and being appointed as the representative for Asia Pacific on the Global PYP Committee. Mignon was appointed Manager for the IB PYP for Asia Pacific for a period of six years, during which time she was involved in overseeing the significant growth of PYP schools in the region, participation in global curriculum projects, workshop leader and school visitor training, workshop facilitation and visiting schools throughout the region and beyond providing advice and guidance. Mignon moved to the Australian International School in Sept 2012 and is currently the Assistant Head of Elementary responsible for Curriculum across the school. At present she is managing a project at the school which focuses on implementing research based strategies to support student learning in Mathematics, with a focus on differentiation. Mignon has a Post Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and a Master of Education with a focus on Contemporary Issues in Education. Workshop Focus: This workshop is suitable for elementary mathematics teachers with a passion for inquiry-­‐based learning. In this workshop participants will have the opportunity to: • explore research relating to effective teaching of mathematics • engage in practical mathematical inquiry and develop a deeper understanding of mathematics concepts. • examine the place of high challenge tasks and how to build them into a coherent program • explore the use of digital provocations to assist students to think mathematically • identify factors which support inquiry in the teaching and learning of mathematics • reflect on the impact of the workshop on their current teaching of mathematics Venue: Tokyo International School www.tokyois.com is located in Minami Azabu the heart of this vibrant city. Nearby attractions include Tokyo Tower and the lively entertainment district of Roppongi. Further details about this event, accommodation and the application procedure will be posted on the EARCOS website st
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