Whistler Summer Institute - 29 & 30 July

July 29/30 2014 – Whistler, British Columbia

These special, two-day JUMP Math workshops are designed to give participants a deeper understanding of how to teach math effectively and how to apply the JUMP Math teaching strategies. JUMP Math is a method and philosophy that intends to eradicate math anxiety and encourage students to reach their potential in understanding mathematics. JUMP materials have been written to match the CCSS

In these professional development sessions, Liz Barrett will talk about how JUMP Math's carefully designed instruction and resources support recent discoveries in cognitive science.

She will present a number of proven methods that teachers can use to engage all of their students in learning mathematics.

Each 2014 JUMP Math Summer Institute will provide participants with:

·       A strong foundation in the JUMP Math approach to teaching and learning mathematics from Grades 1 to 8

·       Strategies to develop Mental Math fluency

·       A deeper understanding of techniques to develop strong problem-solving skills

·       Strategies aimed at developing enrichment units for extension sessions

·       Knowledge about the emerging evidence on the effectiveness of JUMP Math

·       Comprehensive resources to support the delivery of JUMP Math.

Time and Date:  Wednesday, Thursday - July 29 and 30, 2014, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Workshop Cost: $245  plus GST

Address &Map

Location:  Whistler, BC - Resort Municipality of Whistler, Spruce Grove Field House, Spruce Room, 7328 Kirkpatrick Way