ICTM Fall 2024 Conference

Young mathematicians are motivated by the challenge of organizing, counting, and representing collections. This session introduces counting collection trajectories, formative assessment tools that allow elementary teachers to understand and advance student thinking in grades 3-5.

Iowa STEM Teacher Externships are a great opportunity to see math in action in real world situations. Learn more about this unique experience for Iowa Math teachers and hear the stories of teachers that have been through the program. This is a great chance to build school workplace partnerships and help answer questions like "When will I ever use this?" or "Why do I have to learn this?" STEM Teacher Externships engage teachers in hands on projects that not only increase math awareness but also career readiness and math content. Start your STEM Teacher Externship Adventure today!

Join us for an engaging exploration into the world of addition and subtraction problem types with the help of hands-on manipulatives. In this interactive session, participants will delve into innovative methods for modeling various problem types using tactile tools, fostering flexible thinking and a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts among learners.

Throughout the session, participants will be guided through the twelve distinct problem types with activities designed to demonstrate how manipulatives can be effectively utilized to represent addition and subtraction problems. Attendees will learn how to leverage manipulatives to visualize, strategize, and solve mathematical equations with confidence.

This session offers practical strategies for transforming students into flexible problem solvers. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the power of hands-on manipulatives in modeling addition and subtraction problem types. Come prepared to engage, collaborate, and leave inspired with new ideas to enrich your math instruction. Join us and embark on a journey to make math meaningful, accessible, and enjoyable for all learners!

Building deep engagement and learning in math means trying new approaches. During this computer session, participants will explore first-hand an elementary math program rated Exemplary by the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council that incorporates games, stories, problem solving, and lessons to promote math practices, enhance understanding, and foster engagement. Participants will learn how a team of third grade teachers in North Central Iowa transformed their classrooms so much that students had to be encouraged to stop playing math games to go home for the summer. Participants are encouraged to bring a device (tablet, laptop) to the session.

Join us for an interactive session designed to empower elementary educators with practical strategies for supporting students with dyscalculia in the math classroom. Dyscalculia, a specific learning disability in mathematics, can present unique challenges for students, but with the right tools and approaches, educators can make a significant difference in their learning journey.

In this workshop, participants will gain a deeper understanding of dyscalculia and its impact on mathematical learning. We will explore evidence-based strategies and interventions tailored to the needs of students with dyscalculia and engage in hands-on activities and simulations to experience firsthand the challenges faced by students with dyscalculia.

Whether you're a classroom teacher, special education educator, or math specialist, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to support students with dyscalculia and help them succeed in math.