JH/SH: ECSD DWPD Mini Conference April: Full Schedule

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2:00pm MDT

Achieving Unity in Scoring High School Math Written Response Questions FULL

Thursday April 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

Consistency and fairness are key when scoring written responses in high school math. This session simulates the diploma exam marking experience, guiding educators through scoring guide interpretation and common student response patterns. Participants will engage in hands-on scoring practice to develop a shared understanding of expectations, ensuring unity in assessment.

Speakers

Stephanie Mackay

Secondary Mathematics Consultant (10-12), Edmonton Catholic School Division

Stephanie MacKay has been teaching for Edmonton Catholic Schools for over 20 years. She has a passion for teaching mathematics with attention to details.

Thursday April 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
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Mathematics

2:00pm MDT

Experiencing Student Struggles with the Number System FILLING

Thursday April 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

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In this session, participants will experience the struggles of students grappling with the number system. By engaging with mathematical operations in an unfamiliar number system, participants will not only gain insights into their students' challenges but also appreciate the unique perspectives that each student brings to learning. This understanding fosters a sesne of unity, enabling teachers to support diverse learning needs and build confidence in mathematics for all students.

Speakers

Darin Trufyn

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Darin, part of the Secondary Math team within Edmonton Catholic Schools is passionate about all things spatial. Throughout his 26 years at ECSD, he's loved supporting students and teachers in the age old question, was mathematics invented or discovered?

Connor Renshaw

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Connor is a secondary Math consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. He has 15 years experience teaching mathematics in grades 5 to 12 within ECSD's French Immersion programs. Connor's passion for education falls in exploring new pedagogical strategies to engage students in the beauty... Read More →

Thursday April 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
232

Mathematics