Responsive Mathematics Institute

The Washtenaw Intermediate School District collaboration with Eastern Michigan University, is proud to present the Responsive Mathematics Institute. The Responsive Mathematics Institute is an opportunity for educators to examine mathematics instruction from an equity perspective. Participants will explore the following questions:
  • How does identity influence one’s perception of math? 
  • What are strength based instructional models that can be implemented int he mathematics classroom?
  • How can cultural modeling be embedded within the mathematics classroom?
  • How have I imposed my biases on students?
  • What privileges do I have because of my identity?
  • How can we as educators develop a reflective practice?
The Responsive Mathematics Institute is made possible by funding from the MI STEM Advisory Council grant
Upcoming Responsive Mathematics Institute Events:
The Washtenaw Intermediate School District in collaboration with Ann Arbor District Library is proud to present the first session of the Responsive Mathematics Institute Community Forum. The Community Forum is an opportunity for parents and community members to examine mathematics instruction from an equity perspective. Participants will explore the following questions:
  • Where are inequities present in Washtenaw County?
  • Why is it important to consider the influence of race and racism in education?
  • Why is it important to consider the influence of poverty in education?
  • How can we work together, to expand the educational opportunities available to all students?
The keynote speaker for this event is Dr. Richard Milner from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Milner has authored several books including Start where you are but don't stay there: Understanding diversity, opportunity gaps, and teaching in today's classrooms and Rac(e)ing to class: Confronting poverty and race in schools and classrooms.
In conjunction with the Responsive Mathematics Institute, Dr. Milner will be returning on April 24th, 2018 to continue his discussion with us about examining instruction from an equity perspective. This event will take place at EMUs Student Center.
Work on our Intel Math project featured in Inspired! 

Intel Math Program

The Intel Math project is aimed at deepening teacher's content knowledge of math skills in order to improve instruction. The work consists of 80 hours of Intel Math training in the summer, and monthly continued learning in Math Learning Community meetings throughout the year. 
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In our first few years of participating in this program, we have worked with over 100 teachers across five districts from both Livingston and Washtenaw Counties. 

If you have any questions about Intel Math, contact either Andrea Pisani or Jennifer Banks for instructional and content questions.