solving world problems

equity & social justice in mathematics education

solving world problems is a pun on the way that word problems in math often have little to do with the real world.

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Irrelevant math contexts and the focus on a single correct solution or method often marginalize students.

This site provides resources and information for math teachers, teacher educators, parents, and students to problematize what matters in mathematics education. 

This page is created & maintained by Frances K. Harper, PhD.

Where to Find Frances

June 3-7, 2019: MSU Summer Intensive on Community Engaged Scholarship, East Lansing, MI

July 19, 2019: TN NAME Conference, Cookeville, TN

If you have resources or ideas that you’d like to share with others, Frances is happy to post them here. Or if you have questions, ideas, comments, please get in touch with Frances using the contact form below.

Equitable Teaching Strategies: Webinar

January 21, 2018

Interested in learning more about ways to help every student reason and make sense of mathematics? The Global Math Department‘s newest webinar will explore at least NINE equitable math teaching strategies with Dr. Marilyn Strutchens. REGISTER HERE About This Webinar In this session, we will focus on strategies that have been shown to help each and … More Equitable Teaching Strategies: Webinar

Apply for the Academy of Best Practices

January 15, 2018

CPM Education program sponsors an Academy of Best Practices for novice teachers (5 years experience or less). Applications are due May 1, 2018. You do not have to use the CPM curriculum in order to apply. This is a great opportunity for mentoring and networking with teachers from around the country. Check it out! http://cpm.org/abp/ … More Apply for the Academy of Best Practices