Fall '24 Workshop Series

Adapting Curriculum for Culturally Responsive Mathematics Teaching  and Leadership Series

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Welcome! You’ve taken the first step toward using culturally responsive teaching to transform math curriculum and teaching practices to better serve your students and make a lasting impact.

Now, it’s time to unlock the full potential of culturally responsive teaching by enrolling in our exclusive Fall Series Workshops.

  • Innovative Approaches: Learn how to effectively adapt your current curriculum to include culturally relevant tasks and goals.
  • The Hope Wheel: Work directly with  the Hope Wheel to align your curriculum for greater impact.


Why do math classrooms struggle to inspire students? Too many students are disconnected from thrive in math because math learning doesn't reflect who they are, math curriculum isn't relevant to their everyday lives and teachers aren't given the time, space or support to adapt curriculum deeply and authentically.
  September 12
Immersing and Aligning Curriculum Intentions with Culturally Responsive Teaching Principles and the Hope Wheel
Educators explore three key principles for culturally responsive math teaching alongside effective standards and practices, creating aligned goals for curriculum success.

Sept 12, 4-6 pm Eastern
Cost: $195 
  September 19
Transforming Engagement through Culturally Relevant Tasks and Lesson Structures 
This workshop will help educators enhance culturally responsive mathematics teaching by transforming tasks and lesson structures to be contextually relevant and culturally connected.
Sept 19, 4-6 pm Eastern
Cost: $195 
  October 3
Building Student Mathematical Thinking through Cultural and Community Inquiry
Focusing on optimizing teaching curriculum, this workshop will emphasize building mathematical understanding with cultural competency and student agency. Attendees will learn about The 4 We's model and teacher moves to support student engagement through cultural and mathematical inquiry.
Oct 3, 4-6 pm Eastern
Cost: $195 
  October 17
Refining Critical Math Conversations, Opportunities, and Critical Agency
In the focus on culturally responsive teaching, educators will adapt teaching based on student and community needs. Fostering critical agency involves a three-prong approach: reflect, respond, and reach, enabling students to address community issues through math learning.

Oct 17, 4-6 pm Eastern
Cost: $195

Lou Matthews

Founder at InspireMath | Math + AI | Authentic strategy, tools, teaching and community | White House 2024 'YOU Belong in STEM' Speaker | 💥Hope Wheel ©
About The Organizer
A thought leader in culturally responsive mathematics education, dedicated to transforming teaching practices to be more inclusive and impactful. With years of experience advocating for educational equity, Dr. Matthews brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to every workshop, ensuring that educators leave empowered to make a difference in their classrooms.
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Change the way curriculum impacts and engages math teaching and learning!

With practical insights, real-world examples, and hands-on experience, this series is perfect for anyone who wants to take their skills to the next level. Seats are limited, so register your seat today!

Join Dr. Lou Matthews for this workshop series, and explore how to transform your teaching practices to create meaningful, culturally responsive learning experiences. Teachers and coaches welcome!
  September 12
Immersing and Aligning Curriculum Intentions with Culturally Responsive Teaching Principles and the Hope Wheel
  September 19
Transforming Math Engagement through Culturally Relevant Tasks and Lesson Structures 
  October 3
Building Student Mathematical Thinking through Cultural and Community Inquiry
  October 17
Refining Critical Math Conversations, Opportunities, and Critical Agency
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Why This Series Matters

Educators deserve time and support to create powerful learning experiences where students and their communities play a central role in math learning. This series offers you the tools and insights to make that potential a reality. In each workshop of this course series, you’ll not only have a deeper understanding of culturally responsive teaching practices, but you’ll also be equipped with actionable strategies to transform your classroom into a space of powerful, culturally connected learning.
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