We are in the midst of a revolution, in the science of the brain and learning. New knowledge from brain science is showing a clear path for learning, that is both exciting and inspiring for teachers. In the CUE 2017 National Conference Kickoff Keynote, Dr. Jo Boaler and the co-founder of youcubed, will share recent and important research on the brain and learning that has profound implications for students’ achievement. We will watch videos of students who have changed their pathways and consider many ways to bring the new science into teaching of all subjects.
Dr. Jo Boaler is a Professor of Mathematics Education at Stanford University, and the co-founder of youcubed. She is also an analyst for PISA testing in the OECD, and author of the first MOOC on mathematics teaching and learning. Former roles have included being the Marie Curie Professor of Mathematics Education in England, a mathematics teacher in London comprehensive schools, and a lecturer and researcher at King’s College, London. Her PhD won the national award for educational research in the UK and her book: Experiencing School Mathematics won the 'Outstanding Book of the Year' award for education in Britain.
Dr. Boaler is an elected fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (Great Britain), and a former president of the International Organization for Women and Mathematics Education (IOWME). She is the recipient of a National Science Foundation 'Early Career Award' and the NCSM Kay Gilliland Equity Award (2014). Dr. Boaler is the author of nine books and numerous research articles. Her latest book is Mathematical Mindsets: Unleashing Students' Potential through Creative Math, Inspiring Messages and Innovative Teaching (2016), and is published by Wiley. She serves as an advisor to several Silicon Valley companies and was an Aspen ideas speaker and a White House presenter on girls and STEM. Her work has been published in the Times, The Telegraph, The Financial Times, and many other news outlets.
Dr. Boaler was recently named one of the eight educators “changing the face of education” by the BBC. She recently formed www.youcubed.org to give teachers, parents, and student the resources and ideas they need to inspire and excite students about mathematics.
(Jo will also be available to sign books at the CUE Gear Store Thursday, March 16 from 10:00 - 11:00 am.)
