Learning Opportunities

What if your classroom could become a space where students aren’t just learning but thinking—deeply, critically, and collaboratively? For too long, classrooms have been guided by traditional practices that emphasize routine and compliance over fostering creativity and intellectual growth. It’s time to reimagine these spaces as environments that ignite curiosity, nurture independence, and drive meaningful achievement.

This session offers an exciting opportunity to dive into over 15 years of cutting-edge research on how educators can ignite student thinking and create classrooms that thrive on engagement and discovery. Centered around the highly acclaimed book Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Grades K-12): 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning, this workshop will showcase strategies proven to transform teaching and elevate student outcomes—not just in math but across content areas.

What’s in store for you?

• Step Inside a Thinking Classroom: Experience first-hand what it feels like to be part of a vibrant, thinking-driven learning environment. You’ll engage in practical activities designed to spark curiosity and thought.
• Teaching Curriculum with Thinking Practices: Discover how to seamlessly weave these powerful strategies into your curriculum, ensuring high-impact instruction that supports deep understanding and long-term retention.
• Empowering Student Ownership of Learning: Learn actionable ways to inspire students to take charge of their learning, transitioning from group problem-solving to confident individual mastery.

By the end of this session, you’ll leave with actionable strategies for creating a culture of thinking in your classroom—one where students are inspired, engaged, and prepared to achieve at their highest potential.