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CONT932: Leadership in Mathematics

CONT 932
Continuing Teacher Education - British Columbia
3 Units
Online
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What does it mean to be a mathematics leader? How do teachers inspire others, support strong instruction, and help all students feel confident and capable in mathematics?

This course explores what it means to be a mathematics leader, beyond titles or roles. You’ll learn ways to inspire colleagues, strengthen instruction, and build classrooms where all students feel confident and capable in mathematics. You will explore leadership as a mindset grounded in collaboration, listening, and shared learning. Through readings, podcasts, and videos, you’ll reflect on your identity as a leader, deepen your understanding of equity and inclusion, and examine how assessment, numeracy, technology, and collaboration influence teacher and student learning. You will also engage in leadership practices, contribute to collective knowledge, and develop a digital portfolio that captures your growth. You’ll leave with a clearer vision of yourself as a mathematics instructional leader and practical ways to positively have an impact on your school community.

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Learning Outcomes

What You Will Learn and Do

In this course you’ll have the opportunity to

  • examine roles, practices, and responsibilities of teacher leaders in British Columbia
  • consider how identity, beliefs, and culture shape math learning and leadership
  • apply practical, effective ways to support equity, inclusion, real-world connections, Indigenous perspectives, and culturally responsive teaching in mathematics
  • design plans to support colleagues, guide discussions, mentor new teachers, and strengthen collaborative school cultures
  • evaluate how technology and AI can support math teaching and leadership while maintaining professional judgement and student agency
  • curate resources that support your ongoing growth and goals as an instructional leader in mathematics

Assessments

Module 1

Instructional Leadership

Module 2

Grounding Pedagogical Perspective
Progress Update 1

Module 3

Leading Culturally Responsive Math

Module 4

Building a Culture of Numeracy
Formative Assessment

Module 5

Co-Learning and Collaboration
Progress Update 2

Module 6

Assessment Conversations

Module 7

Leadership Portfolio and Future Planning
Summative Assessment