Science Outreach

Lenses on Learning

A New Focus on Mathematics and School Leadership

2008 Meetings DATES UPDATED
May 16, June 13, June 16, Sept. 18, Oct. 7, Oct. 23; 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Washington University Danforth Campus
Cost $200; includes parking, lunch, and books
Register online

Lenses on Learning is designed for school administrators interested in improving mathematics teaching and learning.

• Support teachers' improvements in math instruction
• Help teachers get appropriate professional development
• Learn tips for explaining math programs to parents
• Have in-depth conversations with teachers about math
• Make class observations more purposeful for teachers and administrators
• Discover helpful ways to use class data
• Make sure students are making progress throughout the school year
• Discuss the challenges of administrative practice
• Join an intellectual community with peers through reflection on a range of new ideas

Karen Brannon, mathematics coordinator at Washington University, and Beverly Nance, director of the St. Louis Principals Academy, facilitate the sessions.

Lenses on Learning, an EDC program focused on math and school leadership, is supported locally by the Boeing Company and Washington University Science Outreach.