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Jason shares the joy of mathematical exploration and discovery through small-group workshops and one-on-one coaching.

Jason has curated a collection of rich mathematical tasks that invite creativity, curiosity, and a sense of play.

His exploratory instructional style allows every participant to feel successful, regardless of their confidence level with mathematics
. At the same time, the tasks and puzzles provide opportunities for richness, depth, and discovery.

​The goal is for every participant to find a place of productive struggle: that feeling of being pleasantly challenged, without becoming overwhelmed. Everyone can experience the joy of mathematical exploration and discovery!

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Small Group
​Workshops

Study interesting mathematics with a small group of fellow explorers.
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Individual
Coaching

Receive one-on-one coaching tailored to your interests and goals.
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Resources for
​Teachers

Lead your students in mathematical exploration and discovery!
 

Small Group Math Workshops

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Jason facilitates short mathematics workshops for students of all ages.
  • Between four and eight 60-minute workshop meetings
  • Six seats available per workshop
  • Conducted remotely over Zoom

Mathematics workshops focus on the joy of exploration and discovery. No specific mathematical experience is required.  Participants have the opportunity to explore and gain confidence with an interesting mathematical concept. Ample time will be allowed for problem-solving, experimentation, and the discussion of different approaches and observations with a small group of fellow learners.
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Workshop topics generally target middle- and high-school mathematics concepts, though sessions will be differentiated based on the students who enroll. Use the link below to contact Jason if you have particular requests or questions.

​Click here to see the catalog of math workshops for Summer 2021!

I love how you are always a kind and funny teacher and how your classes are always exciting to experience.

-- 6th Grader, Seattle, WA
 

One-On-One Coaching & Consulting

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Jason offers customized mathematics coaching for students, parents, and teachers.

Families and students partner with Jason to support students' mathematical flourishing.
  • Students who are reluctant about mathematics and want to develop confidence and fluency
  • Students who are enthusiastic about mathematics and want to deepen in their thinking
  • Parents and caregivers who struggle to help their students with mathematics
  • Students and parents who have traditionally been excluded from or underrepresented in mathematics

Coaching work with families and students might include:
  • Single session targeted on a particular curriculum topic
  • Short course of study about a broader concept
  • Exploration of complex problems
  • Ongoing one-on-one tutoring

Teachers, departments, and schools partner with Jason to engage students in open-ended mathematical problem solving.
  • Teachers who want to create, facilitate, and evaluate inquiry-based mathematics in their classrooms
  • Mathematics departments that want to shift to a more equitable and student-centered approach to teaching mathematics
  • Schools that want to improve the way mathematics is perceived in the broader community

Professional development with teachers, departments, and schools might include:
  • Classroom visits and demonstration lessons
  • Co-teaching mathematics with an inquiry-based approach
  • Supporting teachers and students around the uncomfortable aspects of learning through inquiry
  • Assistance with integrating rich mathematical explorations into existing curriculum

Contact Jason to discuss personalized coaching based on your needs and goals!

​Thank you again for all that you do to make learning mathematics a positive experience for the kids.  We really appreciate the amazing way you connect with them and your communication style.

-- Parent of 5th Grader, Seattle, WA
 

Mathematics Resources for Teachers

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Jason is the author of the Arithmetiquities, a mathematical fantasy adventure in which a quirky band of heroes undertakes a quest to recover a collection of powerful mathemagical artifacts.

The twist is that this tale unfolds through a sequence of mathematical story problems! Each chapter in the story is a puzzling "problem of the week", and the 36 serialized chapters weave the story over the span an entire school year.

Learn more and download the chapters at Arithmetiquities.org!

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I'm always looking forward to the next chapter. Even though it's challenging, it makes me think outside the box.
      -- 6th Grader, Seattle, WA

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​I've been very impressed with the rich discussion that's taken place (particularly when they disagree with one another) whilst they try to solve the problems.
      -- Middle Grades Teacher, Livingston, Scotland
Except where otherwise noted, content on this site is by Jason Ermer and licensed under
​a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 International license (
CC BY-NC 4.0).
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