MAV acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Welcome to the 2024 school year! We hope you had a restful break.

The MAV team has been hard at work during the school holidays, planning professional learning and creating teacher support materials to enhance your educational experience.

MAV is excited to offer a diverse range of professional learning opportunities in Term One, including webinars, and upcoming regional conferences.

We are planning our mid-year conference, the Melbourne Mathematics Conference a collaboration between MAV and The University of Melbourne: Faculty of Education.  The event will feature a Leaders' Day for school leaders Foundation to Year 12 on June 20th and a Teachers' Day on June 21st.

Additionally, we are excited to host the 61st Annual Conference (MAV24) with the theme "Curriculum, Pedagogy, and Beyond: Supporting our teachers and students into the future". This conference will take place from Thursday, December 5th, to Friday, December 6th, 2024, at La Trobe University, Bundoora.

During MAV23, we conducted surveys via our online events app, and we're delighted to reveal the winners:

And the winners are:
Hayley Ng from Oakwood School Pakenham 
Sarah Diakoumakos from Brighton Secondary College

Congratulations to Hayley and Sarah - we hope you find the perfect resource for your classroom in the MAVshop! 

Our primary focus this year is to support you in becoming familiar with and implementing the revised curriculum. We are dedicated to assisting all teachers, including those who are out of field, new to the profession, and undergraduates.

A big thank you to schools that have already renewed their membership with MAV! Your support is crucial, and we appreciate your commitment to our community.

And finally, as the school year kicks off, we wish you a lovely start. We look forward to connecting with you soon and providing the support you need to make this year successful.

Jen Bowden,
MAV CEO

As dedicated educators, we understand the importance of staying at the forefront of teaching methodologies and constantly seeking opportunities for professional development.

Our Metropolitan VCE Conference was extremely popular and reached capacity very quickly. We are now offering the same experience in a virtual setting! Our virtual and on-demand VCE Conference includes everything that our VCE conference does, minus the catering.

Your choice of any or a combination of: 

Each subject course comprises of a Meet the Assessors session (recorded video, solutions to VCAA exams, presenter slides) and a SAC information session with sample tasks. The Foundation Mathematics stream also includes other tips for teaching this new VCE subject.

Register now and be part of a day dedicated to inspiration, innovation, and educational empowerment! 

Date: Early March 2024
Registrations: https://buff.ly/42pJHS6 

Take advantage of this chance to elevate your teaching experience. Visit our Events page for more details.

No worries, we've also got solutions for our regional teachers!

If you are a regional educator, we have two terrific VCE events geared specifically for you in Bass Coast and Bendigo. These regional conferences may be more convenient, offering the same great experience near to home.

Join us as we delve into groundbreaking approaches to mathematics pedagogy that captivate students and unleash their mathematical prowess. These events are a dynamic platform for educators, researchers, and practitioners to exchange strategies, methodologies, and resources, fostering active learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in mathematics education.

These conferences will also focus on integrating technology, real-world applications, and interdisciplinary connections; the conference aims to elevate the relevance and engagement of mathematics instruction. Attendees can participate in keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and collaborative discussions.

Bass Coast
Date: Friday 8th March
Time: 9:00AM - 3:30PM
Venue: Leongatha Primary School
Registrations: https://buff.ly/3SaPbva 

Bendigo
Date: Friday 10th May 
Time: 9:00AM - 3:30PM
Venue: Eaglehawk North Primary School
Registrations: https://buff.ly/3vYXItS 

This regional conference tour aims to explore and showcase innovative approaches to mathematics pedagogy that effectively engage students and unlock their mathematical potential. It will provide educators, researchers, and practitioners with a platform to share and discuss strategies, methodologies, and resources that promote active learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in mathematics education.

The conference will also focus on incorporating technology, real-world applications, and interdisciplinary connections to enhance the relevance and engagement of mathematics instruction. 

Participants will be able to attend keynote speeches, interactive workshops and collaborative discussions, all aimed at fostering a vibrant community dedicated to advancing effective and engaging mathematics pedagogy. 

Together, we will uncover new perspectives, insights, and practices that inspire both students and educators in the world of mathematics.

Bass Coast
Date: Friday 8th March
Time: 9:00AM - 3:30PM
Venue: Leongatha Primary School
Registrations: https://buff.ly/3OpS4ao

Bass Coast Regional Tour flyer

Bendigo
Date: Friday 10th May 
Time: 9:00AM - 3:30PM
Venue: Eaglehawk North Primary School
Registrations: https://buff.ly/3vYXItS 

Bendigo Regional Tour flyer

If you are not already a member, now is the perfect time to explore the countless benefits of joining us for the upcoming year. We have been planning many great professional learning, student activities and resources for members in 2024! https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Membership 

Complete our short membership survey here - we always appreciate your valuable feedback! 

If you'd like to advertise a vacancy in your school or business, please check visit our Employee Hub page here.

Any questions please get in touch with the MAV Office at office@mav.vic.edu.au

Feb 8, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Unpacking the Anticipate Phase (Primary)

Feb 12, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Unpacking the Anticipate Phase (Secondary)

Feb 27, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Analysing Pseudocode Pt 2 (VCE)

March 5, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Designing and writing Pseudocode Pt 3 (VCE)

March 7, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Launch, Explore, Summarise Instructional Model (Secondary)

March 13,  4:00 - 5:00 PM

Learner Agency (Secondary)

May 10, 9:00AM - 3:30PM

Innovative Approaches to Engaging Mathematics Pedagogy Regional Tour - Bendigo

Feb 9, 8:30AM - 3:00PM

VCE Conference - RMIT - AT CAPACITY! 

Feb 20, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

The rules and foundations of Pseudocode Pt 1 (VCE)

March 5, 8:30 - 3:00 PM

On Demand - 2024 Virtual VCE Conference (MTA + SACs)

March 6, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Launch, Explore, Summarise Instructional Model (Primary)

March 8, 9:00AM - 3:30PM

Innovative Approaches to Engaging Mathematics Pedagogy Regional Tour - Bass Coast

March 20,  4:00 - 5:00 PM

Learner Agency (Primary)

In school consulting remains at the heart of what we do here at MAV, driving our commitment to empowering educators. If you're eager to explore tailored professional learning experiences, we're ready to bring your vision to life! 

Let's embark on a journey of customised growth and development together - connect with Di Liddell at dliddell@mav.vic.edu.au 

MAV is pleased to share the news that Monash University lead by Dr Sharyn Livy and Dr Jennifer Hall have been engaged by VCAA in partnership with MAV to design a professional learning program to support Victorian mathematics leaders and teachers. This project will develop a deep understanding of the teaching and learning expectations of the revised Victorian Curriculum Foundation to Year 10: Mathematics Version 2.0.

The program comprises six comprehensive modules, including the production of 20 videos that will be designed to support primary and secondary mathematics teachers and leaders across government, Catholic, and private schools. Congratulations Sharyn, Jennifer, and the team! 

Southern Cross University is introducing a microcredential to help address a critical shortage of maths teachers in our schools

The shortage is especially felt in regional and rural areas where teachers from other disciplines are often called to fill the staffing gap. The new Southern Cross University microcredential upskills these teachers, giving them more confidence in the classroom and more career options in a high-demand discipline

Developed in collaboration with the Mathematics Association of NSW, the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Mathematics (Out-of-Field Teachers) is a 12-week course for registered Primary or Secondary school teachers who will learn how to teach mathematics. The course development was funded by the Federal Government in partnership with the Mathematics Association of NSW & offers discounted tuition fees

Applications are open for March 2024 - for more info, head to the SCU website.

MAVshop is the leading online store for mathematics and numeracy resources.

Resources to advance your career, improve teaching and learning, and to engage students in and out of the classroom.

Numero® Single Pack

Six Dinner Sid

Mindset Mathematics Grade 7

MAV Solutions 2023 VCAA Exams - All Studies - Online Resource

Numero® is more than just a card game. It's an invaluable resource for maths educators. Numero® has been designed for use by students of all ages, and assists in developing understanding of numeracy concepts and problem-solving skills.

Sid is a cat who is addicted to having six meals a day and glories in this lifestyle. Manipulative, persuasive and a charmer he has wrapped everybody round his little paw - each owner believes that Sid belongs to them only . . . until the day he is found out!

Engage students in mathematics using growth mindset techniques. With engaging questions, open-ended tasks, and four-color visuals that will help kids get excited about mathematics.

Ensure students prepare effectively for VCE Mathematics Exams with the MAV solutions to the 2023 VCAA Exams 1 & 2 for Maths Methods, Specialist Maths and General Maths. Each solution set features: fully worked solutions for all sections, advice on solution processes and permission for the purchasing institution to reproduce copies for its students.

The Mathematical Association of Victoria. 61 Blyth Street Brunswick, Victoria 3056
Telephone: +613 9380 2399 Email: office@mav.vic.edu.au
MATRIX is an official communication of The Mathematical Association of Victoria. If you have maths education news that you would like included, email submissions to office@mav.vic.edu.au.  Note that inclusions are at the discretion of the editor.

MAV acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

It's been a busy few weeks at MAV partnering with local associations to present our international guest, Robert Kaplinsky at two Mathematics Symposiums. Our student activities included the Victorian Coding Challenges and Games Days, as part of the Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series sponsored by the Victorian Department of Education. Amidst the excitement, we are also hard at work planning our offerings for 2024. 

A standout moment was MAVCON23, our annual conference. With 940 delegates,190 presenters, and 130 exhibitors, we were thrilled to host an event that brought fantastic professional learning, networking opportunities, and inspiration to educators from Victoria, as well as international and interstate guests. We've received positive feedback on new initiatives like our Newcomers Morning Tea and the BBQ Conference Dinner. 

Your feedback is invaluable to us! If you attended MAVCON, we kindly ask for just 5 minutes of your time to complete our feedback form, different from the individual workshop feedback found in the app.

Share your insights here: https://forms.gle/v6eHjEDGVbi74tsT9

A big thank you to all presenters who have already shared their resources. Delegates, check your emails for a link to the resource folder. We also extend our appreciation to our exhibitors and sponsors – the exhibition hall was buzzing! 

Mark your calendars for MAVCON24 on December 5th and 6th - we look forward to seeing you there. 

And lastly, our team has reflected on the progress of mathematics education in 2023, highlighting significant milestones such as the revised curriculum. As we look ahead to 2024, we approach it with enthusiasm, embracing the revised curriculum, emerging practices and pedagogies. Our focus includes supporting priority cohorts, fostering collaboration within state organisations, and promoting excellence in education across Australia. 

We express gratitude to the schools that have renewed their membership and eagerly anticipate working with everyone in the upcoming year. Thank you to our sponsors and supporters in 2023, we could not achieve our goals without your support. Thank you to our board of directors, committees and volunteers, MAV’s success is reliant on our community.

Best wishes to all as you conclude the 2023 school year, and may 2024 be a happy and safe one for you! 

Jen Bowden,
MAV CEO

The  MAV value your expertise and insights in the field of mathematics education. As we reflect on the recently concluded 2023 VCE Mathematics Exams, we are eager to hear your valuable feedback and gather your ideas for future improvements. 

Our goal is to ensure that the examination experience aligns with the diverse needs of teachers across various sectors, regions, and levels of teaching experience. We invite you to participate in the VCE Maths Exam Feedback Forum, scheduled for Monday 18th December, at the MAV Education Centre, 61 Blyth Street Brunswick, and online. 

Forum Schedule: 
9:00 am: Specialist 
10:30 am: Methods 
12:00 pm: General 
1:30 pm: Foundation 

To ensure a focused and productive discussion, please express your interest in participating by completing the form linked below before Wednesday 13th December. Places are limited, so we encourage you to secure your spot promptly: https://forms.gle/HcZUCXTxPSeCZKmo8 

We are hosting a VCE Conference at the beginning of 2024 and covering Specialist, Methods, General and Foundation Mathematics. 

• Date: 9th Feb, 2024
• Time: 8:30AM - 3:00PM
• Venue: RMIT

This full day VCE mini conference offers 4 streams:  

• Mathematical Methods,  
• Specialist Mathematics, 
• General Mathematics,  
• Foundation Mathematics. 

The day will comprise of the Meet the Assessors lecture/workshop and a SAC information session. The Foundation Mathematics stream will also include a curriculum information session and tips for teaching Foundation Mathematics. 

Further details to come, register now through https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Events 

Regional Conferences:

For all our regional members we currently have two upcoming regional conferences scheduled in for 2024. Please save the date for:

• Bass Coast Regional Tour - hosted at Leongatha Primary School on Friday 8th March
• Bendigo Regional Tour - hosted by Eagle Hawk Primary School on Friday 10th May  

Primary Conference:

MAVMEG24 Transformations: An opportunity to reflect and transform our practice. 

In partnership Melbourne Graduate School of Education 

• Leader’s Day (F – 12) Thursday 20th June 
• Teacher’s Day Friday 21st June

Games Days:

Teachers Games Days in Term 2 In 2024 we will be introducing Games Days for teachers! Watch this space for more information! 

Online Webinars:

We are planning a range of online webinars over 2024, with the goal of meeting specific needs you have shared with us. Term One will focus on elements of effective instructional models and Pseudocode. Dates and registration to be announced before the end of the year.

In school consulting remains at the heart of what we do here at MAV, driving our commitment to empowering educators. If you're eager to explore tailored professional learning experiences, we're ready to bring your vision to life! 

Let's embark on a journey of customised growth and development together - email to connect with Di Liddell at dliddell@mav.vic.edu.au

If you are not already a member, now is the perfect time to explore the countless benefits of joining us for the upcoming year. We have been planning many great professional learning, student activities and resources for members in 2024!

Join an innovative community for mathematics educators, with a mission to challenge the assumptions around how mathematics is perceived in society: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Membership 

If you'd like to advertise a vacancy in your school or business, please check visit our Employee Hub page here

Any questions please get in touch with the MAV Office at office@mav.vic.edu.au

MAVshop is the leading online store for mathematics and numeracy resources.

Resources to advance your career, improve teaching and learning, and to engage students in and out of the classroom.

Numero® Single Pack

400 Numero® Challenges

The World, Not according to Derek Hurrell

Mindset Mathematics Grade 8

Numero® is more than just a card game. It's an invaluable resource for maths educators. Numero® has been designed for use by students of all ages, and assists in developing understanding of numeracy concepts and problem-solving skills.

Ages 6 to Adult 400 Numero® challenges adds a further valuable tool to the classroom use of Numero®. The 400 challenges begin with simple operations and end with complex operations, matched with problem-solving.

The Mathematics Education community was saddened by the sudden loss of Derek Hurrell. Derek had the ability to lift the spirits in a room almost instantly. He was a wonderful educator who left his imprint on thousands of teachers who have passed through his classes at the University of Notre Dame Australia.

Engage students in mathematics using growth mindset techniques. With engaging questions, open-ended tasks, and four-color visuals that will help kids get excited about mathematics.

The Mathematical Association of Victoria. 61 Blyth Street Brunswick, Victoria 3056
Telephone: +613 9380 2399 Email: office@mav.vic.edu.au
MATRIX is an official communication of The Mathematical Association of Victoria. If you have maths education news that you would like included, email submissions to office@mav.vic.edu.au.  Note that inclusions are at the discretion of the editor.

MAV acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

I hope this message finds you well, everyone at MAV is currently brimming with anticipation for the upcoming Annual MAV Conference. As we gear up for this year's event, the enthusiasm is palpable, and we are thrilled to share some exciting updates with you.

This year's conference promises to be an extraordinary gathering, boasting over 930 delegates, 190 presenters, and the participation of 130 exhibitors and sponsors. It's evident that the event will be a hub for professional learning, networking, and collaboration—a testament to the strength of our educational community.

We are honored to announce the inclusion of renowned international presenter Robert Kaplinsky, who will be leading two symposiums in addition to his MAVCon keynotes and workshops, one  at Southern Cross Grammar and the other at VATL in Bairnsdale. This brings a global perspective to Victoria, providing attendees with invaluable insights and enriching their professional experience.

Looking ahead, we are excited to unveil our plans for MAV's 2024 Professional Learning offerings. Anticipate three regional conferences and the Primary Conference scheduled for June. Additionally, make sure to mark your calendars for the VCE Conference at RMIT on the 9th of February—a key date for VCE teachers and leaders.

Furthermore, our commitment to advancing education continues with the ongoing sharing of Department of Education funded projects. The MTQ FLIP Challenges and VCES Coding Challenge are initiatives designed to keep students engaged and challenged. As we approach the end of the school year, these activities offer a fantastic opportunity to wrap up on an engaging and innovative note.

As the 2023 school year draws to a close, I extend my best wishes to all of you!  Here's to wrapping up the year on a high note and embarking on a fruitful planning process for the promising year ahead!

Jen Bowden, MAV CEO

Claire Embregts, MAV Community Manager, is looking forward to engaging and sharing the benefits of joining the MAV Community with attendees at MAVCON next week. Passionate about fostering connections and building solid networks, Claire will provide valuable information about the community and facilitate on-the-spot sign-ups for those eager to become members.

If you find yourself at the conference and share the enthusiasm for community engagement, take the chance to connect with Claire. Head to the MAVshop and discover how you can join this exciting community. Embrace the opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with like-minded individuals who share your interests and passion.

We are hosting a VCE Conference at the beginning of 2024 and covering Specialist, Methods, General and Foundation methematics. All streams will offer Meet the Assessors lectures and SAC workshop. 

Date: 9th Feb, 2024

Time: 8:30AM - 3:00PM

Venue: RMIT

Save the date - more info coming soon!  

Membership Renewals for 2024 have been sent out. If you are not already a member, now is the perfect time to explore the countless benefits of joining us for the upcoming year: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Membership 

If you'd like to advertise a vacancy in your school or business, please check visit our Employee Hub page here. Any questions please get in touch with the MAV Office at office@mav.vic.edu.au

Nov 29, 2023 at 9:00 AM

Mathematics symposium: Equity and Excellence in Mathematics Education -Southern Cross Grammar

Nov 30, 2023 at 6:00 PM

Aussie BBQ Dinner | MAV23 - Aiming High

Nov 30 - Dec 1, 2023 at 8:00 AM

MAV23: Aiming High - Continual improvement in mathematics education

Dec 4, 2023 at 8:30 AM

Mathematics Symposium: Equity and Excellence in Mathematics Education - East Gippsland

Term 4 is perfect opportunity to run a range of engaging and challenging activities with your students. Check out some of the activities your students can participate in below. 

Registrations open

Available to access until end of 2023

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series: Victorian Coding Challenge

Dec 8, 2023 at 9:15 AM

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Maths Games Day Years 5/6 - Blackburn HS

Note: This event is for Government schools only and is free to attend

We are looking for venues to host both MAV and VCES Games Days in 2024. If you are keen on hosting an event or would like to learn more contact us through gamesdays@mav.vic.edu.au 

Looking for ways to enrich your upper primary students’ maths by using the power of sport? Explore the exciting world of NBA Math Hoops, an engaging curriculum and board game specially designed for primary and junior secondary school students. Aligned with the Victorian and Australian Curriculum for levels 4-7, this unique blend of basketball and maths makes learning a slam dunk.

Join The Huddle’s upcoming NBA Math Hoops online training in December to learn best practices and gain access to all the materials you’ll need (including a FREE class set of games) to begin implementing with students in your programs and classrooms in 2024.

NBA Math Hoops Training Session (online)
Thursday 7 Dec
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm AEDT

Don't miss out on this opportunity – register today at https://www.thehuddle.org.au/nbamathhoopsregistration and give your students a maths experience like never before!

Experienced MAV Education Consultants have been supporting schools for over 40 years. Support for both primary and secondary schools is tailored to individual needs. Our experienced team of Mathematics Education Consultants can design a professional learning package to meet your school’s needs as you move towards a revised mathematics curriculum.  From coaching, modelled mathematics teaching, whole staff professional learning meetings, supporting professional learning teams, or work with a cluster of schools within a region, we will tailor a program specifically for you. 

Want a program that caters for your individual school or network? MAV consultants can come to you to work with your students for more information contact us: primary@mav.vic.edu.au or secondary@mav.vic.edu.au

Southern Cross University is introducing a microcredential to help address a critical shortage of maths teachers in our schools

The shortage is especially felt in regional and rural areas where teachers from other disciplines are often called to fill the staffing gap. The new Southern Cross University microcredential upskills these teachers, giving them more confidence in the classroom and more career options in a high-demand discipline

Developed in collaboration with the Mathematics Association of NSW, the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Mathematics (Out-of-Field Teachers) is a 12-week course for registered Primary or Secondary school teachers who will learn how to teach mathematics. The course development was funded by the Federal Government in partnership with the Mathematics Association of NSW & offers discounted tuition fees

Applications are now open for March 2024 - for more info, head to the SCU website.

Free, curriculum-aligned DigiTech resources used by over 100,000 students & 600 teachers Australia-wide. Full ‘classroom-in-a-box’ with everything you need to confidently teach coding from years 5-10. 

CS in Schools, a nonprofit, supports Digital Technologies curriculum in Australia, aiming to engage more students in school coding. Our mission is to boost the number of students pursuing technical degrees and careers.

Resources from Year 5 to Year 10 cover coding basics with block-based and Python, small app development, and pseudocode learning.

By signing up here (it only takes 1 minute!), you and your students will be offered FREE access to world-class digital technology resources. These classroom-in-a-box style resources have been expertly designed and classroom-tested, including everything required for delivery, including fully developed slides, worksheets, activities, worked solutions, and assignments.

If you would like any further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at hello@csinschools.com!

At Felstead Education we love to entertain and amaze students by combining the power of live incursions with the wonder of maths and numbers.

Our fun-filled shows and events are performed live at your school, easy to organise and a great way to engage students in maths.

Choose from The Maths Show, The Amazing Maths Race, The Maths Escape Room, The Maths Mindset Show and more.

Proudly sponsored by The Mathematical Association of Victoria, with discounts available for members.

To find out more, please contact Felstead Education:

Email: info@felstead.com.au

Phone: 0402 223406

Or head to the website: http://www.felstead.com.au/

It was awesome! The performer was engaging and hilarious. The kids loved the show! - Libby Foley, Chevallum State School

MAVshop is the leading online store for mathematics and numeracy resources.

Resources to advance your career, improve teaching and learning, and to engage students in and out of the classroom.

Crash! Boom!

Noni the Pony counts to a million

Mindset Mathematics Grade 7

Mindset Mathematics Grade 8

Follow along as Elephant goes through the ups and downs of creating something new in this charming non-fiction picture book. A lively introduction to essential maths concepts for very young readers.

Noni the Pony has a lot of fun counting everything she sees on a happy summer day! A delightful rhyming story in a beautiful board book edition.

Engage students in mathematics using growth mindset techniques. With engaging questions, open-ended tasks, and four-color visuals that will help kids get excited about mathematics.

Engage students in mathematics using growth mindset techniques. With engaging questions, open-ended tasks, and four-color visuals that will help kids get excited about mathematics.

The Mathematical Association of Victoria. 61 Blyth Street Brunswick, Victoria 3056
Telephone: +613 9380 2399 Email: office@mav.vic.edu.au
MATRIX is an official communication of The Mathematical Association of Victoria. If you have maths education news that you would like included, email submissions to office@mav.vic.edu.au.  Note that inclusions are at the discretion of the editor.

MAV acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

As we find ourselves well into Term 4, we hope everyone is thriving and making the most of the journey.

Last week, we had the pleasure of honouring the Financial Literacy in Practice Challenge Excellence Awards, FLIP and High Distinction awardees, and the National nominees and winners of the 2023 MTQ. The ceremony was hosted in RMIT University's magnificent Storey Hall. 

We would also like to thank our supporters - the Department of Education, RMIT University, Think Square, Casio Education Australia & Kumon Australia & New Zealand.

There are only four more weeks to register for MAV23! By participating in the MAV23 Annual Conference, you can network with professionals, educators, and enthusiasts from your field and beyond, creating connections that benefit your personal and professional growth.

Registrations close Friday, 17th November - take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to gain knowledge, inspiration, and valuable connections. 

To register: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Conference/Annual-Conference 

Lastly, remember to check out our Term 4 journals. You can access them on our website; more information can be found below.

Have a great rest of the week!

Jen Bowden, MAV CEO

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Membership Renewals for 2024 have already been sent to members. If you are not already a member, now is the perfect time to explore the countless benefits of joining us for the upcoming year. We have been planning many great professional learning, student activities and resources for members in 2024! https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Membership 

Complete our short membership survey here - we appreciate your valuable feedback! Go into the running to win a two hour complimentary consulting for your school in term 4.

Nov 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Planning for the revised Victorian Curriculum 2.0 Mathematics F - 10

Nov 30 - Dec 1, 2023 at 8:00 AM

MAV23: Aiming High - Continual improvement in mathematics education

Dec 4, 2023 at 8:30 AM

Mathematics Symposium: Equity and Excellence in Mathematics Education - East Gippsland

Nov 29, 2023 at 9:00 AM

Mathematics symposium: Equity and Excellence in Mathematics Education -Southern Cross Grammar

Nov 30, 2023 at 6:00 PM

Aussie BBQ Dinner | MAV23 - Aiming High

Term 4 is the perfect opportunity to run a range of engaging and challenging activities with your students. Check out some of the activities your students can participate in below. 

Registrations open

Available to access until end of 2023

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series: Victorian Coding Challenge

Oct 30, 2023 at 9:15 AM

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Maths Games Day Years 5/6

Note: This event is for Government schools only and is free to attend

We are looking for venues to host both MAV and VCES Games Days in 2024. If you are keen on hosting an event or would like to learn more contact us through gamesdays@mav.vic.edu.au 

Registrations open

Check for available dates

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Maths Games Days

WANTED! Enthusiastic Grades 5 – 9 teachers to trial our next GOAL! series. This time it is Motorsport inspired STEM lessons designed by teachers for teachers, in partnership with the Mathematical Association of Victoria, The Huddle and, Motorsport Australia.

The recently developed GOAL! lessons are Motorsport themed, STEM-focused learning experiences that use the context of motorsport to engage, excite, and extend the thinking and reasoning of students.

To be a part of the first pilot of our motorsport-themed lessons, contact Dianne Liddell, dliddell@mav.vic.edu.au

Looking for ways to enrich your upper primary students’ maths by using the power of sport? Explore the exciting world of NBA Math Hoops, an engaging curriculum and board game specially designed for primary and junior secondary school students. Aligned with the Victorian and Australian Curriculum for levels 4-7, this unique blend of basketball and maths makes learning a slam dunk.

Join The Huddle’s upcoming NBA Math Hoops online training in December to learn best practices and gain access to all the materials you’ll need (including a FREE class set of games) to begin implementing with students in your programs and classrooms in 2024.

NBA Math Hoops Training Session (online)
Thursday 7 Dec
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm AEDT

Don't miss out on this opportunity – register today at https://www.thehuddle.org.au/nbamathhoopsregistration and give your students a maths experience like never before!

MTQ + FLIP Term4 - Ready to host the Maths Talent Quest (MTQ) at your school? Thanks to the Department of Education, the MTQ and FLIP Challenge are now open for exploration throughout Term 4.

Dive into a world of activities and resources designed to help your students ace their investigations and prepare for the 2024 state-based judging. Unlock the tools you need right here: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Student-Activities/MTQ-and-FLIP-Challenge 

Thanks to the Department of Education's support, we are thrilled to continue to offer stimulating VCES Games Days + Coding Challenges for your high-ability students throughout term 4. Get details on 2023 and 2024 participation here: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Student-Activities/Victorian-Challenge-and-Enrichment-Series

Registration for Stage 2 now open 

Make sure you register for Stage 1 in order to be part of Stage 2 of the challenge! 

Year level categories: Years 5 & 6, Years 7 & 8, and Years 9 & 10 

Target audience: High-ability students. 

Cost: Free of charge for Government Schools

Non-Government schools: 

Up to 10 students - $10 per student

11 - 29 students - $8 per student

30 - 99 students - $7 per student

100+ students - $5 per student

Teachers to register on behalf of their students. Coding kits will be available to access until end of 2023.

Only 4 weeks until registrations close for MAV's 60th Annual Conference!

To check out the brilliant line up and register go to: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Conference/Annual-Conference 

Conference theme is ‘Aiming High - Continual Improvement in mathematics education'.

Date: Thursday 30 November – Friday 1 December 2023

Venue: La Trobe University, Bundoora

To secure your spot and gain access to your preferred keynotes and workshops, we encourage you to register promptly. With the overwhelming interest, seats are filling up fast, and you wouldn't want to miss out on this incredible learning opportunity. Online registration and session selection will close Friday 17 November 2023.

Please note: applications to Exhibit at MAV23 Annual Conference are now closed.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Experienced MAV Education Consultants have been supporting schools for over 40 years. Support for both primary and secondary schools is tailored to individual needs. Our experienced team of Mathematics Education Consultants can design a professional learning package to meet your school’s needs as you move towards a revised mathematics curriculum. From coaching, modelled mathematics teaching, whole staff professional learning meetings, supporting professional learning teams, or work with a cluster of schools within a region, we will tailor a program specifically for you. 

Want a program that caters for your individual school or network? MAV consultants can come to you to work with your students for more information contact us: primary@mav.vic.edu.au or secondary@mav.vic.edu.au

As a token of our understanding of your needs, & considering curriculum revisions, we are pleased to offer a special opportunity in Term 4. We are providing coaching & planning sessions tailored for school leaders or mathematics teams to prepare for the year 2024. You can take advantage of a 90-minute online meeting at a discounted member price of $300 for Term 4 to support your planning endeavours.  

To explore how we can offer unique assistance tailored to your school's specific context, please reach out to us at primary@mav.vic.edu.au or secondary@mav.vic.edu.au

Current vacancies: 

Mathematics Learning Leader

If you'd like to advertise a vacancy in your school or business, please check visit our Employee Hub page here. Any questions please get in touch with the MAV Office at office@mav.vic.edu.au

MAVshop is the leading online store for mathematics and numeracy resources.

Resources to advance your career, improve teaching and learning, and to engage students in and out of the classroom.

Mindset Mathematics Grade 1

Mindset Mathematics Grade 2

Mindset Mathematics Grade 7

Mindset Mathematics Grade 8

Books K-8 available in the MAVshop - engage students in mathematics using growth mindset techniques!

The most challenging parts of teaching mathematics are engaging students and helping them understand the connections between mathematics concepts. In this volume, you'll find a collection of low floor, high ceiling tasks that will help you do just that, by looking at the big ideas at the third-grade level through visualisation, play, and investigation.

During their work with tens of thousands of teachers, authors Jo Boaler, Jen Munson, and Cathy Williams heard the same message - that they want to incorporate more brain science into their math instruction, but they need guidance in the techniques that work best to get across the concepts they needed to teach. So the authors designed Mindset Mathematics around the principle of active student engagement, with tasks that reflect the latest brain science on learning. Open, creative, and visual math tasks have been shown to improve student test scores, and more importantly change their relationship with mathematics and start believing in their own potential.

With engaging questions, open-ended tasks, and four-colour visuals that will help kids get excited about mathematics, Mindset Mathematics is organised around nine big ideas which emphasise the connections within the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and can be used with any current curriculum.

The Mathematical Association of Victoria. 61 Blyth Street Brunswick, Victoria 3056
Telephone: +613 9380 2399 Email: office@mav.vic.edu.au
MATRIX is an official communication of The Mathematical Association of Victoria. If you have maths education news that you would like included, email submissions to office@mav.vic.edu.au.  Note that inclusions are at the discretion of the editor.

MAV acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Welcome to Term 4 we hope you all had a wonderful school holiday and were able to enjoy the fabulous spring weather. 

We value your opinion and want to ensure that our membership services exceed your expectations. That is why we are inviting you to participate in a short survey to share your thoughts and insights on how we can better serve you. How do you feel about MAV's membership services? What can MAV do to enhance your experience? 

Your input is invaluable in shaping our strategic direction for the next two years. There is an exciting opportunity for you to go into the draw to win two hours of complimentary Professional Learning with a MAV consultant in 2024, every week! Congratulations to Pamela Streete from Glenroy West Primary School who won this week, thank you for completing our survey! 

Thank you to those who have already contributed, if you haven’t yet, please take the survey now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LZXR5VP  

This term we welcome Larissa Raymond in her new role as an Education Consultant. Larissa is a passionate educator with over 25 years of experience in the education sector. Since commencing her career as a primary classroom teacher, she has taken on a wide variety of leadership roles.  Many MAV members will know Larissa through her work at  EdPartnerships  where she engaged in long-term learning and mentoring partnerships with school leaders in programs such as Bastow and PMSS.  In 2021 she completed a Master of Education with a minor thesis in learner agency. We welcome Larissa to our team and look forward to seeing how she improves professional learning and student activities offerings. 

Have a great weekend!

Jen Bowden, MAV CEO

Membership Renewals for 2024 will be emailed over the weekend. If you are not already a member, now is the perfect time to explore the countless benefits of joining us for the upcoming year. We have been planning many great professional learning, student activities and resources for members in 2024! https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Membership 

Complete our short membership survey here - we appreciate your valuable feedback! Go into the running to win two hour complimentary consulting for your school in term 4.

Oct 11, 2023 at 4:00 PM

Town Squared: Empowering Minds, Crushing Maths Anxiety

Nov 29, 2023 at 9:00 AM

Mathematics symposium: Equity and Excellence in Mathematics Education -Southern Cross Grammar

Dec 4, 2023 at 8:00 AM

Mathematics Symposium: Equity and Excellence in Mathematics Education - East Gippsland

Nov 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Planning for the revised Victorian Curriculum 2.0 Mathematics F - 10

Nov 30 - Dec 1, 2023 at 8:00 AM

MAV23: Aiming High - Continual improvement in mathematics education

Term 4 is perfect opportunity to run a range of engaging and challenging activities with your students. Check out some of the activities your students can participate in below. 

Registrations open

Available to access until end of 2023

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series: Victorian Coding Challenge

Oct 30, 2023 at 9:15 AM

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Maths Games Day Years 5/6

Note: This event is for Government schools only and is free to attend

We are looking for venues to host both MAV and VCES Games Days in 2024. If you are keen on hosting an event or would like to learn more contact us through gamesdays@mav.vic.edu.au 

Registrations open

Check for available dates

Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Maths Games Days

Oct 31 - Nov 24, 2023 at 9:00 AM

VIC Coding Challenge - Stage 2 - Community Hub at The Docks

Note: COST: Free of charge if enrolled into Stage 1

MTQ + FLIP Term4 - Ready to host the Maths Talent Quest (MTQ) at your school? Thanks to the Department of Education, the MTQ and FLIP Challenge are now open for exploration throughout Term 4.

Dive into a world of activities and resources designed to help your students ace their investigations and prepare for the 2024 state-based judging. Unlock the tools you need right here: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Student-Activities/MTQ-and-FLIP-Challenge 

Our VCE Revision Program is a great way to prepare your students in the last weeks before their upcoming VCE Exams - access 3-6 hours of video clips, segmented by study areas and sub-topics for easy navigation. Learn where students commonly stumble and receive guidance on solving typical exam questions. Gain insights into acing a maths exam and efficient CAS technology usage from experts. Receive a comprehensive revision notes book, engage in interactive quizzes, and participate in exclusive live webinars with VCAA assessors for personalized guidance.

For more information https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Student-activities/VCE-revision-program 

Thanks to the Department of Education's support, we are thrilled to continue to offer stimulating VCES Games Days + Coding Challenges for your high-ability students through out term 4. Get details on 2023 and 2024 participation here: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Student-Activities/Victorian-Challenge-and-Enrichment-Series

Registration for Stage 2 now open 

Make sure you register for Stage 1 in order to be part of Stage 2 of the challenge! 

Year level categories: Years 5 & 6, Years 7 & 8, and Years 9 & 10 

Target audience: High-ability students. 

Cost: Free of charge for Government Schools

Non-Government schools: 

Up to 10 students - $10 per student

11 - 29 students - $8 per student

30 - 99 students - $7 per student

100+ students - $5 per student

Teachers to register on behalf of their students. Coding kits will be available to access until end of 2023.

It is less than 9 weeks until the MAV Annual Conference and we have been busy preparing for this event and have been excited to see registrations flying in!

To check out the brilliant line up and register go to: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Conference/Annual-Conference 

Conference theme is ‘Aiming High - Continual Improvement in mathematics education'.

Date: Thursday 30 November – Friday 1 December 2023

Venue: La Trobe University, Bundoora

To secure your spot and gain access to your preferred keynotes and workshops, we encourage you to register promptly. With the overwhelming interest, seats are filling up fast, and you wouldn't want to miss out on this incredible learning opportunity. Online registration and session selection will close Friday 17 November 2023.

For those interested in exhibition opportunities, act quickly as space is limited - applications close October 17th! 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Experienced MAV Education Consultants have been supporting schools for over 40 years. Support for both primary and secondary schools is tailored to individual needs. Our experienced team of Mathematics Education Consultants can design a professional learning package to meet your school’s needs as you move towards a revised mathematics curriculum.  From coaching, modelled mathematics teaching, whole staff professional learning meetings, supporting professional learning teams, or work with a cluster of schools within a region, we will tailor a program specifically for you. 

Want a program that caters for your individual school or network? MAV consultants can come to you to work with your students for more information contact us: primary@mav.vic.edu.au or secondary@mav.vic.edu.au

As a token of our understanding of your needs, & considering curriculum revisions, we are pleased to offer a special opportunity in Term 4. We are providing coaching & planning sessions tailored for school leaders or mathematics teams to prepare for the year 2024. You can take advantage of a 90-minute online meeting at a discounted member price of $300 for Term 4 to support your planning endeavours.  

To explore how we can offer unique assistance tailored to your school's specific context, please reach out to us at primary@mav.vic.edu.au or secondary@mav.vic.edu.au

Current vacancies: 

VCE Mathematics Teacher

If you'd like to advertise a vacancy in your school or business, please check visit our Employee Hub page here. Any questions please get in touch with the MAV Office at office@mav.vic.edu.au

The Huddle's FREE resources are designed by teachers for teachers, to engage Level 3+ students through the power of sport.

Why not book a free excursion to Game Day?  An immersive AFL-themed excursion, aligned to the Victorian Curriculum, that engages Levels 5 and 6 in STEM through cutting-edge technology. 

Check out the highly engaging fun and innovative sports-themed STEM lessons & resources, aligned with Curriculum & for students in Yrs 3 – 6. 

MAVshop is the leading online store for mathematics and numeracy resources.

Resources to advance your career, improve teaching and learning, and to engage students in and out of the classroom.

One Very Big Bear

Transforming Primary Mathematics

Embedding Formative Assessment - Practical Techniques for F-12 Classrooms

Middle Leadership in Schools, A Practical Guide for Leading Learning

As far as he can tell, Bear is the biggest thing around. He might even be a giant! It's not long before other, smaller animals set him straight in this charmingly illustrated book about counting and relative size. 

Fully updated to reflect the new curriculum, the revised edition of Transforming Primary Mathematics sets out key theories and cutting-edge research in the field to enable teachers to take a fresh look at how they teach mathematics.

Effective classroom formative assessment helps educators make minute-by-minute, day-by-day instructional decisions, but putting it into practice requires both a robust collection of techniques and an understanding of how to use them.

Middle leading refers to those teachers that both teach and have leadership roles, and thus can bridge the gap between the practices of learning and the managemant of schooling. 

The Mathematical Association of Victoria. 61 Blyth Street Brunswick, Victoria 3056
Telephone: +613 9380 2399 Email: office@mav.vic.edu.au
MATRIX is an official communication of The Mathematical Association of Victoria. If you have maths education news that you would like included, email submissions to office@mav.vic.edu.au.  Note that inclusions are at the discretion of the editor.