Professional Learning Events

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You will find events to suit your needs both face-to-face and virtual learning. Select an event below to find out more.

Problem Strings in a Primary Classroom
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Date(s): 6th Aug 2025
Time: 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Venue: Virtual Learning Session Details and invitation to join the meeting will be provided closer to the date of the event. Online session delivered by MAV
Costs: Members : Free Non-members: $30.00 Members, login now to receive your best price
Description: Problem strings, a carefully crafted sequence of problems, support students in developing deep number sense, efficient strategies, and flexible thinking. This session will demonstrate how to design and implement problem strings that align with the Victorian Mathematics Curriculum, foster mathematical discussion, and promote student agency. Participants will gain practical insights, explore real-world examples, and leave with tools to differentiate learning for diverse student needs. Empower your students to think like mathematicians and make meaningful connections through this dynamic approach. Presenter: Renee is an experienced educator currently working as a Primary Education Consultant with the Mathematical Association of Victoria. With over fifteen years of experience, she has also served as a Numeracy Leader and Deputy Principal in primary schools. Renee holds a Masters in Mathematical Leadership and is dedicated to fostering a growth mindset among both students and teachers. Her thesis was titled “How do Challenging Tasks effect student motivation?” This research gave Renee insight into the power that a robust, supportive and challenging mathematical environment in the classroom can enhance student intrinsic motivation and further support student wellbeing. This research and practise enabled her to develop whole school change in Mathematical content delivery. During her tenure with MAV, Renee has worked in numerous schools across Melbourne, offering her expertise to enhance mathematics education in diverse contexts, catering to the needs of students and staff. Her responsibilities have encompassed professional development, planning support, coaching, and modelling to improve mathematical education. Registrations close Tuesday 5th August, 2025
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Event Booking and Cancellation Policy

Participants who cancel their booking on or prior to the advertised closing date will receive a full refund less the cancellation fee of $35. All cancellations must be in writing and include any documentation already sent out. (Except in the case of illness, a 50% refund is available subject to supply of a medical certificate. The certificate and application for refund must be supplied in writing to MAV within 24 hours after the event.)

NO REFUNDS are available after the advertised closing date as costs will have been incurred and catering booked.

If events are free there is no cancellation fee.