Our Projects
Mindful Mathletes
Inspired by Stanford Graduate School of Education professor Jo Boaler's Mathematical Mindsets, Mindful Mathletes is uniquely designed to foster 4-8th graders' mathematical thinking, problem solving skills, and positive attitudes in math learning. The program aims to nurture growth mindsets and mathematical mindsets in students--positively shaping students' beliefs about their math abilities and their relationship with math. In each meeting, students will collaborate on a fun and challenging math task and explore multiple creative solutions; they will also delve into a fascinating psychology concept behind math learning, such as understanding growth v.s. fixed mindset, depth v.s. speed, etc. The program consists of 12+ detailed lesson plans and engaging presentations.
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View the detailed structure of our workshops here.
Starting in August 2024, Mindset Math partners with National Math Foundation to collaborate on an upcoming math education and research project that integrates physical movement into our current Mindful Mathletes curriculum. We're recruiting high school students as well! The work of an intern involves curriculum design, implementation (with teaching tools provided), and evaluation (data collection + reporting). This opportunity is exclusive to Mindset Math members. Please fill out the interest form or send an email if you're interested!
STEM & Stitches
Where art meets math and science...
STEM & Stitches is a unique educational program blending math, crochet, environmental science, biology, chemistry, engineering, and other subjects. Designed for students in 4th grade and up, the program will teach various topics, such as the magic of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry, the art of crochet, and the beauty and ecological importance of coral reefs. As a final project, students will create posters on their topics of interest and exhibit their crochet work in schools or online galleries, raising awareness about climate change and showcasing the intersection of math, community art, and science. The interdisciplinary program aims to spark the students’ interest in various fields and help them see the interconnections among the fields; meanwhile, the program incorporates sustainable development goals (SDGs) into the instruction. The program's design is inspired by the amazing work of mathematician/artist Daina Taimina and environmental activist Margaret Wertheim.
Meeting with Dr. Taimina!
Around the World in 80 Math Problems
ATWI80MP is a collaborative project between Mindset Math and the National Math Foundation. The goal of the project is to approach math instruction from the an interdisciplinary perspective - one that combines math, literary studies, geography, and history. Integrating kinesthetic teaching strategies, the program actively engages learners in hands-on, playful math activities. Under the guidance and mentorship of educational professionals, high school interns will create movement-based math activity guides embedded in historical and literary contexts—like the life of ancient Greeks and Romans, the building of the Taj Mahal, and the Great Wall of China-featuring real-world and practical scenarios. This project culminates in one or more community events where high school interns use their designed activity guides to teach younger students.
