Connect with EDC’s Johannah Nikula and Kate Coleman at the 2025 Association of Teachers of Mathematics in New England (ATMNE) Conference.
The ATMNE Conference brings together mathematics educators from across New England to share innovative teaching practices and engage in professional learning focused on improving math education for all students.
Throughout the conference, EDC’s Johannah Nikula and Kate Coleman welcome conversations about Visual Access to Mathematics (VAM) and EDC’s broader work in supporting equitable mathematics teaching and learning.
Session
Supporting English Learners/Multilingual Learners in the Mathematics Classroom: Evidence-Based Strategies
Date & Time: Friday, October 31 | 9:40–10:30 a.m.
Presenters: Robin Moore, Rachel Saunders, Johannah Nikula, and Kate Coleman
This interactive session will highlight research-based strategies that make mathematics instruction more accessible and engaging for English learners and multilingual learners. Participants will leave with practical tools and insights for creating inclusive learning environments that support all students in developing mathematical understanding.
Visual Access to Mathematics
EDC’s Visual Access to Mathematics (VAM) helps educators use visual representations and language-rich strategies to deepen all students’ math learning.
Learn more about VAM Professional Learning and how EDC supports educators in building equitable and engaging mathematics classrooms.
Be sure to say hello to Johannah and Kate, ask questions, and explore how EDC’s initiatives are helping educators strengthen mathematics instruction across New England.
Johannah Nikula, mathematics education expert and author, leads a body of research that advances knowledge of how to make engaging, rigorous mathematics accessible to all learners.
With over 20 years of experience in mathematics education, Kate Coleman develops innovative curricula and professional learning resources that foster engaging, rigorous math and computer science learning for all students.