Beyond Counting—Build Curiosity!
Presented by: Laurie Boswell, author, Big Ideas Learning
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 1:00 p.m. MDT | Colorado Convention Center, Room 107-109
Discover how Unifix Cubes can support much more than number recognition and comparing quantities.
Financial Algebra: The Perfect 3rd or 4th Year Math Course for All Students
Presented by: Dr. Robert Gerver and Dr. Richard Sgroi, authors of “Financial Algebra: Advanced Algebra with Financial Applications,” Cengage
Thursday, Oct. 29, | 2:30 p.m. MDT | Colorado Convention Center, Room 102
Join authors Rob Gerver and Rich Sgroi for an introduction to the new third edition of “Financial Algebra.”
Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence: The Legacy of Ron Larson's Calculus (1976-2026)
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 4:00 p.m. MDT | Colorado Convention Center, Exhibit Hall, Booth #1545
What began as a single textbook has grown into the foundation of Larson texts and the springboard for Big Ideas Learning. Today, that same commitment to clarity, coherence, and conceptual understanding cascades all the way from higher-level mathematics down to our earliest K–12 learners.
Join us in celebrating this incredible journey—and enjoy a special treat with us as we honor where it all began!
Maximizing the First Five Minutes of Any Math Class with Engaging Period-Opening Activities
Presented by: Dr. Robert Gerver, author, “Financial Algebra: Advanced Algebra with Financial Application,” Cengage
Friday, Oct. 30 | 8:00 a.m. MDT | Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ball 2F
Discover 15 field-tested five-minute warm-up activities designed to make the start of class purposeful and engaging.
A High School Math Teacher's Toolkit: Guided Discovery Lessons That Ignite Student Curiosity and Inquiry
Presented by: Dr. Richard Sgroi, author, “Financial Algebra: Advanced Algebra with Financial Application,” Cengage
Friday, Oct. 30 | 8:00 a.m. MDT | Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ball 1C
This hands-on workshop introduces Guided Discovery, a scaffolded approach that leads students through sequential tasks toward meaningful "Aha!" moments.
Teacher Noticing & Standards for Mathematical Practice: A Powerful Pair
Presented by: Big Ideas Learning
Friday, Oct. 30 | 9:30 a.m. MDT | Colorado Convention Center, Room 103
Discover what happens when teacher noticing meets the Standards for Mathematical Practice and explore practical strategies for using student thinking to guide in-the-moment instructional decisions.
Get Moving, Get Talking: Discussion Routines to Deepen Understanding in AP Calculus and Precalculus
Presented by: Kelly Hemmerling, educator, Milford Valley High School
Friday, Oct. 30 | 2:45 p.m. MDT | Colorado Convention Center, Room 401-402
Explore strategies that surface student thinking, strengthen mathematical language, and give all learners opportunities to contribute in AP Calculus and Precalculus.
