WestEd mathematics education experts will present at the 2025 MAA MathFest at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento, CA on August 6–9, 2025.
This conference, hosted by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA), brings together mathematics education leaders, practitioners, and researchers to explore new and emerging mathematical trends. WestEd will lead or co-lead six sessions, drawing on more than 20 years of experience in math education practice and research.
In addition to paper sessions, town halls, and panel discussions focused on topics like GenAI and mathematics teaching, mathematics education policy, and the future directions for mathematics education, WestEd will host a free, interactive lunch for families, educators, developers, and researchers following the JRMF at MathFest event on Saturday, August 9th.
View more details about WestEd’s sessions at MAA MathFest below.
Attending the Julia Robinson Math Festival at MathFest?
Join us for a free, math-filled lunch!
Date: Saturday, August 9th
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: MAA MathFest, Meeting Room 9/10
WestEd Presentations
August 7, 2025
Future Directions for Mathematics Education Research, Policy, and Practice
Time: 2:30–3:20 PM
Location: Meeting Room 3
This town hall will highlight findings from the Future Directions convening, sharing key recommendations in three areas: K–12 teacher preparation, undergraduate mathematics education, and K–12 career pathways. Participants will hear from education leaders and partners in policy, industry, and curriculum about a shared vision for progress and how to address current challenges in math education. Attendees will have the chance to engage with the report’s recommendations and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Organizers: Catherine Paolucci (Mathematical Association of America), Ann Edwards (WestEd)
August 8, 2025
Future Directions for Mathematics Education Research, Policy, and Practice
Time: 8:00–9:50 AM
Location: Ballroom B4
Building on the town hall, this session will support participants in developing actionable strategies aligned with the Future Directions report. Emphasis will be placed on building initiatives across teacher preparation and early undergraduate instruction. Participants will engage in collaborative planning focused on innovative solutions made possible by emerging technologies and new data resources.
Note: Registration required.
Organizers: Catherine Paolucci (Mathematical Association of America), Ann Edwards (WestEd)
Redesigning Mathematics and Statistics Curricula in the Age of AI-Driven Computing
Time: 1:00–3:15 PM
Location: Ballroom B3
This session features strategies for incorporating AI tools into mathematics education, including classroom applications and curricular redesign. Presenters will explore instructional uses of AI and how departments are embedding computational thinking and AI into course outcomes.
Sponsor: SIGMAA on Mathematics Instruction Using the Web (SIGMAA WEB)
Transformative Orientations toward Partnering with GenAI: Insights from Innovative K–12 Teachers
Time: 1:40–1:55 PM
Presenters: Drew Nucci (WestEd), Ann Edwards (WestEd), Sarah Nielsen (WestEd)
Math Meets Policy: Advocating for Change Panel Discussion
Time: 2:00–3:20 PM
Location: Ballroom B1
Learn how federal policy is shaping mathematics education and research. Panelists will share updates from Washington, covering topics such as research funding, immigration policy for scholars, and open-access publishing.
Panelists: Michael Pearson (Mathematical Association of America), Tara Holm (Cornell University), AJ Stewart (AAAS Executive Fellow), Ann Edwards (WestEd)
Moderator: Karen Saxe (American Mathematical Society)
Organizers: Karen Saxe (American Mathematical Society), Tyler Kloefkorn (American Mathematical Society), Catherine Paolucci (Mathematical Association of America)
Collaborative Partnerships for Equitable Mathematics Learning: Research and Practice
Time: 4:00–5:55 PM
Location: Meeting Room 2
Explore research and real-world applications that support the development of instructional materials through collaborative partnerships. Presentations will focus on how cross-sector teams are addressing instructional equity through co-designed math materials.
Organizers: Ann Edwards (WestEd), Phil Vahey (Menlo Education Research)
Measuring Math Motivation (M3): A Research-Practice Partnership to Support Middle School Math
Time: 5:20–5:35 PM
Presenters: Taunya Nesin (WestEd), Mingyu Feng (WestEd), Sarah Nielsen (WestEd), Rachel Lee (WestEd), Abbe Cart (Kiddom)