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Anderson’s Endless Zeroes

12 Apr 202512 Apr 2025
Who makes the mathematical laws? Autodidact Abraham Lincoln managed to become a lawyer in spite of his lack of a formal education. After serving one term in the US House…

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February 4, 2026
TERC’s Forum for Equity in Elementary Mathematics (free virtual webinar)
“Using Insights about Student Thinking to Shape Classroom Experiences”

March 19, 2026
ATMIM – Diving Deeper

April 2026
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June 2026
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“Data Routines for Upper Elementary (3-5): Slow Reveal Graphs”
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August 4, 2026
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  • “Yes! And!” 10 Oct 2024
  • For Our Math Education Community 29 Sep 2024
  • The Love Graph 17 Jul 2024

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