Save the date:
Preparing the adolescent brain for the "Wicked World"
Presented by Jenny Missen
Thursday, 3 September 2026
This workshop will focus on how to assess students with respect to Motivation and the General Capability of Critical and Creative thinking, as well as guidelines on how students develop and learn these capabilities. Recent research on motivation andanalytical thinking are explored in the context of the students within the teacher'si ndividual classes, as well as the cohort of students at the school in which the teacher(s) attending teach.
Free for CMA individual members. 2 free attendees for institutional members.
Small charge for non-members
2026 Conference Materials
There were many excellent presentations at our recent conference.
You can download some of the presentations and resources.
The CMA is a proud associate member and supporter of ATSIMA - the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mathematics Alliance.
CMA 2026 Individual Membership
Who we are
The Canberra Mathematical Association - together in building a strong community of teachers driving a rich and diverse experience of mathematics in the ACT and surrounding region.
CMA 2026 Institutional Membership
If you are a school or other institution seeking membership, please contact us via email and we will forward you an invoice:
WELCOME TO CMA
Are you...
... a beginning teacher? An experienced teacher? Somewhere in-between?
...teaching mathematics - at any level (F-12)?
...an out-of-field teacher of mathematics?
...juggling the uncertainties and challenges of face-to-face teaching and on-line teaching as we begin the new school year?
...concerned about those challenging students?
...keen to make connections with other teachers?
...wondering how to learn more about best practice?
...seeking supportive and innovative professional learning opportunities?
...wondering about the best resources to use?
Then welcome to the CMA!
Commitment Statement from the Mathematics Associations of Australia
Our responsibility is to drive a cultural shift to make a systematic difference in mathematics education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners. We commit to:
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Truth-telling which recognises the past and builds capacity for the future.
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Building relationships by listening to and learning from and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities.
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Creating sustainable partnerships based on trust and respect.
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Leading and supporting culturally responsive practices.
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Advocating for a shared understanding of success.
In doing so, we agree to be unwavering and accountable in actioning this commitment to achieve positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners.
This commitment statement has been signed by representatives of all state mathematical associations in Australia.