It is a misconception that math is a “universal language.” Monolingual math assessments often obscure the mathematical abilities of multilingual students, perpetuating inequitable outcomes. This session, aligned with the Curriculum and Instruction strand, empowers educators to recognize and dismantle linguistic barriers that limit access to rigorous mathematics. Through collaborative analysis of math assessments and exploration of equitable instructional strategies, participants will learn how to design linguistically accessible tasks that honor students’ diverse identities. Attendees will leave equipped to implement practices that advance TODOS’s mission of ensuring high-quality, equitable mathematics education for all learners.
