This session will model practical mathematical tasks the presenters have successfully used to foster a culture of mathematical conjecturing, reasoning and justifying. They will talk about the process of ‘letting go’ of control in the classroom to give students agency in approaching their mathematics. Matt and Paul met as classroom teachers in Alice Springs (high school and primary school settings), and have shared resources, ideas and experiences since 2006. Some of their favourite rich tasks will be modelled as if we were in the classroom. Come prepared to be ‘a student’ along with participating in the ‘meta-talk’ of the pedagogical nuances.

Key takeaways:
1. Practical tasks to challenge students’ mathematical thinking.
2. Strategies to vary tasks to raise the challenge.
3. Photos to share with colleagues back at school.