The YBMA Famous Christmas Quiz

3 December 2019

Branch:  Yorkshire Branch

Title:      The YBMA Famous Christmas Quiz

Date:  Tuesday, 3 December 2019

Time:  7.30 pm

Venue: University of Leeds, School of Mathematics, The MALL , Leeds LS2 9JT

Let's work together: Effective collaboration in the mathematics classroom

3 October 2019

Branch:  Yorkshire Branch

Title:  Let's work together: Effective collaboration in the mathematics classroom

Presenters:  Ems Lord

Date:   Thursday, 3 October 2019

Time:  7.30 pm

Summary:  A talk by the current Mathematical Association President, Ems Lord, Director of NRICH.  In this highly interactive workshop, Ems will share some of her favourite rich mathematical activities, exploring ways to maximise their potential for developing collaborative problem solving skills. During the session, Ems will offer an insider's guide to the NRICH website, including top tips for classes hoping to see their solutions published on NRICH.

Venue:  University of Leeds, School of Mathematics, The MALL , Leeds LS2 9JT

Contact:  To book places and for other enquiries Alan Slomson 

Maths Mashup

8 June 2019

Branch:  Yorkshire Branch

Title:  Maths Mashup

Presenters:  Members of the YBMA

Date:   Saturday, 8 June 2019

Time:   2pm for 2.30pm

Summary:   Members of the YBMA have ten minute slots to show us some mathematics that they find particularly interesting.  We’d love to see you, and if you’d like to share, please feel free to bring some maths along with you.  All welcome – bring your friends.

Venue:   University of Leeds, School of Mathematics, The MALL , Leeds LS2 9JT

Contact:  To book places and for other enquiries Alan Slomson 

The event will be followed by the YBMA AGM for 2019 at about 3.30pm

To Infinity and Beyond

3 April 2019

Branch:            Yorkshire Branch

Title:                To Infinity and Beyond  (Booking for this event is now closed)

Presenter:       Dr Katie Chicot  (Open University/MathsWorldUK)

Date:               Wednesday, 3^rd April 2019

Time:               2.30-3.30pm

Summary:        W P Milne Lecture for Sixth Formers

Venue:             University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT 

Contact:          For more details and to book places for the W.P.Milne lecture and the above options go to www.leeds.ac.uk/festivalofscience and use the online booking form. Enquiries to festivalofscience@leeds.ac.uk

Cost:                Attendance at this lecture is free, but places must be booked in advance.   Booking is now closed.

Enriching the teaching of A-level Statistics: a Study Day for Teachers - CANCELLED

9 March 2019

Branch:            Yorkshire Branch

Event is CANCELLED

Title:                Enriching the teaching of A-level Statistics: a Study Day for Teachers

Presenters:     Stella Dudzic (MEI Currculum Programme Leader), Darren Macey (Framework Developer Cambridge Mathematics)

Date:               Saturday, 9^th March 2019

Time:              11am-3pm

Summary:      Morning Workshop Some Statistical Starters - Stella Dudzic.

                        Afternoon Workshop Statistical Software and Simulation in the Classroom - Darren Macey.

Venue:           University of Leeds, School of Mathematics, Room MALL 1, Leeds LS2 9JT

Contact:         Alan Slomson 

Cost:               £30 (including lunch and other refreshments)

Our Famous Christmas Quiz!

4 December 2018

Branch:          Yorkshire Branch 

Title:                Our Famous Christmas Quiz!

Presenter:       YBMA reps

Date:               Tuesday, 4^th December 2018

Time:               7.30 pm

Summary:       Seasonal refreshments and prizes for all!

Venue:            University of Leeds, School of Mathematics, Room MALL 1, Leeds LS2 9JT

Contact:          Alan Slomson 

Cost: