About The Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers
Who is AAMT?
The Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers is the nation’s premier organisation of mathematics educators. It aims to:
- support and enhance the work of teachers;
- promote the learning of mathematics; and
- represent and promote interests in mathematics education.
It is a federation of associations of teachers of mathematics from all Australian States and Territories and has around 5000 individual and institutional members.
What does AAMT do?
- Publishes hard copy and electronic newsletters for members.
- Publishes three refereed journals (available by subscription), as well as other books, statements and conference proceedings.
- Provides selected Australian and international mathematics education resources through its mail order catalogue.
- Acts as a consultant and lobbyist on mathematics education issues.
- Conducts and supports a variety of projects and activities.
- Facilitates the professional networking of teachers and educators.
- Conducts national conferences.
- Advocates the development and use of its Standards for Excellence in Teaching Mathematics in Australian Schools.