Workshops

Ignite Problem Solving in Every Student.

What is Lesson Study?

Lesson Study is a hands-on professional learning opportunity designed for educators who want to grow their craft together. Each session revolves around a specific theme, with a focus on student learning and teacher growth. Dr. Yeap Ban Har leads the research and instruction throughout the workshop, guiding the process as both the expert and the teacher who models each lesson. Participants aren’t just watching from the sidelines—they’re an active part of every step.

In this workshop, you’ll:

• Work as a team to design a lesson
• Observe students as they experience the lesson in real time
• Analyze and reflect on what you see, always circling back to the core theme

Why Participate in Lesson Study?

This isn’t your typical professional development. You’ll learn directly from Dr. Yeap Ban Har and Sarah Schaefer, gaining practical insights you can actually use. Then, you’ll have the chance to see these ideas play out in the classroom and reflect on what works. The aim isn’t perfection—it’s about digging deeper into what makes for powerful math teaching. Lesson Study connects educational research with classroom practice, helping you sharpen your approach and make a lasting impact on your students.

What to Expect

Collaborative PlanningYou’ll join forces with other educators to craft meaningful math lessons, drawing on the latest research.

Classroom ObservationWatch as one teacher leads the lesson and others observe how students respond—especially when they hit problem-solving moments.

Reflect and AdjustTake part in a cycle of feedback and revision, zeroing in on strategies that boost student participation and learning.

Evidence-Based PracticeTry out approaches that have been proven to strengthen students’ problem-solving and mathematical thinking.

Why Choose [Math]odology’s Lesson Study?

• Designed to foster real-world problem-solving skills in elementary students
• Led by renowned experts: Dr. Yeap Ban Har and Sarah Schaefer
• Filled with practical methods you can use right away
• Supportive, collaborative environment for learning

Meet Your Instructors

Dr. Yeap Ban HarInternationally recognized in math education and curriculum development, Dr. Yeap has played a pivotal role in advancing Singapore Math and teacher training worldwide.

Sarah SchaeferAs Mathodology’s founder and CEO of think! Mathematics, Sarah helps teachers move beyond isolated math topics, connecting hands-on activities and symbolic models so students understand concepts deeply.

If you’re ready to take your math instruction to the next level and empower your students as confident problem solvers, this workshop is for you.

Perfect for grade 1-5 math teachers, instructional coaches, and anyone passionate about student success in math.

Developing Students’ Problem-Solving Skills

Mathodology’s two-day Lesson Study Workshop for Grades 1-5 is an immersive experience focused on helping teachers develop effective problem-solving strategies. You’ll engage with research-backed methods, collaborate on lesson design, and reflect on what happens in the classroom—all through the lens of lesson study and effective math teaching. This is ideal for educators looking to deepen their approach and inspire student learning.

How Lesson Study Works

Our Lesson Study begins with participants diving into research to frame their approach. Together, teachers design a lesson, intentionally building in strategies—“triggers”—that prompt students to engage in problem solving. As the lesson unfolds, one teacher leads while the others observe, watching closely for how students respond. The team then gathers to reflect, tweak the lesson, and try again. This cycle of research, planning, observation, and reflection helps teachers fine-tune their moves and nurture students’ mathematical thinking.

Workshop Structure

Getting Ready

1. Welcome to Lesson Study 2025
2. Introduction to [Math]odology
3. Why think! Mathematics?
4. Checklist and Key Moments
5. Pre-Study Research and Reading
6. Resources

Day 1

1. Lesson Study Overview and Research Theme
2. Collaborative Lesson Planning - Grade A
3. Lesson Observation
4. Reflection and Analysis
5. Lesson Revision - Grade A
6. Second Lesson Observation
7. Final Reflection and Toolkit Creation

Day 2

1. Research Refresh
2. Collaborative Lesson Planning - Grade B
3. Lesson Observation
4. Reflection and Analysis
5. Lesson Revision - Grade B
6. Second Lesson Observation
7. Findings Summary

Join Lesson Study 2025

• Price: $799.00
• Includes 1 year of access
• Start learning right away

More About Your Instructors

Dr. Yeap Ban HarDr. Yeap is a leader in Singapore Math and curriculum design, with extensive teaching and lecturing experience worldwide. He’s played a key role in shaping math education practices and supporting teacher development at top institutions.

Sarah SchaeferAs the founder of Mathodology and CEO of think! Mathematics, Sarah specializes in making math instruction approachable, collaborative, and effective for teachers and students in all kinds of schools. Her mission: to make math meaningful and engaging for everyone.

Ready to experience a new kind of professional growth? Reserve your spot in the [Math]odology Lesson Study Workshop and help your students thrive in math.