by John Mighton: learn more about JUMP Math's background and philosophy
John Mighton, JUMP Math's founder, wrote The Myth of Ability: Nurturing Mathematical Talent in Every Child in 2003. It explores his work and teaching approach, as well as the development of the JUMP Math program.
Interested in training in the JUMP Math Method? JUMP's next Teacher Professional Development session is this June in Toronto: Our June session is now full! Check back here periodically for information on future PD sessions.
Do you have a JUMP Math story? Tell us!
"My students are "at-risk" and in danger of not graduating from high school. I am writing to you to tell you how amazed I am by their growth in self-confidence after only 3 weeks into the chapter! Every student has completed every page with 100 percent acuracy. Wow! I read John Mighton's book and wondered if JUMP really worked the way he described. It does. Without a doubt. Very exciting program! "
—Connecticut Teacher, November 2004