Welcome to More Than Math
More Than Math is a professional development program that integrates visual art into the mathematics curriculum for 3rd through 8th grades. Developed in partnership with academic math specialists and local school districts, More Than Math uses artwork from the Asheville Art Museum’s Collection to provide students with skills to enhance their creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, and visual literacy. Major support for this project has been received from the Duke Energy Foundation.
Upcoming Workshops
More Than Math (Grades 3–5)
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Calling all 3rd-5th grade math teachers! Spend the day at the Asheville Art Museum making interdisciplinary connections to your mathematics curriculum using works of art. Workshops is led by retired math specialist Randy Harter and visual artist Kenn Kotara. $75 stipend for accepted applicants.
More Than Math (Grades 6–8)
Saturday, May 15, 2021
Calling all 6th-8th grade math teachers! Spend the day at the Asheville Art Museum making interdisciplinary connections to your mathematics curriculum using works of art. Workshop is led by retired math specialist Randy Harter and visual artist Kenn Kotara. $75 stipend for accepted applicants.