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Option 1: For $78 a year, you will receive one of the following journals in hardcopy and online formats:

Subscription to one school journal — a $33 value

  • Teaching Children Mathematics (Pre-K6)
    Addresses the teaching and learning of mathematics in grades pre-K–6. Features the latest developments in curricula and teaching and offers ready-to-use tips for the classroom. Published August through May with a December/January double-issue.

  • Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School (59)
    Features teaching concepts, issues, and practical ideas for the middle grades. Concentrates on technology in the classroom, assessment, and the use of mathematics in the world around us. Published August through May with a December/January double-issue.

  • Mathematics Teacher (814)
    Focuses on mathematics instruction in secondary schools, two-year colleges, and teacher education institutions. Highlights include practical ideas for more effective teaching and motivation of students, book reviews, technology tips, and research studies. Published August through May with a December/January double-issue.

Option 2: For $105 a year, you will receive the following journal in hardcopy and online formats:

Subscription to the research journal — a $60 value

  • Journal for Research in Mathematics Education
    Reports on the results of major research studies in mathematics education. Provides a forum for disciplined inquiry into the teaching and learning of mathematics at all levels. Published in January, March, May, July, and November.

Each of the above membership options includes the following benefits:

Member Exclusive Online Resources

  • Access to Members Only
    The Members Only area of the NCTM website allows members to access mathematics education activities and resources, including Student Math Notes and ON-Math. Members purchasing an additional print journal subscription can access articles online and view the article archives of that journal.

  • Journal Article Downloads
    Full Individual Members can download up to 5 journal articles per membership year from any NCTM school journal to which they do not already subscribe.

  • Subscription to ON-Math
    NCTM's new online-only school journal presents ideas for teaching and learning mathematics at all grade levels.

  • e-Standards
    e-Standards provides access to the full text of Principles and Standards for School Mathematics, with search capabilities. Electronic examples for each grade band bring the text of Principles and Standards to life with applets and videos.

More Online Resources

  • Reflections
    Reflections will provide the opportunity to view, analyze, and reflect on instructional practices in the teaching of mathematics through video examples. Questions will guide reflection and online discussion.

  • Illuminations
    Illuminations offers resources that illuminate the Principles and Standards, such as interactive applets that help students explore, learn, and apply mathematics; lesson plans; video vignettes of mathematics teaching and learning; categorized and reviewed mathematics Web resources; and more.

  • Figure This!
    Figure This! features mathematics challenges, hints, and solutions for middle-grades children and their families. Family support material includes information on the changes in mathematics education, ideas on how to help with homework, and more.

Conferences and Professional Development

  • NCTM Annual Meeting
    The NCTM Annual Meeting is the world's largest gathering of mathematics educators — an unparalleled professional development opportunity. Whether you're a first-year teacher or a long-time educator, you'll be inspired by your colleagues' experiences and ideas. You'll come away enriched, motivated, and invigorated. NCTM members receive a discount on registration.

  • NCTM Regional Conferences
    Regional conferences are held several times a year throughout the U.S. and Canada. Like the Annual Meeting, they're designed to help educators meet the challenges of teaching mathematics in the twenty-first century. NCTM members receive a discount on registration.

Publications and Resources

  • Subscription to the NCTM News Bulletin
    This informative newsletter is published nine times a year and provides details on Council activities, reports on math education legislation, and articles from the NCTM President.

  • Access to Student Math Notes
    This insert to the NCTM News Bulletin offers ready-to-use mathematics activities for students in grades 5–10; an archive of previous Notes is available online at Members Only.

  • Discounts through the NCTM Catalog
    Take advantage of a 20% members-only discount on a wide variety of books, software, and other resources that cover mathematics education. Request a catalog by calling (800) 235-7566, or shop online.

Affinity Programs

  • NCTM-Sponsored Group Insurance Plans
    The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics believes group insurance is a valuable membership benefit. Why? Because group insurance provides you and your family with important coverage at more affordable rates than similar coverage purchased individually.

  • National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Platinum Visa® Card
    When you carry the NCTM Platinum Visa® card, you'll be carrying the only credit card that supports the largest association dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of mathematics - at no additional cost to you. It's an easy way to show your support, because each time you use your card, a contribution will be made to the NCTM.

Full individual members may enroll in our Multiyear Membership Discount Plan.