NCTM Membership

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

NCTM Membership provides access to journals, digital archives, classroom resources, an online member community, discounts, and grants for math educators.

Target Customer

{"K-12 math teachers","mathematics educators","math education researchers","pre-service teachers / students pursuing mathematics education"}

Key Differentiator

The world's largest mathematics education organization, founded in 1920, offering a comprehensive suite of journals, resources, and professional development.

Implementation Timeline

Value is available immediately upon membership enrollment; resources and archives accessible online after joining/renewing.

Pain Points

1Need reliable access to current mathematics education research and practitioner-focused resources
2Desire for ongoing professional development and collaboration with peers
3Access and affordability barriers to conferences, books, and classroom resources

Key Features

1Journals: Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching PK-12; Journal for Research in Mathematics Education; Mathematics Teacher Educator
2Digital archives and online access to journals
3Illuminations: 700+ classroom lessons searchable by standards
4MyNCTM online community
5Classroom resources library and discounts
6Grants and funding opportunities (20+ grants)
7Discounts on books, e-books, and conference registrations
8Conferences: NCTM Annual Meeting & Exposition; Regional Conferences; Institutes

Target Customer Industries

1Education

Client Results

1Improved teaching practices and student learning outcomes
2Access to research, best practices, and professional networks
3Enhanced professional development opportunities and resource library

Competitive Advantages

1Largest math education organization in the US/Canada with broad resource offerings
2Extensive journals and classroom resources plus Illuminations and online community
3Membership tiers with packaging of journals, discounts, and access
4Grants and funding opportunities to support classroom practice

Key Benefits

1Access to three main journals and digital archives

2700+ Illuminations lessons and classroom resources

3Active online community and professional development

4Discounts on books, conference registrations, and store purchases

5Grant opportunities and funding for classroom practices

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Membership program offering access to mathematics education journals, digital archives, classroom resources, a professional online community, discounts on store and conference registrations, grants, and professional development opportunities for math educators.

Target Market

Math teachers, mathematics educators, researchers, and pre-service teachers in PK-12 (and higher education) seeking resources, research access, professional development, and community.

Unique Value Proposition

A comprehensive, membership-based ecosystem backed by the world’s largest math education organization, blending journals, classroom resources, digital tools, community, and grants designed specifically for math educators.

Technical Requirements

Online access via the MyNCTM member portal; login is required; some content is provided in digital-only formats.

Pricing Model

{"Essential: $99/year; first-time members introductory price $59/year for two years","Premium: $157/year; includes access to JRME and MTE archives and more","Student: $49/year; digital journals access and regional conference registrations","Emeritus: $49/year (premium benefits) for members 62+ with 15 years of membership"}

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