The institute opens registration for the January 2026 edition of PAPMEM.
The High School Mathematics Teacher Improvement Program (PAPMEM), one of the most traditional teacher training initiatives in the country, opened registrations this Wednesday (10) for the January 2026 edition. Those interested can apply until January 16, through the IMPA online system.
Created by the mathematician from Alagoas and former director-general of IMPA, Elon Lages Lima, PAPMEM's mission is to strengthen the training of mathematics teachers in basic education throughout Brazil. Run for over 30 years by IMPA, the program reaches thousands of teachers annually from all federative units.
How does the program work?
The activities will take place during the school break, with lectures broadcast on IMPA's YouTube channel. The January edition will run from January 26th to 30th, 2026, covering topics ranging from algebra techniques and solving Olympiad problems to graphs, probability, geometry, and contemporary themes such as applications of artificial intelligence.
Participants must choose one of two options when registering:
- Participation (remote)
The professor follows the classes on IMPA's YouTube channel between January 26th and 29th, solves the six exercises proposed daily, and submits the answers via an electronic form by the end of each day. Those who complete all four forms on time and achieve at least 2/3 correct answers receive a certificate of participation.
- Performance-based participation (hybrid)
In addition to remote activities, the teacher must be present in person at the chosen center to take the exam on January 30th, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. This option guarantees a certificate of participation based on performance.
Local coordinators will send successful candidates detailed information regarding the room, time, and logistics of the assessment.
Programming 2026
This edition of the program will feature classes taught by professors Eduardo Wagner, Paulo Cezar, Rodrigo Villard, Pedro Malagutti, Luciano Castro, Fávia Landim, Humberto Bortolossi, and Carlos Gomes. The topics covered include triangles, sines and cosines; graphs in the Brazilian Mathematical Olympiad (OBMEP); basic algebra: factorization techniques; the “phi-Bonacci” sequence; and more. Check the schedule here.
For over three decades, PAPMEM has established itself as a national benchmark in the continuing education of mathematics teachers, connecting teachers from different regions and promoting the development of up-to-date and effective teaching practices.