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Yen-Hansen Learning Centre is a North Burnaby mathematics learning centre founded by Dr. Lily Yen and Dr. Mogens Lemvig Hansen. The centre focuses on mathematics, calculus and physics for students from Grade 4 through university level. Its teaching model uses small classes, individualized assignments and original learning materials designed by the instructors. The centre emphasizes mathematical understanding, reasoning and independent problem solving rather than memorizing procedures alone. Its website explains that many students attend because they want a greater challenge than their regular school mathematics provides. Students work on foundational concepts such as fractions, ratios, decimals and percentages as well as more advanced material, with customized assignments that allow them to explore topics in greater depth. The centre has operated since 1996 according to its official website. Families should contact the instructors to confirm current enrolment, class schedules, fees and teaching-location details.
Teaching approach: The centre designs its own materials and emphasizes deep conceptual understanding, creative problem solving and independent mathematical thinking. Its small-class format allows students to work on individualized assignments and explore mathematical ideas beyond the pace of regular classroom instruction.
Yen-Hansen Learning Centre offers in-person small-class mathematics instruction in North Burnaby. Contact the centre directly for current class location and enrolment details. The youngest grade explicitly advertised is Grade 4. Class times vary by placement. Contact the centre for current schedules and availability.
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The centre is led by two mathematics PhD holders with university teaching and mathematics education experience. Dr. Lily Yen holds a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania, completed postdoctoral work at the University of Waterloo and has taught at institutions including Capilano University and SFU. Dr. Mogens Lemvig Hansen holds a PhD in mathematics from the University of Pennsylvania, with university teaching experience including Wilfrid Laurier University and SFU. The founders were involved in Canadian International Mathematical Olympiad team training in 2003 and 2007.
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