A “Number Talk” is a research based strategy that focuses on developing student number sense. Through classroom discussion, students engage with numbers in flexible and creative ways.In the Number Talks module, participants will take an introductory look at this instructional strategy and will determine where it fits within grade level standards. Participants will leave with an initial action plan of how to start implementing Number Talks through Dot talks.
Number Talks 2.0 is a follow up module that focuses on planning and implementing number talks into your instruction. After implementation, time will be given to discuss and reflect on the experience with other educators. In the final lesson, participants will look at how to make Number Talks accessible to all.
Looking at your grade level framework and standards is the best place to start when planning and evaluating the content for a Go Math lesson. In this module we will look at the critical areas of instruction for your current grade level and how your current grade level fits in the vertical coherence of mathematical concepts. This badge is a great opportunity for new teachers, teachers who have moved grade levels, or teachers that are looking to better understand the math concepts of their current grade level.
This follow up badge will dive deep into one domain for your current grade level. We will look at what rigor in mathematics means and how it can support deeper thinking. Participants will explore Webb’s Depth of Knowledge using the Cognitive Rigor Matrix as it relates to mathematics. Using the Go Math curriculum, participants will explore the three aspects of rigor and evaluate how to best provide students with a balance of each.
Throughout the ST Math modules, participants will explore resources that connect ST Math games to math concepts, help monitor student progress, and explain how to use ST Math in the classroom as a powerful instructional tool to facilitate learning.
Khan Academy is a supplemental math program that allows you to assign specific content in the form of instructional videos, instructional articles, and practice exercises. Learn how to use these resources to differentiate for your students by creating mastery goals and assignments at your student's individual level. Additionally, learn how to use class and student data to identify gaps in student understanding and formatively drive instruction in your classroom.
In these modules, after covering the basics of how to create a class and add/delete a student from your class, we will explore the types and purposes of digital assignments and reports in the Go Math curriculum. We will also learn how personalized learning can be achieved through blended learning and by creating groups, modifying PMT assignments, and differentiating assignments for each group. Finally, we will look at ways to evaluate and possibly rearrange the curriculum based on the standards.
In Problem Solving 1.0, we will be looking at the standards of mathematical practice and how they promote critical thinking and problem solving skills for students. Participants will have the opportunity to look at strategies that open spaces and support students engagement in the math curriculum. This course will also cover the Three Reads and numberless word problem strategies that support all students in making sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
In Problem Solving 2.0 focuses on planning and facilitating a problem solving lesson. Participants will read, Orchestrating Discussions, an article that will highlight a five practices model for meaningful classroom discussions around problem solving. The emphasis of this badge will be on steps one and two, anticipating and monitoring student solutions. We will practice planning and anticipating solutions with students. Through this experience, participants will gain practice in understanding student solutions to guide instruction. This will support teachers in choosing students work samples for a sharing discussion.