What is the Maths Pathway Program?
The Maths Pathway program provides a completely individualistic approach to teaching students about mathematics. The Maths Pathway Program provides the tools to develop a growth mindset in all students. By also learning the maths that they are ready for, students are able to grow and experience the feeling of success in mathematics.
How does it work?
Maths Pathway uses advanced diagnostics and ongoing formative assessments to provide granular data on each student’s gaps and competencies. Students are then delivered the content that they’re ready for, building mathematical mastery along a continuum from where they happen to be. That means top achieving students can move beyond the restrictions of aged-based content and students who have previously struggled can master the maths they’re ready for.
How will this Transition to Online Learning?
Your child will be familiar with the Maths Pathway program already and so the transition to online learning has been made simple. Students are still able to access their modules as per the norm and it is still encouraged that students access the “help” feature which allows them to access a video explanation of the skills being developed in that particular module.
Remember your teacher will also be available to help via email, Daymap, web-ex, Google Hangout etc. just make sure your teacher has specified the method they are going to use with you. You will also still undergo regular scheduled testing, allowing for feedback as you go.
How will I know what modules to complete?
This will be provided by your individual teacher. All Swan Hill College maths teachers have a common area that they will want you to work on and so if you are looking for direction please contact your teacher.
How can I complete the testing at home?
In a regular classroom setting, students are given a bi-weekly test that aims to assess the content they have been working on and allows timely and regular feedback sessions to occur. This test normally involves questions that they complete with pen and paper, or questions they complete online via their Maths Pathway portal, or more likely a combination of both. In the case of remote learning:
Students will no longer need a code to access their test. Clicking the 'Start test' button will start it straight away.
Students will have access to 6 modules in their 'Early Access' cycle, allowing more time for test marking.
It is important that each student completes this test independently without help. That means no calculators, online searches (google etc.), summary sheets, or similar. This is so we can be sure that they have truly mastered the content that they have been learning. It's okay to get help to understand what the question is asking, but it's important they students do the work independently.
Please organise a quiet space to focus, free of distractions during the test.
The final step is for students to complete their reflection. They are able to do this as soon as the test is marked, and they don’t need a code.
What if I am having internet trouble and can’t access Maths Pathway?
Swan Hill College will be available for students who cannot access appropriate internet requirements however the work will remain the same.
Alternatively, students can contact their teacher and they will be able to download the PDF version of the work and can email this accordingly. It will be important that you send this back completed to your teacher so that they can provide further work and mark you off as completing that module.
What can I do to access more information?
The first point of call should be the classroom teacher. They will be the primary director of your lessons, feedback and manager of expectations.
If a parent/guardian would like to access their child’s progress this can be done using the student's login details and by clicking the “Parent and Carer” portal at the top right side of the screen.
If you would like more information about the program itself, please access the Maths Pathway "I'm a Parent" fact site available here.
What if I am a student and I have other questions?
Contact your teacher, they will be able to give you further directions and assist you where needed. Make sure you are checking Daymap and your student email account regularly.
Don't be afraid to reach out, we are in this together and if you need help, please ask for it.
