Effective Math Instruction
The image to the left has been adapted from Adding it Up (NRC, 2001) shows that each of the elements of mathematical literacy are interwoven to reach the goal of being mathematically literate. While conceptual and procedural understanding of any concept are essential, they are not sufficient. Being mathematically proficient encompasses all five elements of mathematical literacy. It is the relationships and links between them that underpin mathematical proficiency.
Knowing mathematics does not easily translate to knowing how to teach mathematics.
Our Balanced Numeracy Success Criteria
Created in 2014, but acts as a supporting document when thinking about how your Numeracy Program is set up.