Compressed Math Updates

Teacher Input Compressed Math

The 6/7 Compressed Math course compresses two years of instruction into one year by increasing the pace of instruction and compacting content. To be eligible for this rigorous course, students in addition to a high level of conceptual understanding and content knowledge, should demonstrate characteristics of highly capable math students.

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Is eager to solve challenging math problems (A problem is defined as a task for which the solution is not known in advance.)

Organizes data and information to discover mathematical patterns

Enjoys challenging math puzzles, games and logic problems

Understands new math concepts and processes more easily than other students

Has creative (unusual and divergent) ways of solving math problems

Displays a strong number sense (e.g., makes sense of large and small numbers, estimates easily and appropriately)

Solves math problems abstractly, without the need for manipulatives or concrete materials

Has an interest in analyzing the mathematical structure of a problem

When solving a math problem, can switch strategies easily, if appropriate or necessary

Uses a variety of representations to explain math concepts (written explanations, pictoral, graphic, equation, etc.)

Is able to self advocate (asking questions for clarification of concepts)

Work, communicate, and justify mathematical concepts in creative and intuitive ways, both verbally and in writing

Uses mathematics with self-assurance

Demonstrates age appropriate maturity and responsibility

Is an active participant (has materials ready, listens attentively, asks appropriate questions

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