Math Language Routines

An Asynchronous Deep Dive into Stanford's 8 Math Language Routines

Welcome to the SVUSD Module for Math Language Routines. To complete this professional development module, read, explore, or watch each resource linked below.

An Introduction to Math Language Routines

Math Language Routines are included in the Imagine Learning math curriculum to advance the development of math language. They are frequently called out in lesson activities. These Routines can be implemented whole group, even if you have students in your classroom that are not Multilingual Learners (ELs). Much like phonics instruction, it is helpful for all students and not harmful to any.

Read about Stanford University's 4 design principles for promoting mathematical language use and development in classrooms.

Watch 4:20 to 23:00 of this Achieve the Core Webinar (2018).

Read 1 of the following 2 sources.

Read about Developing the Math Language Routines to foster student participation through language, practices and content.

There are 8 Math Language Routines, developed by Stanford University, that are embedded throughout the program. Read this blog to learn about these routines.

Math Language Routines in Imagine Learning

Take a look at which Math Language Routines are specifically called out in your grade level curriculum. Math Language Routines not called out for your grade level can still be implemented by the teacher.

Zooming In on the 8 Math Language Routines

Based on the grade level chart (linked above and in image to the right), choose 2 or 3 Math Language Routines to focus on as the school year begins. Do a deep dive by clicking on those specific MLR links below.

MLR 1

Stronger & Clearer

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 1: Stronger and Clearer Each Time.

MLR 2

Collect & Display

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 2: Collect and Display.

MLR 3

Critique, Correct, & Clarify

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 3: Critique, Correct, and Clarify.

MLR 4

Information Gap

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 4: Information Gap.

MLR 5

Co-Craft Questions & Problems

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 5: Co-Craft Questions and Problems.

MLR 6

Three Reads

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 6: Three Reads.

MLR 7

Compare & Connect

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 7: Compare and Connect.

MLR 8

Discussion Supports

Click here to learn more about Math Language Routine 8: Discussion Supports.

Want to Learn More?

Complete this Google Form to request support in implementing the Math Language Routines.

Assess Your Knowledge: Click here to see if you are ready to implement Math Language Routines in your classroom.

Reflect

How will you use the Math Language Routines to support the mathematicians in your classroom? How will this look at your specific grade level?

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