Link to Calculus AB curriculum map
On a daily basis, students using CPM Calculus employ problem solving strategies, question, investigate, analyze critically, gather and construct evidence, and communicate rigorous arguments to justify their thinking. With the CPM instructional materials, students can tackle mathematical ideas set in everyday contexts to help them make sense of otherwise abstract principles. Students are taught how to gather and organize information about problems, break problems into smaller parts, and look for patterns that lead to solutions. Students often learn in collaboration with others, sharing information, expertise, and ideas.
Consistent with the requests we frequently hear from leaders of business and industry, CPM routinely has students solve non-routine problems. That is, students develop their skills of synthesis and analysis so that they can confidently make connections between varied mathematical concepts and deal with problems they have never seen before. Students will build problem-solving strategies that apply to most academic disciplines, the workplace, and daily life.
While students are solving complex mathematical problems, they are communicating their thinking and understanding, both formally and informally, whether they are writing or speaking out loud. Communication helps to clarify students’ thinking, and prepares them for sharing their ideas in professional settings. Communication lets teachers and peers assess students’ thinking and depth of understanding, and provide formal or informal feedback that allows for revision. In turn, all students get the chance to improve the quality of their work.
~ Info from CPM website