Universal mathematics instruction starts with the Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T) Standards for Mathematics, which includes the essential understandings in the Access Points, supporting all students.
Instructional problem-solving and design within the Florida Math Formula for Success includes data analysis on students’ mathematics skills, as well as universal instruction that dynamically adapts to differences in each student’s learning profile.
Number Sense and Operations
Algebraic Reasoning
Geometric Reasoning
Data Analysis and Probability
Mathematical Thinking and Reasoning
The B1G-M assists educators with instructional planning and implementation through the identification of Standard and Benchmark specific learning components and recommended student and teacher actions during a learning activity.