By: Carol Ann Smyth, Director of Elementary STEM, North Shore Schools, New York When a school or school district adopts a new program, particularly a new elementary math program, the change can have profound impacts on students, teachers, and even …
By: Amy Bilek, K-8 Math Instructional Coach at The Frances Xavier Warde School in Chicago Throughout the last five years, many schools and districts across the United States have adopted or consider adopting “Singapore math.” It is important to know …
By: Amy Bilek, K-8 Math Instructional Coach at The Frances Xavier Warde School in Chicago Having an accurate assessment of students’ comprehension is essential for teachers. However, in 2020, students spent much less time inside the brick and mortar classroom, …
By: Amy Bilek, K-8 Math Instructional Coach at The Frances Xavier Warde School in Chicago Think back to your elementary years: Do you remember flashcards, timed tests, or the Around-the-World math game? Most of us learned our basic addition and …
Comprehending the word problem is half the battle in solving it. Visual models help students find success in understanding and solving word problems.
Math classes should be alive with debate and discussion. Collaboration in Math Class can foster communication and social emotion skills
3 Do’s and Don’ts for Teachers in the Start of the School Year By: Amy Bilek, K-8 Math Instructional Coach Teachers’ choices during the first few weeks of school have a profound impact. These first few weeks are an opportune …
If you haven’t considered math to be a discipline worthy of journaling this blog is built to change your mind. A journal is an excellent tool in nearly any academic endeavor but it’s more than simply a tool. A math …
Role of a Math a Math Coach Amy Bilek-Math Instructional Coach FXW School- Chicago I started a new position this fall, and I feel as if I’ve already learned three years’ worth of information! I’m only months into is my …
Great educators are active in looking at their curriculum and being mindful of what we teach our students. Planning is a constant back and forth of trying to analyze and plan the best lessons while making sure we do not …