3-Day Annual think!Mathematics Institute July 24th-26th, 2019 Experience think!Mathematics through the authors’ eyes. Delve into the critical learning experiences as you plan to make 2019 your best school year yet. Dissect the most successful lesson structure and the educational philosophies behind teaching for long-term understanding through the CPA approach to learning. With hands-on opportunities to (more…)
3-Day Annual think!Mathematics Institute July 24th-26th, 2019 Experience think!Mathematics through the authors’ eyes. Delve into the critical learning experiences as you plan to make 2019 your best school year yet. Dissect the most successful lesson structure and the educational philosophies behind teaching for long-term understanding through the CPA approach to learning. With hands-on opportunities to (more…)
This institute is designed for teachers who have implemented Singapore Strategies in the classroom for at least one year. Topics will challenge all grade levels and equip teachers with ways to meets various student needs within the classroom as they implement the 3-part lesson approach across a variety of concepts. With time to explore the CPA (concrete->pictorial->abstract) approach when working through traditionally challenging topics, teachers are able to immerse themselves in the concepts of math where deepening understanding poses the greatest challenges. Dr. Yeap Ban Har and Sarah Schaefer co-teach this course each summer so that teachers may jump into their fall lessons with renewed enthusiasm for meaningful mathematics instruction.
Students using the think!Mathematics program reinforce the count on strategy. Games/activities can be used during the guided practice part of a lesson. Students are encouraged to count on from the larger number.
A new, exciting and innovative approach to teaching mathematics in the Kindergarten and Prekindergarten years!
You have a unique opportunity to participate in an institute that will introduce you to Mathodology’s brand new curriculum Developing Roots. Work alongside the authors to see how lessons were developed and understand how each supports the ways our young mathematicians think and learn. Each lesson incorporates a three-part format—first, students explore a given task; next, they practice through a hands-on activity; last, they reflect on their learning through the use of a journal.
You’ll see the way lessons spiral and methods are offered in order to develop your own abilities to differentiate tasks to meet every one of your students where they are. Most excitingly, you’ll see how your classroom can transform into an environment filled with inviting activities that inspire the natural curiosity and love for learning mathematics.
Expect to learn new ideas for creating centers and shelf work in your classroom that support and assist in developing an ideal learning culture. You will hear from teachers that are currently working in the program. You’ll study a variety of lesson formats from Small Groups to Whole Group to Partner Work that foster student communication through conversation, collaboration and journaling.
Expect to learn the whys and the hows behind the education of mathematics during the foundational years. Be prepared to take a fresh look at assessment and how to translate student work into evidence of learning. By the end of these three days, you’ll be inspired and excited to apply your new ideas and tools, making mathematics in your classroom come alive for your students.
This institute is designed for teachers who have implemented Singapore Strategies in the classroom for three years or less. Topics will challenge all grade levels and equip teachers with ways to meets various student needs within the classroom as they implement the 3-part lesson approach across a variety of concepts. With time to explore the CPA (concrete->pictorial->abstract) approach when working through traditionally challenging topics, teachers are able to immerse themselves in the concepts of math where deepening understanding poses the greatest challenges. Dr. Yeap Ban Har and Sarah Schaefer co-teach this course each summer so that teachers may jump into their fall lessons with renewed enthusiasm for meaningful mathematics instruction.