Professor Greg Duncan (School of Education, University of California, Irvine)'s presentation on the long-term effects of early math proficiency on student success in secondary and post-secondary education.
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This document discusses using an interactive student response system called iRespond Lite in a 9th grade math class. iRespond Lite allows teachers to poll students and receive immediate feedback using clickers. When used along with an interactive whiteboard, iRespond Lite can be used for formative and summative assessments. The teacher found that using this technology increased student engagement and participation, improved test scores, and decreased behavior problems. Students also enjoyed being able to anonymously answer questions. While the batteries have a short life and replacements are expensive, the teacher feedback on iRespond Lite was overall very positive.
The document outlines the schedule for SATs tests that will take place from May 12-15. It details the subjects and timings of tests for both level 3-5 and level 6 students. The afternoons will involve revision and exercises. Results from previous years show the school outperforming national averages in reading, writing, and maths for levels 4-5. The document also addresses common questions about measuring progress, support for students, and how results will be reported.
Everyday Mathematics was extensively researched and field tested before publication. It uses hands-on activities and problems rooted in children's experiences to build mathematical understanding over time. The program encourages multiple strategies and flexibility. Students engage with math throughout the day, not just in dedicated lessons. Resources are provided for parents to support learning at home and work with teachers.
This document summarizes a survey of job satisfaction levels among teachers in an IT department. The researchers distributed questionnaires to 18 teachers to measure satisfaction on scales of 1 to 5 across internal and external factors. They found that most teachers were dissatisfied, with 8 dissatisfied by external factors and 6 by internal factors. Analyzing the results, they determined that the overall satisfaction level for the department was low, but the difference between internal and external factors was minimal. The researchers were able to complete the survey within their expected timeframe and found that most teachers were cooperative despite busy schedules.
This resume is for Markell Agnew, who graduated from Friendship Collegiate Academy with a 2.01 GPA. He has work experience from 2011-2015 in a summer youth employment program watching children ages 3-5 and stocking beds. His fields of interest include construction, game programming, child care, and customer service. His strengths are being dependable, organized, doing work officially, communicating well, and being self-motivated, while his weaknesses include overthinking, voice projection, going out of his way, being nervous in crowds, and lacking some skills. He provides two references.
Prep Ed is an education program that monitors students' attendance, behavior, and academic performance on a weekly basis. According to the document, Alex Stylia's attendance has improved from 78% to 82% over the last month. His homework and test grades are also strong, with all As reported for recent math assignments and exams in algebra, arithmetic, geometry, and calculus. Prep Ed provides detailed tracking of students' progress across key performance indicators to help support improved learning outcomes.
This document provides teaching ideas and resources for problem solving in the GCSE mathematics classroom. It discusses developing a problem solving environment, asking open-ended questions, modeling problem solving techniques, using diagrams, and the importance of regular mini-tests and recalling basics to help students learn. A variety of problem solving resources and example problems are also presented.
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This document discusses using an interactive student response system called iRespond Lite in a 9th grade math class. iRespond Lite allows teachers to poll students and receive immediate feedback using clickers. When used along with an interactive whiteboard, iRespond Lite can be used for formative and summative assessments. The teacher found that using this technology increased student engagement and participation, improved test scores, and decreased behavior problems. Students also enjoyed being able to anonymously answer questions. While the batteries have a short life and replacements are expensive, the teacher feedback on iRespond Lite was overall very positive.
The document outlines the schedule for SATs tests that will take place from May 12-15. It details the subjects and timings of tests for both level 3-5 and level 6 students. The afternoons will involve revision and exercises. Results from previous years show the school outperforming national averages in reading, writing, and maths for levels 4-5. The document also addresses common questions about measuring progress, support for students, and how results will be reported.
Everyday Mathematics was extensively researched and field tested before publication. It uses hands-on activities and problems rooted in children's experiences to build mathematical understanding over time. The program encourages multiple strategies and flexibility. Students engage with math throughout the day, not just in dedicated lessons. Resources are provided for parents to support learning at home and work with teachers.
This document summarizes a survey of job satisfaction levels among teachers in an IT department. The researchers distributed questionnaires to 18 teachers to measure satisfaction on scales of 1 to 5 across internal and external factors. They found that most teachers were dissatisfied, with 8 dissatisfied by external factors and 6 by internal factors. Analyzing the results, they determined that the overall satisfaction level for the department was low, but the difference between internal and external factors was minimal. The researchers were able to complete the survey within their expected timeframe and found that most teachers were cooperative despite busy schedules.
This resume is for Markell Agnew, who graduated from Friendship Collegiate Academy with a 2.01 GPA. He has work experience from 2011-2015 in a summer youth employment program watching children ages 3-5 and stocking beds. His fields of interest include construction, game programming, child care, and customer service. His strengths are being dependable, organized, doing work officially, communicating well, and being self-motivated, while his weaknesses include overthinking, voice projection, going out of his way, being nervous in crowds, and lacking some skills. He provides two references.
Prep Ed is an education program that monitors students' attendance, behavior, and academic performance on a weekly basis. According to the document, Alex Stylia's attendance has improved from 78% to 82% over the last month. His homework and test grades are also strong, with all As reported for recent math assignments and exams in algebra, arithmetic, geometry, and calculus. Prep Ed provides detailed tracking of students' progress across key performance indicators to help support improved learning outcomes.
This document provides teaching ideas and resources for problem solving in the GCSE mathematics classroom. It discusses developing a problem solving environment, asking open-ended questions, modeling problem solving techniques, using diagrams, and the importance of regular mini-tests and recalling basics to help students learn. A variety of problem solving resources and example problems are also presented.
Unleash the Mathematical Genius in You - Problem Solving MasteryEdzai Conilias Zvobwo
Problem Solving Mastery using Mathematics is a presentation by Edzai Zvobwo revealing best ways of learning and teaching mathematics whilst keeping learners engaged.
The document discusses a wellbeing program called "Check In" implemented at St. Peters College boarding school in Adelaide, Australia. The program involves daily wellbeing surveys of boarding students to monitor their mental health and outlook. Students respond on a scale to 5 statements about optimism, sleep, concentration, peer relationships, and happiness. Responses are anonymous and reviewed by staff to identify any patterns or changes in a student's wellbeing. The program aims to start conversations with students and provide an early indication of any issues, though it cannot replace supervision or be used punitively against students.
This document discusses strategies for empowering all faculty with educational technology adoption. It outlines Tiffany's journey to blended learning and introduces the EdTech adoption curve model. This model identifies five archetypes - Innovators, Early Adopters, Early Majority, Late Majority, and Laggards. For each archetype, it discusses their pros and cons as well as scenario-based challenges and solutions for empowering them in edtech adoption. The overall message is to understand what drives different faculty, recognize the challenges of the adoption chasm, and help each archetype become a positive force in the process.
The document describes interactive math exercises for classroom use that build conceptual understanding of addition and subtraction up to 10. The exercises start simply and become increasingly complex, with each activity building on skills from prior activities. Students work independently through scaffolded exercises, receiving explanatory hints for incorrect answers to help correct misunderstandings before advancing. The goal is for students to have multiple opportunities to master fact families and operations with numbers up to 10 through a variety of exercises.
Connect with Maths Leadership Series: Session 1- the right teamRenee Hoareau
Building culture and capacity to enact the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics presented by Rob Proffitt-White for the Engaging All Students community. The first session will communicate the key factors and pre requisites common to schools successfully implementing elements of the initiative. This session has been designed for school leaders and Mathematics HODs wanting to prioritise numeracy and problem solving.
• Identification and remediation of common resistors
• Strategies for selecting a core key team and setting an agenda
• Valid and rigorous data professional learning communities
To view the accompanying webinar recording and resources please go to the Connect with Maths Engaging All Students community: http://connectwith.engaging.aamt.edu.au
Connect with Maths ~ supporting the teaching of mathematics ONLINE
A math wall is an interactive tool used in elementary classrooms to help students learn math concepts and skills. It displays manipulatives, diagrams, charts, examples of student work and more to focus learning, make connections between content and concepts, and encourage use of academic language. The math wall spirals back to previously taught ideas, assesses skills formatively and summatively, and is placed where students can easily view and interact with it. It includes components like word problems, numbers and operations, algebra, vocabulary and more to promote differentiated instruction.
This document provides information and advice for the CA IPCE Part-1 exam preparation in India. It discusses that the exam has two groups that can be taken together or separately, with Group 1 subjects being easier to score in. It recommends attempting the first group alone as it is achievable in 3 months of self-study and allows for set-off of marks and better articleship opportunities. It addresses common concerns like the impact of missing classes or teacher quality, and suggests referring to ICAI recommended books rather than just class notes to gain a well-rounded knowledge for the exam.
The document discusses mathematics topics for grade 5/6 students, including addition and subtraction with 4 or more digits, place value with numbers over 1 million, and real-life problem solving activities involving estimation. It also mentions teaching multiplication using multiplicative thinking rather than repeated addition, and covers addition/subtraction of fractions and decimals. Place value, efficient mental math strategies, and mathematical modeling are important concepts addressed.
This document outlines a professional development session for teachers on implementing changes to the teaching of mathematics at RPPS. It introduces the "Mathematician's Model" which involves dividing math lessons into four "toolbox lessons" focusing on developing problem solving strategies and mental math skills, and two "Be a Mathematician" lessons using rich, open-ended tasks. Examples of effective rich tasks are provided, emphasizing that they should be problem-based, inquiry-driven, collaborative, and engage students through hands-on experiences. The session celebrates mathematicians as role models and quotes Paul Halmos emphasizing experimentation and problem-solving over memorization of facts.
Mr. Garcia's peer-to-peer focus for the 2005-2006 school year is to involve as many students as possible in homework review. He has students explain homework problems at the board one by one, with another student continuing where the previous left off until the problem is solved. This allows him to evaluate each student's work, check their preparation, and provide feedback to help them understand expectations. The process also emphasizes academic rigor through discussion of problem-solving techniques and holds students accountable through daily grades worth 15% of their quarter grade.
The document provides strategies for maximizing scores on the SAT math section. It discusses the structure of the math test, including three sections of varying difficulty. It emphasizes pacing oneself to miss around 5-6 questions per section. Calculators can only calculate and thinking is required. Common mistakes include careless errors. Guessing can be beneficial if an answer can be eliminated. The strategy of "plugging in" numbers for variables is one of the most powerful techniques, turning algebra problems into arithmetic. Examples are provided to illustrate plugging in.
Greta Siddiqui began her career as a field hockey coach and substitute teacher before becoming a remedial math teacher. Unlike other subjects, math has only one correct answer, so struggling students benefit from practicing skills in order of difficulty, studying sample problems step-by-step in textbooks, and always solving problems on paper to avoid confusion and find mistakes.
This document outlines the expectations and policies for a 2nd grade math class. It discusses the teacher's philosophy of education which is to never stop learning and doing good. It also outlines the attendance policy, grading scale, homework policy, redo policy, and dress code. It concludes with a short activity for students to write sentences about themselves.
A study examined counting patterns in preschool children aged 4-5 years old. The study sought to identify common counting patterns, differences between boys and girls, and errors made. Researchers observed 180 children across public and private preschools in Sri Lanka. Most children could count to 6 correctly but lost sequence thereafter, and some skipped numbers like 7 and 9. Boys and girls showed similar patterns, though boys were slightly more likely to count without sequence. Over 70% counted correctly while 19.4% counted without order and 6.7% did not answer. Pronunciation of number words also needed improvement for some children.
10 lessons learnt in the first ten years of the serious games movement. Sports, Games and Learning – a Serious Games Conference. Internationale filmschule koeln, Cologne, Germany. 17th March 2011.
The document discusses feedback in education. It provides that feedback should be focused on closing the gap between a student's current level and the learning objectives. Feedback should be specific, immediate, and provide students the opportunity to improve. Effective feedback follows a format of asking students where they are, where they are going, and how to get there.
This document discusses using data to improve accountability and engagement with families and communities. It provides examples of data that can be shared with stakeholders, such as achievement, growth, improvement, and acceleration metrics. It also discusses understanding different types of parents and the data they want, such as information on their child's strengths/weaknesses and progress. The document emphasizes transparency, acknowledging failures, and using facts to have productive discussions about school performance and improvement efforts.
4th grade curriculum night classroom 10 11Bret Biornstad
The teacher welcomed parents to the 4th grade curriculum night. They provided an introduction and background about their teaching experience. They outlined the 4th grade curriculum which includes units on math, science, social studies and literacy. Core subjects will focus on key standards and concepts. The teacher explained the school's grading system and policies. Various resources and services were mentioned to support student learning and communication between home and school. Parents were thanked for their attendance.
Unleash the Mathematical Genius in You - Problem Solving MasteryEdzai Conilias Zvobwo
Problem Solving Mastery using Mathematics is a presentation by Edzai Zvobwo revealing best ways of learning and teaching mathematics whilst keeping learners engaged.
The document discusses a wellbeing program called "Check In" implemented at St. Peters College boarding school in Adelaide, Australia. The program involves daily wellbeing surveys of boarding students to monitor their mental health and outlook. Students respond on a scale to 5 statements about optimism, sleep, concentration, peer relationships, and happiness. Responses are anonymous and reviewed by staff to identify any patterns or changes in a student's wellbeing. The program aims to start conversations with students and provide an early indication of any issues, though it cannot replace supervision or be used punitively against students.
This document discusses strategies for empowering all faculty with educational technology adoption. It outlines Tiffany's journey to blended learning and introduces the EdTech adoption curve model. This model identifies five archetypes - Innovators, Early Adopters, Early Majority, Late Majority, and Laggards. For each archetype, it discusses their pros and cons as well as scenario-based challenges and solutions for empowering them in edtech adoption. The overall message is to understand what drives different faculty, recognize the challenges of the adoption chasm, and help each archetype become a positive force in the process.
The document describes interactive math exercises for classroom use that build conceptual understanding of addition and subtraction up to 10. The exercises start simply and become increasingly complex, with each activity building on skills from prior activities. Students work independently through scaffolded exercises, receiving explanatory hints for incorrect answers to help correct misunderstandings before advancing. The goal is for students to have multiple opportunities to master fact families and operations with numbers up to 10 through a variety of exercises.
Connect with Maths Leadership Series: Session 1- the right teamRenee Hoareau
Building culture and capacity to enact the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics presented by Rob Proffitt-White for the Engaging All Students community. The first session will communicate the key factors and pre requisites common to schools successfully implementing elements of the initiative. This session has been designed for school leaders and Mathematics HODs wanting to prioritise numeracy and problem solving.
• Identification and remediation of common resistors
• Strategies for selecting a core key team and setting an agenda
• Valid and rigorous data professional learning communities
To view the accompanying webinar recording and resources please go to the Connect with Maths Engaging All Students community: http://connectwith.engaging.aamt.edu.au
Connect with Maths ~ supporting the teaching of mathematics ONLINE
A math wall is an interactive tool used in elementary classrooms to help students learn math concepts and skills. It displays manipulatives, diagrams, charts, examples of student work and more to focus learning, make connections between content and concepts, and encourage use of academic language. The math wall spirals back to previously taught ideas, assesses skills formatively and summatively, and is placed where students can easily view and interact with it. It includes components like word problems, numbers and operations, algebra, vocabulary and more to promote differentiated instruction.
This document provides information and advice for the CA IPCE Part-1 exam preparation in India. It discusses that the exam has two groups that can be taken together or separately, with Group 1 subjects being easier to score in. It recommends attempting the first group alone as it is achievable in 3 months of self-study and allows for set-off of marks and better articleship opportunities. It addresses common concerns like the impact of missing classes or teacher quality, and suggests referring to ICAI recommended books rather than just class notes to gain a well-rounded knowledge for the exam.
The document discusses mathematics topics for grade 5/6 students, including addition and subtraction with 4 or more digits, place value with numbers over 1 million, and real-life problem solving activities involving estimation. It also mentions teaching multiplication using multiplicative thinking rather than repeated addition, and covers addition/subtraction of fractions and decimals. Place value, efficient mental math strategies, and mathematical modeling are important concepts addressed.
This document outlines a professional development session for teachers on implementing changes to the teaching of mathematics at RPPS. It introduces the "Mathematician's Model" which involves dividing math lessons into four "toolbox lessons" focusing on developing problem solving strategies and mental math skills, and two "Be a Mathematician" lessons using rich, open-ended tasks. Examples of effective rich tasks are provided, emphasizing that they should be problem-based, inquiry-driven, collaborative, and engage students through hands-on experiences. The session celebrates mathematicians as role models and quotes Paul Halmos emphasizing experimentation and problem-solving over memorization of facts.
Mr. Garcia's peer-to-peer focus for the 2005-2006 school year is to involve as many students as possible in homework review. He has students explain homework problems at the board one by one, with another student continuing where the previous left off until the problem is solved. This allows him to evaluate each student's work, check their preparation, and provide feedback to help them understand expectations. The process also emphasizes academic rigor through discussion of problem-solving techniques and holds students accountable through daily grades worth 15% of their quarter grade.
The document provides strategies for maximizing scores on the SAT math section. It discusses the structure of the math test, including three sections of varying difficulty. It emphasizes pacing oneself to miss around 5-6 questions per section. Calculators can only calculate and thinking is required. Common mistakes include careless errors. Guessing can be beneficial if an answer can be eliminated. The strategy of "plugging in" numbers for variables is one of the most powerful techniques, turning algebra problems into arithmetic. Examples are provided to illustrate plugging in.
Greta Siddiqui began her career as a field hockey coach and substitute teacher before becoming a remedial math teacher. Unlike other subjects, math has only one correct answer, so struggling students benefit from practicing skills in order of difficulty, studying sample problems step-by-step in textbooks, and always solving problems on paper to avoid confusion and find mistakes.
This document outlines the expectations and policies for a 2nd grade math class. It discusses the teacher's philosophy of education which is to never stop learning and doing good. It also outlines the attendance policy, grading scale, homework policy, redo policy, and dress code. It concludes with a short activity for students to write sentences about themselves.
A study examined counting patterns in preschool children aged 4-5 years old. The study sought to identify common counting patterns, differences between boys and girls, and errors made. Researchers observed 180 children across public and private preschools in Sri Lanka. Most children could count to 6 correctly but lost sequence thereafter, and some skipped numbers like 7 and 9. Boys and girls showed similar patterns, though boys were slightly more likely to count without sequence. Over 70% counted correctly while 19.4% counted without order and 6.7% did not answer. Pronunciation of number words also needed improvement for some children.
10 lessons learnt in the first ten years of the serious games movement. Sports, Games and Learning – a Serious Games Conference. Internationale filmschule koeln, Cologne, Germany. 17th March 2011.
The document discusses feedback in education. It provides that feedback should be focused on closing the gap between a student's current level and the learning objectives. Feedback should be specific, immediate, and provide students the opportunity to improve. Effective feedback follows a format of asking students where they are, where they are going, and how to get there.
This document discusses using data to improve accountability and engagement with families and communities. It provides examples of data that can be shared with stakeholders, such as achievement, growth, improvement, and acceleration metrics. It also discusses understanding different types of parents and the data they want, such as information on their child's strengths/weaknesses and progress. The document emphasizes transparency, acknowledging failures, and using facts to have productive discussions about school performance and improvement efforts.
4th grade curriculum night classroom 10 11Bret Biornstad
The teacher welcomed parents to the 4th grade curriculum night. They provided an introduction and background about their teaching experience. They outlined the 4th grade curriculum which includes units on math, science, social studies and literacy. Core subjects will focus on key standards and concepts. The teacher explained the school's grading system and policies. Various resources and services were mentioned to support student learning and communication between home and school. Parents were thanked for their attendance.
Ken O'Connor is an educator who has advocated for assessment and grading practices that support student learning. Based on his research and advice, the document discusses five important ideas regarding grading: 1) relating grades to intended learning outcomes, 2) limiting grades to individual achievement, 3) assessing formative work but not including all scores in grades, 4) providing multiple assessment opportunities, and 5) involving students in the assessment process. The document provides examples and discussion of each idea.
This document outlines a data-driven supervisory plan to improve reading proficiency among grade 5 learners. It begins by identifying the focus area and questions. Data is then collected on learners' reading levels, academic performance, and demographics. Analysis found most challenges were learners at frustration reading levels performing poorly in other subjects. Key drivers were identified as poor reading habits, lack of collaboration with families, and need for teacher training. An action plan was created to implement differentiated instruction, reading opportunities, integrate reading across subjects, train teachers, and strengthen existing programs. Progress will be monitored through assessments to determine if the desired changes in reading proficiency have been achieved.
The document provides information for students about graduation requirements and course planning at Kearns High School. It outlines the core credits needed in subjects like English, math, science, and social studies. It also lists required classes in areas like physical education, health, financial literacy, and career and technical education. The document answers common questions about credit requirements, course options that fulfill each category, and overall credits needed to graduate. Counselors are available to assist students with individual graduation planning and meeting with their advisors to complete a registration card.
Schools have reduced variance for disadvantaged students in several ways:
1. Providing individual and small group tuition in core subjects, extending the school day, and supporting attendance and enrichment activities.
2. Implementing vertical tutoring and regular progress checks to identify students needing extra support.
3. Deploying teaching assistants based on biweekly progress discussions.
4. Consulting students to understand different obstacles faced in each year group.
5. Hiring parent support staff to address non-academic barriers.
6. Creating after-school study areas and intervention programs in English as an additional language.
7. Prioritizing social/emotional support and counseling before focusing on academics.
Schools have reduced variance for disadvantaged students in several ways:
1. Providing individual and small group tuition in core subjects, extending the school day, and supporting attendance and enrichment activities.
2. Implementing vertical tutoring and regular progress checks to identify students needing extra support.
3. Deploying teaching assistants and reducing class sizes to enable 1:1 intervention.
4. Consulting students, staff, and parents to understand obstacles and tailor support for different year groups.
5. Appointing support staff to address social, emotional, and non-academic barriers to learning.
6. Holding frequent progress discussions to monitor impact and adjust support in real-time.
This document outlines Keith Elementary School's plan to improve students' mathematical problem solving proficiency through continuous improvement efforts from 2012 to 2015. The plan focuses on developing students' ability to make connections in math problems. Initial data analysis identified connections as an area of weakness. Steps taken include setting a SMART goal, implementing formative assessment practices like using learning targets and feedback, and providing targeted instruction with resources like problem-solving lessons and math notebooks. Analysis of benchmark, MEAP, and other test data shows progress towards the goal, with mathematical proficiency increasing across grades and subgroups over the two-year period.
The document discusses reforms aimed at improving learning around the world. It notes that expectations for learning have changed and now emphasize skills like collaboration, problem solving, and lifelong learning. However, 20th century teaching methods are not adequate to meet 21st century demands. Effective teachers engage students in active learning and continuously assess student work. The highest achieving nations invest heavily in teacher training and collaboration. Standards and assessments should focus on higher-order thinking skills rather than memorization. Overall, the document advocates for reforms that strengthen teaching quality through professional learning opportunities.
The keynote presentation at a mathematics conference addressed several issues:
1) National attainment in mathematics has risen but problem solving skills are lacking.
2) Pupils' achievement declines at successive key stages, and gaps remain between disadvantaged students and peers.
3) Teaching quality varies significantly both between schools and within schools, with conceptual understanding and problem solving underemphasized. The presentation aimed to help attendees identify priorities to strengthen mathematics teaching and learning at their schools.
Modern Learning Theories and Mathematics Education - Robert SieglerSTEM Summit
- The document discusses applying theories of numerical cognition from developmental psychology research to improving mathematical understanding in low-income preschoolers. It describes research showing that playing number board games can help form linear representations of numerical magnitudes and improve skills like number line estimation, number comparison, counting, and numeral identification. The research found benefits for both numerical knowledge and skills from playing the number board game compared to a color board game.
1) The document discusses strategies to improve student success in developmental education courses. It notes that around half of community college students and one-fifth of four-year college students require remedial courses, and fewer than one in four students who take developmental courses complete a degree.
2) One strategy discussed is course acceleration, which uses multiple measures like noncognitive assessments and placement test scores to potentially place some students directly into college-level courses rather than developmental prerequisites. The SuccessNavigator assessment provides schools with noncognitive data to help identify students who may be misplaced and could succeed if accelerated.
3) A case study is described that found students who were accelerated based on their SuccessNavigator results in addition
Although the vast majority of American parents believe their child is performing at or above grade level, in reality two-thirds of U.S. teenagers are ill-prepared for college when they leave high school.
Why this enormous disconnect? Could it be that test scores signaling that kids are “less than proficient” don’t register with parents because they conflict with the grades on their child’s report card?
Richard H. Balomenos was a mathematics teacher who promoted changing math instruction from rote skills and practice to problem solving. He believed mathematics teachers can accomplish great things if they focus on engaging students in interesting problem situations that build understanding rather than passive symbolic manipulation. The document discusses how teaching for understanding involves students making meaning and transferring skills to new situations. It notes how current math instruction leaves many students unprepared and recommends reforming instruction to actively engage students in learning mathematics with depth of understanding.
This document provides information for parents of students in Year 8 at Roding Valley High School. It summarizes the school's vision of developing students with high aspirations, respect, and a drive to achieve their best. It outlines the school's academic focus on consistency, differentiation, and challenging all students. Key staff supporting students are introduced, along with exam dates and expectations for student independence, homework, and goal-setting. Support for student well-being, behavior, and safeguarding are also discussed.
This document summarizes a presentation about preparing elementary school teachers to understand elementary mathematics. It discusses how elementary mathematics concepts can be complex and how focusing on children's mathematical thinking can help prospective teachers (PSTs) engage more deeply with mathematics. The presentation addresses four principles: 1) How students typically learn mathematics is problematic, 2) Learning concepts is more powerful than procedures, 3) Students' reasoning is varied and complex, and 4) Elementary math is not as elementary as assumed. Research found PSTs who learned about children's thinking improved their math knowledge and developed more sophisticated beliefs than those who did not.
This study aims to determine the effects of collaborative learning techniques on mathematics achievement among Grade 10 students at San Vicente National High School. Specifically, it seeks to identify students' demographic profiles, examine the connection between collaborative learning and math achievement, compare effects across demographic groups, and understand how collaborative learning strategies impact student achievement in mathematics. The study aims to provide insights on improving math instructional methods to boost student performance.
This document discusses strategies for teaching academic learning and motivating students. It covers motivating students through TARGETT goals like task motivation and teacher expectations. It also discusses building student confidence, showing the value of learning, and keeping students focused on tasks. The document provides strategies for teachers to encourage motivation and thoughtful learning in students.
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How to Build a Module in Odoo 17 Using the Scaffold MethodCeline George
Odoo provides an option for creating a module by using a single line command. By using this command the user can make a whole structure of a module. It is very easy for a beginner to make a module. There is no need to make each file manually. This slide will show how to create a module using the scaffold method.
The simplified electron and muon model, Oscillating Spacetime: The Foundation...RitikBhardwaj56
Discover the Simplified Electron and Muon Model: A New Wave-Based Approach to Understanding Particles delves into a groundbreaking theory that presents electrons and muons as rotating soliton waves within oscillating spacetime. Geared towards students, researchers, and science buffs, this book breaks down complex ideas into simple explanations. It covers topics such as electron waves, temporal dynamics, and the implications of this model on particle physics. With clear illustrations and easy-to-follow explanations, readers will gain a new outlook on the universe's fundamental nature.
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Walmart Business+ and Spark Good for Nonprofits.pdfTechSoup
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You will hear from Liz Willett, the Head of Nonprofits, and hear about what Walmart is doing to help nonprofits, including Walmart Business and Spark Good. Walmart Business+ is a new offer for nonprofits that offers discounts and also streamlines nonprofits order and expense tracking, saving time and money.
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
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'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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The Long Reach of Early Math Skills - Professor Greg Duncan
1. The Long Reach of
Early Math Skills
Greg J. Duncan
School of Education
University of California, Irvine
2. How important are K-5 math
skills for completed schooling?
How important are school-entry math
skills for school achievement?
How important are adolescent
math skills for labor market
success?
3. Skills and Behaviors
Achievement Engagement Problem Behaviors
Description: Concrete math
and reading skills
Ability to control
impulses and
focus on tasks
i) Ability to get
along with
others
ii) Sound mental
health
Example test
areas or
question
wording:
Knowing letters
and numbers;
beginning word
sounds, word
problems
Can’t sit still;
can’t concentrate;
score from a
computer test of
impulse control
i) Cheats or tells
lies, bullies, is
disobedient at
school
ii) Is sad, moody
4. Skill and behavior gaps between high- and low-income
kindergarteners
+106
+53
-27 -30
-100
Kindergarten gap 5th grade gap
Math
achievement
Mental
health
problems
Anti-social
behavior
School
engagement
Source: Early Childhood Longitudinal Study – Kindergarten cohort.
5. Skill and behavior gaps between high- and low-income
kindergarteners and fifth graders
+106
+53
-27 -30
+121
+59
-42 -31
-100
Kindergarten gap 5th grade gap
Math
achievement
Mental
health
problems
Anti-social
behavior
School
engagement
Source: Early Childhood Longitudinal Study – Kindergarten cohort.
6. How important are school-entry
math skills for school
achievement?
How important are K-5 math skills
for completed schooling?
How important are adolescent math
skills for labor market success?
7. Effects of school-entry skills and
behaviors on later achievement
Mental health
Reading
Math
Engagement
Anti-social
0
0 10 20 30 40
8. Effects of school-entry skills and
behaviors on later achievement
Mental health
Reading
MathEngagementAnti-social
0
0 10 20 30 40
9. Kindergarten teaching – hours/wk
All teachers
Teachers in low-
income schools
Reading 4.9 5.0
Math 3.1 3.1
10. Kindergarten student mastery vs.
time spent teaching
Mastery by Fall K
Basic Counting
& Shapes
95%
Patterns &
Measurement
62%
Place value &
Currency
25%
Addition &
Subtraction
7%
11,517 students 2,176 teachers
11. Kindergarten student mastery vs.
time spent teaching
Mastery by Fall K
Mean Days/Month
spent teaching
Basic Counting
& Shapes
95% 12.70
Patterns &
Measurement
62% 7.68
Place value &
Currency
25% 8.61
Addition &
Subtraction
7% 4.38
11,517 students 2,176 teachers
12. Instruction time and math achievement
-.041
+.065
0
Basic math Advanced math
Mathlearninginkindergarten
All students Low-income students only
Source: Claessens and Engel (under review)
Basic math
instruction time
Advanced math
instruction time
13. Instruction time and math achievement
-.041
+.065
-.029
+.056
0
Basic math Advanced math
Mathlearninginkindergarten
All students Low-income students only
Source: Claessens and Engel (under review)
Basic math
instruction time
Advanced math
instruction time
14. How important are school-entry
math skills for school
achievement?
How important are K-5 math skills
for completed schooling?
How important are adolescent math
skills for labor market success?
15. Effects of K-5 skills and behaviors on
completed schooling
0
0 10 20 30
16. Effects of K-5 skills and behaviors on
completed schooling
Anxiety Reading
Anti-social
Attention
Math
0
0 10 20 30
17. How important are school-entry
math skills for school
achievement?
How important are K-5 math skills
for completed schooling?
How important are adolescent math
skills for labor market success?
19. Effects of adolescent skills and behaviors
on earnings
Anxiety Reading
Anti-social
Attention Math
0
0 10 20
20. Why math?
(preliminary)
• Structural story:
• teachers and schools provide extra
opportunities for early math achievers?
• moderate math skills keeps kids out
of special education?
21. Why math (con’t)?
• Motivational story:
• Math feedback is very concrete?
• Kids who don’t master math don’t
think they are good at math or good at
school?
22. Summary
• Early math is surprisingly important
• Kindergartent teachers spend much
less time on math than reading
• Early math instruction is geared toward
skills kids already know
• Math is also highly predictive of
completed schooling and earnings