Math Proficiency can be defined by the Standards for Mathematical Practice
As we continue to chat about math proficiency, let’s add the Standards for Mathematical Practice into the mix. In the previous episodes we’ve chatted about the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency, now let’s dive into the SMP!
In this episode you will learn:
- What the standards for mathematical practice are & are not
- How we can use them to define proficiency
- Ways to incorporate Standards for Mathematical Practices into your teaching!
Does this sound like you?
As a teacher I was always so overwhelmed with how much information there is out there. It was so difficult to prioritize which was most important. I spent so much time learning about my curriculum I was never sure if I should be reading other sources, too. Let me tell you that the Standards for Mathematical Practice are worth your time. Spending just a few minutes to think about them will help you evaluate the structures of your classroom & your math block. In fact, that’s how I structured my math block– to reflect these practices.
Books Mentioned in the Episode:
📗Adding it Up https://amzn.to/3FzM4as
📘Children’s Mathematics Cognitively Guided Instruction https://amzn.to/3FzLMQU
📙Principles to Action: Ensuring Mathematical Success for All https://amzn.to/42o816h
📕5 Practices for Orchestarting Math Discusions https://amzn.to/3zagEEl
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
🤍Middle Web Article about moving from the “WHAT” to the “HOW”
🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions
🤍SUPER helpful document from AchieveTheCore
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