Constructing Mathematical Minds Family Math Night February

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1 Constructing Mathematical Minds Family Math Night February

2 Tonight s Agenda Parent Night Format: Introductions Whole Group Presentation (time) Building Foundational Pathways - WHY? Mathematical Practices A Quick Look at the SBAC Edison Elementary Grade Level Break-Out Sessions TK - 1 go to Room go to room go to room 25 2

Math in the 21st Century Success in the 21st century requires: Problem Solving & Critical Thinking Creativity & Innovation Communication & collaboration Technology Math Education has changed to:

3 Math in the 21st Century Success in the 21st century requires: Problem Solving & Critical Thinking Creativity & Innovation Communication & collaboration Technology Math Education has changed to: Conceptual Understanding Flexibility with numbers Rigorous work requiring critical thinking Various problem solving strategies Collaboration to solve problems Communicate math reasoning Perseverance through rigorous problems 3

4 Why Change? A recent Harvard Study found: U.S. ranked 25th among 34 countries in mathematics Just 6% of U.S. students performed at the advanced level on an international math exam administered in 56 countries This performance is lower than 30 other countries Experts reported that low performance and slow progress in math could threaten our economy In the future, students will be competing for jobs in a global market Source: Huffington Post, July 23, 2012 U.S. students Still Lag Behind Foreign Students: Schools Make Little Progress in Improving Achievement 4

5 What is Common Core Math? Shift 1: Shift 2: Shift 3: Shift 4: Shift 5: Shift 6: FOCUS - depth & breadth COHERENCE - build on previous lessons FLUENCY - speed and accuracy DEEP UNDERSTANDING - no tricks APPLICATION - know when and how to use it DUAL INTENSITY - practice & understanding 5

Common Core Math Standards The Common Core Standards for Math Instruction Creating globally competitive, flexible thinkers CCSS-M provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are

skills and conceptual understanding Math is no longer disconnected pieces, but rather a set of major concepts that get built upon at each grade level Rigor (Conceptual, Procedural, and Application

6 Common Core Math Standards The Common Core Standards for Math Instruction Creating globally competitive, flexible thinkers CCSS-M provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn with a shift in expectations: Focus on DEPTH, not breadth Coherence Across Grade Levels Fewer concepts per grade level, allowing for deeper, more focused learning Balance between skills and conceptual understanding Math is no longer disconnected pieces, but rather a set of major concepts that get built upon at each grade level Rigor (Conceptual, Procedural, and Application Increased rigor, requiring higher cognitive demand Builds a foundation for real world application Not just what s the right answer, but rather how & why do I know my answer is correct, with speed & accuracy, in a real-world setting 6

and relations Skill in carrying out procedures flexibly, accurately,

7 The 3 Layers of Rigor in Mathematics Conceptual Understanding Procedural Fluency Comprehension of mathematical concepts, operations, and relations Skill in carrying out procedures flexibly, accurately, efficiently, and appropriately Application Knowing how and when to apply a concept 7

8 Mathematical Practices

9 Standards for Mathematical Practices The Standards for Mathematical Practice describe varieties of expertise that mathematics educators at all levels should seek to develop in their students. Common Core State Standards, page 6 9

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11 The Traditional Math Classroom 11

12 The Common Core Math Classroom Students frequently work together. 12

13 The Common Core Math Classroom Students use technology. 13

14 The Common Core Math Classroom Students are engaged in active learning. 14

15 The Common Core Math Classroom Students dig more deeply into concepts and their misconceptions about them. 15

16 CST Testing -vssbac Testing

17 Traditional CST Problems Solve. a. b. c. d. 3⅚ + 7⅙ 10 ⁴/₆ 11 ⁶/₆

18 Current CAASPP Sample Problem 18

19 CAASPP Assessment Smarter Balanced Assessments make use of computer adaptive technology Smarter Balanced Assessments include: Short constructed responses Extended constructed responses Performance tasks that allow students to complete an in-depth project that demonstrates analytical skills and real-world problem solving. Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium, SBAC ( Assesses the full range of the CCSS and the Standards for Mathematical Practices 19

20 How can you help your child in math? 20

21 Parents...the Supportive Role Before a child s performance (test) or school day: Have fun! Learn all that you can. Do your best always. I love you! After a child s performance (test) or school day: Did you have fun? I m proud of you! I love you! Six simple words parents can express to a child at any time: I love to watch you learn! 21

22 Remember... Profound mathematical learning hinges on: Building conceptual knowledge Understanding WHY procedures work Knowing various strategies Making connections Perseverance in problem solving Allowing children to learn to think critically 22

23 TK - 1 go to Room 5 Room Assignments 2-3 go to room go to room 25 23

ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW Student Packets and Teacher Guide. Grades 6, 7, 8

ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW Student Packets and Teacher Guide Grades 6, 7, 8 2015 To help you more fully understand the assessments, extra commentary for each slide is located at the bottom of it. Some Terms Formative