Successfully Orchestrating Mathematics Discussions in Your Elementary Classroom
Mathematical discussion ("maths talk") has been identified as the primary vehicle for developing students' conceptual understanding of mathematics. Yet despite the importance of discussions to student learning, teachers face many challenges when facilitating mathematics discussions. This book provides a framework for "maths talk" with guidance, ......
Successfully Orchestrating Mathematics Discussions in Your High School Classroom
Enhance your fluency in the five practices-anticipating, monitoring, selecting, sequencing, and connecting-to bring powerful discussions of mathematical concepts to life in your high school classroom.
All On-Your-Feet Guide orders receive FREE SHIPPING! Use code SHIPOYFG at check out. Productive mathematics discussion or "math talk" starts with clear learning goals, the right task, and good planning. It also makes room for student thinking and collaboration to take center stage, leading students to deeper learning of mathematics. Teachers find that following the five practices of anticipating, monitoring, selecting, sequencing, and connecting has maximum impact on student learning in an inquiry-oriented mathematics classroom. This On-Your-Feet-Guide provides: A brief look at each of the five practices for orchestrating productive mathematics discussions Key questions, tools, and challenges for each practice to consider as you plan and carry out your mathematics lesson Special considerations and helpful hints to think about as you troubleshoot your lessons and assess your implementation of the practices A focus on supporting equity and identity Brief videos with additional commentary from authors and teachers about each of the five practices On-Your-Feet Guides (OYFGs) provide you with the ultimate "cheat sheet" to implement effective change in your classroom while in the moment of teaching. Designed for accessibility, and providing step-by-step guidance, the OYFGs are written by experts who take research-based practices and make them doable for the busy teacher. Each On-Your-Feet Guide is laminated, 8.5"x11" tri-fold (6 pages), and 3-hole punched. Use On-Your-Feet Guides * When you know the "what" but need help with the "how" * As a quick reference to support a practice you learned in a PD workshop or book * To learn how to implement foundational practices * When you want to help your students learn a specific strategy, routine, or approach, but aren't sure how to do it yourself
This bundle includes The Five Practices in Practice, Elementary and the new On-Your-Feet Guide to Orchestrating Mathematical Discussions. Combined, this package becomes your go-to resource for content study and easy in-class implementation of The Five Practices in your elementary classroom.
Successfully Orchestrating Mathematics Discussions in Your Middle School Classroom
Enhance your fluency in the five practices-anticipating, monitoring, selecting, sequencing, and connecting-to bring powerful discussions of mathematical concepts to life in your middle school classroom.
