Post on 26-Dec-2015
International Parent Education Seminar
Kay SammonsJohn SanGiovanni
Evening Outcomes•What do we teach in Elementary Mathematics?•What are the changing expectations of
assessment?•How are we supporting family and community?
HCPSS Vision & Mission
VisionEvery student is inspired to learn and empowered to excelMission
We cultivate a vibrant learning community that prepares students to thrive in a dynamic world
http://www.hcpss.org/vision
Goal 3 FAMILIES and COMMUNITY
Families and the community are engaged and supported as partners in education.
Elementary Mathematics Curriculum• Prepares students for secondary mathematics courses• Prepares students to be college and career ready• Aligns with Maryland’s College and Career-Ready and Common Core Standards
What is Common Core?
• State-led effort to improve college and
career readiness for Math and EnglishLanguage Arts
• Designed by educators • Designed to bring Focus, Coherence,
and Rigor into the classroom
http://www.corestandards.org/
Big Ideas about Math Grades K - 2
• Number and place value
WHAT WE LEARN
• Number and place value• Addition/Subtraction
Big Ideas about Math Grades K - 2
WHAT WE LEARN
• Number and place value• Addition/Subtraction• Basic facts
Big Ideas about Math Grades K - 2
WHAT WE LEARN
• Number and place value• Addition/Subtraction• Basic facts• Measurement
Big Ideas about Math Grades K - 2
WHAT WE LEARN
• Number and place value
WHAT WE LEARN
Big Ideas about Math Grades 3 - 5
• Number and place value• Multi-digit computation
Big Ideas about Math Grades 3 - 5
WHAT WE LEARN
• Number and place value• Multi-digit computation• Measurement (area, perimeter, volume)
Big Ideas about Math Grades 3 - 5
WHAT WE LEARN
• Number and place value• Multi-digit computation• Measurement (area, perimeter, volume)• Fractions / Decimals
Big Ideas about Math Grades 3 - 5
WHAT WE LEARN
Developing Math Behaviors…
1. Solve problems2. Reason about numbers3. Communicate ideas4. Represent understanding5. Use tools when needed.6. Be accurate (with numbers and words)7. Look for and use patterns
Mathematics Instruction
• Build skills and understanding across grade levels
• Learn more about less
• Work with numbers easily
• Understand and apply
• Use math in the real world
Changing Expectations for InstructionUnderstanding Concepts AND
Understanding Procedures
Math ideas are not always recorded the same way…
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14
In the U.S. this fraction is written:
Some countries write this fraction:
35
412
Which fraction is greater?
€
35
x1212
€
412
x55
3660
2060
>
We can find a common denominator or cross multiply and compare products.
Procedure:
35
412
Which fraction is greater?
We can use benchmarks such as to compare fractions.
Concept:
€
12
35
412
Which fraction is greater?
Concept:
is a little more than . is a little less than .
€
35
€
12
€
412
€
12
35
412
Which fraction is greater?
Concept:
So, is greater than .
€
412
€
35
We can use benchmarks such as to compare fractions.
35
412
Which fraction is greater?
Concept:
€
35
is a little more than . is a little less than .
So, is greater than .
€
35
€
12
€
412
€
12
€
412
€
35
Which fraction is greater?
We can cross multiply and compare products.
Procedure:
1418
1420
14 x 20 25214 x 18280 >
1418
1420
Which fraction is greater?
We have the same number of pieces for both fractions.We can think about the size of the pieces.18ths are a bit larger than 20ths so 14/18 is greater than 14/20.
Concept:
Let’s do some math…
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2nd graders solving the same problem
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You may have noticed…• Students found solutions mentally• Students had different ideas for computation• Students used the strategy that was best for
them• No student had to use a specific strategy• Students thought flexibly about the numbers• Students could explain their thinking
Changing Expectations: Assessment
What Is PARCC?
The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers: Made up of 19 states Developing common, high-quality
Math and English Language Arts (ELA) tests for grades 3–11Computer-based and linked to what students need to
know for college and careers For use starting in the 2014–15 school year
From www.parcconline.org
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How Will PARCC Be Different?
Students: Will know if they are on trackto graduate ready for college/careers
Teachers: Will have access to timely data to guide learning and instruction
Parents: Will have clear and timely information about student progress
States: Will have valid results that are comparable across borders
From www.parcconline.org
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Unlike many current tests, PARCC tests will be engaging
and will test the critical-thinking and problem-solving skills students need to succeed
in school and life.
How Will PARCC Be Different?
From www.parcconline.org
Math: Grade 4 Sample Item of the Past
Each bus holds 65 people each. How many people do 8 buses hold?
57 peopleA.
73 peopleB.
520 peopleC.
650 peopleD.
Math: Grade 4 Sample Item of the PastThe side of a square is 20 feet. What is the area of the square?
40 ft2A.
80 ft2B.
200 ft2C.
400 ft2D.
The perimeter of a rectangle is 28 inches. The length is 9 inches. What is the width?
4 inchesA.
5 inchesB.
10 inchesC.
17 inchesD.
Supporting Our Children
Navigating the Site
What Your Child Will Learn• skills/concepts taught
• vocabulary• activities at home
• links for games
Mobile Apps
Resources for Parents• Vision 2018
• Information about Common Core• Books
SMART PAGEShttp://smart.wikispaces.hcpss.org
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Where can I get more information?
• http://www.corestandards.org/• http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/
MSDE/programs/ccss/• http://www.nctm.org/• http://www.pta.org/
common_core_state_standards.asp• https://smart.wikispaces.hcpss.org/
SMART+Pages
Questions
Frequently asked questions
• How are students identified for GT?• When is GT testing?• What if my student is not in an above-grade
level class in primary grades?• What should we do in the summer to support
our students?