This interactive professional development workshop is designed for educators seeking to enhance student engagement and motivation in the math classroom. Participants will explore a variety of effective strategies and fun games that can be seamlessly integrated into math instruction, sparking excitement and fostering a love of learning among students.
In this session, we will explore why tricks can be problematic, identify common tricks used in grades 5-8, and discuss better strategies for fostering deep mathematical reasoning. Participants will leave with practical techniques and resources to replace tricks with true understanding.
This session aims to provide educators with a comprehensive understanding of the vertical alignment of equations and inequalities from kindergarten through Algebra 1. Participants will explore how these concepts are introduced, developed, and mastered across different grade levels, ensuring a cohesive and progressive learning experience for students.
Dive into the world of algebraic thinking with this hands-on professional development session for educators of grades 5 through 8. This workshop focuses on using manipulatives and models to make equations and inequalities accessible and engaging for students. By integrating tangible tools, you can bridge the gap between abstract concepts and real-world understanding.
This professional development session aims to align Pasadena ISD's Mathematics P3 Instructional Strategies with the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) rubric. Participants will explore how these strategies can be effectively implemented to build a strong foundation in mathematics instruction and meet the T-TESS standards.
This session aims to provide educators with a comprehensive understanding of the vertical alignment of proportionality from 3rd grade through Algebra 1. Participants will explore how these concepts are introduced, developed, and mastered across different grade levels, ensuring a cohesive and progressive learning experience for students.
Dive into the foundational practices of Building Thinking Classrooms with this professional development session focused on Toolkit 1. Designed for educators looking to foster a more engaging and collaborative learning environment, this session will provide practical strategies and insights from the first three chapters of Peter Liljedahl's influential book.
Empower your teaching with the ability to provide immediate, visual feedback to students using conditional formatting. This professional development session is tailored specifically for educators who want to enhance their classroom practices by leveraging conditional formatting in spreadsheets. Learn how to create dynamic, visually engaging feedback mechanisms that help students understand their progress and areas for improvement instantly.
In this engaging professional development session, math educators will explore effective strategies to help students decode word problems and justify their reasoning using the Pasadena ISD Problem-Solving Model. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with techniques to support students in breaking down complex word problems and articulating their mathematical reasoning with confidence.
Dive into the foundational practices of Building Thinking Classrooms with this professional development session focused on Toolkit 1. Designed for educators looking to foster a more engaging and collaborative learning environment, this session will provide practical strategies and insights from the first three chapters of Peter Liljedahl's influential book.
