Elementary School Mathematics and the 21st Century Learner Workshop

Competent and confident math students are a reality when we build a strong foundation of deep conceptual understanding blended with computational fluency.
Be prepared to explore instructional strategies which promote interactive classrooms where learners are actively engaged through concrete materials and pictorial representations. Educators will acquire an understanding of the foundational, “big ideas” of mathematics and the pedagogy to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse students.

Discover the exciting world of elementary mathematics where rigorous learning takes place on a daily basis!

In this professional development, participants will:

• Analyze the alignment of standards-based instruction with a variety of effective classroom-ready activities addressing number and operation sense
• Examine the appropriate use of manipulatives, technology and multiple representations to add depth and breadth to the mathematics curriculum.
• Learn to incorporate critical thinking skills, mathematical discourse and problem solving ensuring student success on high stakes assessments