Ext 6-8 Sampler

ProfessionalDevelopment Teachers receiveprofessional development everydayas they read the scripted lessonplans whichguide students in theuse ofmanipulatives. Theexploration, discovery, and communication of a concept assist both the student and teachershaving varying levelsofmathproficiency. Mathdirectorshave reported teachersusing Extensions gain confidence, enjoy teachingmath more, andareeven comfortable teachinga later grade. Professional TrainingOptions Using theMovingwithMath® LearningSystem, teachers learn todifferentiate instruction basedon test results andparticipatewithhands-onactivities linked to state/national standards. Theseactivities aredesigned tobuild conceptual undersandingof abstract ideas. Seminars share research-based strategies thatwill engage students in successful experiences. 58 Research indicates that “the mathematical proficiency of the teacher is thenumber one indicator of achieve- ment in the students.” “Cumulative andResidual Effects on FutureAcademic Achievement” —Dr.William L. Sanders and JuneC.Rivers WhatTeachers say: “I love the format. It’s soorganized that one is easilyable todoa good math lesson—even theNEW teachers.” WhatDirectors say: “The activities you selectedhighlighted the importance of helping students move from the concrete to the abstract in stages.” “Youmodeleddifferentiationas you tailored each session tomeet the diverseneeds of our participants.” What Students say: “I understandmathbetter.” “I havenever seen thismathbefore, and I get it.” “I likehow it showsme the steps to solvewordproblems.” “This is easier than the regular book tounderstand.”