Transcript ASFMS Mathematics Overview

ASFMS
Mathematics Overview
Since 4  2 , is x  y for all valuesof x and y?
2
4
y
x
Grade Level ExpectationsMathematics Strands
 Number and Operation
 Geometry and Measurement
 Functions and Algebra
 Data, Statistics, and Probability
GLEs Across Grade Levels
 The GLE stem stays the same across grade levels.
What changes is the depth to which the stem is
developed, and what specific skills and concepts are
addressed. (see handout)
 At times this has led to the perception that the same
things are being taught each year. It is more likely that
the instructor is referencing previously taught material
to build upon that prior knowledge.
Major Units by Grade Level
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
•Data Around Us
•Bits and Pieces
•Covering and
Surrounding
•Variables and Patterns
•Stretching & Shrinking
•Filling & Wrapping
•Comparing & Scaling
•Moving Straight Ahead
•Samples & Populations
•Thinking with
Mathematical Models
•Say It With Symbols
Distribution of Emphasis
Approximate Distribution of Emphasis
2 (3)
3(4)
4(5)
5(6)
6(7)
7(8)
Number and
Operations
55%
50%
50%
45%
30%
20%
Geometry and
Measurement
15%
20%
20%
25%
25%
25 %
Algebra and
Functions
15%
15%
15%
15%
30%
40%
Data, Statistics, &
Probability
15%
15%
15%
15%
15%
15%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
2(3) indicates end of grade 2 tested beginning of grade 3
Program & Resources
 Use a combination of the Connected Math Project -
CMP(concept focus), Glencoe series (skill focus), and
other supplements
 We are in the process of updating the Glencoe series to
include online components and multimedia capabilities
to better model difficult concepts.
Dana Center
 University of Texas
 Working in a cohort with South Kingstown and W.
Warwick
 All districts will be working with the Dana Center
starting next year
 Big Idea is Curriculum Alignment
 All instruction in a strand
 All classes at a grade level
 All schools in a district
Off-Team Math
 We have two different programs, one targeted at
students who are struggling coming into grade 6, and
the other, at students who at the end of grade 6 have
shown themselves to be exceptional math students.
 Math Enrichment is a course that students take in
addition to their on-team math class. Much of the
work revolves around deficiencies in basic skills.
Off-Team Math
 Some students will take Algebra 1 in 7th grade, in place
of their on-team math class, with those who complete
the course satisfactorily, taking Algebra 2 in grade 8.
 This Algebra 1 course is truly for those students who
are so far ahead of the GLEs that it is inappropriate for
them to be in their grade level class
Off-Team Math
 We had a similar program about 8 years ago. Students had
issues once they got into the high school course sequence,
so we have developed different entrance criteria and are
monitoring student achievement very closely.
 Eligibility for the class is determined by multiple measures:
 Algebra Aptitude test
 NECAP scores
 Report card grades
 Teacher recommendation
Course Sequence 6-8
Grade 6
Teaching Gr. 6 GLEs
Grade 7
Teaching Gr. 7 GLEs
"Pre-Algebra"
Grade 8
Teaching Gr. 8 GLEs
Some Algebra
Algebra 1
Honors Course
Course Sequence 8-9
Grade 8
Teaching Gr. 8 GLEs
(Some Algebra)
FIM
Foundations in Math
(Intensive program)
Algebra 1
Algebra 1
Honors Course
Algebra 2
Algebra 2
Honors Course
Questions?
 Please feel free to ask your child’s math teacher about
what they are studying. They can give you specific
information about the units.
 There are some sheets available for you to jot down
some thoughts/questions for me in particular.
 Any feedback you give is much appreciated.