Transcript NJASK Parent Night - Franklin Township Board of Education

Franklin Middle School
Math Parent Night
Presented
By
Tracy Schwartz – Math Coach
MATH NIGHT: AGENDA
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7th grade Ratio & Proportional Reasoning
8th grade Geometry
Common Core State Standards
Math Content Standards
Standards of Mathematical Practice
Math Workshop Model
What Families Can Do To Support
Math Assessment Dates
Math Websites
MATH: GRADE 7 CONTENT STANDARDS
7.RP.3 Use proportional relationships to
solve multistep ratio and percent
problems.
Examples: simple interest, tax, markups
and markdowns, gratuities and
commissions, fees, percent increase
and decrease, percent error.
MATH: GRADE 7
Jacob is buying lunch at a diner. His lunch costs $7.50
plus a 16% tip.
a. How much does his lunch cost with tip?
b. The total cost of his lunch and tip is 4% of his
paycheck for the week. How much is Jacob’s
paycheck?
c. If Jacob is not leaving a tip, how much would Jacob’s
lunch cost for it to be 10% of his paycheck?
a. $8.70
b. $217.50
c. $21.75
MATH: GRADE 8 CONTENT STANDARDS
8.G.7 Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to
determine unknown side lengths in right
triangles in real world and mathematical
problems in two and three dimensions.
PYTHAGOREAN THEOREM
A 15-foot ladder is leaning against
a wall. The base of the ladder is
3 feet from the wall. How high
above the ground is the top of
the ladder? Round your answer
to the nearest tenth.
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Ans: 3 + b = 15
9 + b 2 = 225
b = 216
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b = 14.7
CHARACTERISTICS
 Fewer and more rigorous
 Aligned with college and career
expectations
 Internationally benchmarked
 Rigorous content and application of
higher-order skills
 Builds on strengths and lessons of
current state standards
 Research based
NCTM Research
“Whatever your child chooses to do in life,
you can be certain that having a strong
understanding of mathematics will open
doors to a productive future.”
Students who take algebra & geometry go
on to college at much higher rates (83%)
than those who do not (36%).
Almost 90% of all new jobs require math
skills beyond high school level.
INTENT OF THE COMMON CORE
The same goals for all students.
Coherence
Articulated progressions of topics and performances
that are developmental and connected to other
progressions.
Conceptual understanding and procedural skills
stressed equally.
Focus
Key ideas, understandings, and skills are identified.
Deep learning of concepts is emphasized.
◦ That is, time is spent on a topic and on learning it well.
This counters the “mile wide, inch deep” criticism leveled
at most current U.S. standards.
CLARITY AND SPECIFICITY
Skills and concepts are clearly
defined.
Being able to apply concepts and
skills to new situations is expected.
MATH: COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS
(CCSS)
Mathematics
Standards for Content
Standards for Practice
Content Standards:
•State what students should know and be
able to do at each grade level.
•Reflect both skills and understandings with
equal importance.
NJCCCS
CCSS
100%
% of Standards
90%
80%
70%
Data, Prob, & Stat
60%
Algebra
50%
Geometry
40%
Number
30%
20%
10%
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Grade Levels
8
12
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Grade Levels
8
12
STANDARDS FOR MATHEMATICAL
PRACTICE
“The Standards for Mathematical
Practice describe varieties of expertise
that mathematics educators at all levels
should seek to develop in their students.
These practices rest on important
“processes and proficiencies” with
longstanding importance in
mathematics education.” (CCSS, 2010)
STANDARDS FOR MATHEMATICAL PRACTICE
1. Make sense of problems and persevere in
solving them.
2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively.
3. Construct viable arguments and critique the
reasoning of others.
4. Model with mathematics.
5. Use appropriate tools strategically.
6. Attend to precision.
7. Look for and make use of structure.
8. Look for and express regularity in repeated
reasoning.
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MATHEMATICS PHILOSOPHY OF
CURRICULUM
In order for students to understand and use mathematics
with confidence, the Franklin Township Public School
Mathematics Philosophy of Instruction embraces daily
opportunities for students to actively engage and
participate in meaningful mathematical learning
experiences through inquiry, problem-solving and making
connections to the world around them. As a result,
students will develop the habits of mind that expand their
ability to problem solve, reason critically, construct and
defend viable arguments and communicate their thought
processes. Strategic access to and use of learning tools
provide supports for students to meet the rigor of the
curriculum while developing conceptual understanding
and procedural fluency. Students will leave Franklin
Township Public Schools capable of functioning and
contributing to today’s global society.
MATH DOMAINS OF FOCUS
M AT H 7
• The Number System
• Expressions & Equations
M AT H 8
• Expressions and
Equations
• Ratio and Proportional
Reasoning
• Functions
Supporting/Additional
Supporting/Additional
• Geometry
• The Number System
• Statistics and Probability
• Statistics and probability
• Geometry
MIDDLE
SCHOOL
ACCELERATION
M AT H 7
A DVA N C E
The Number System
Integer
Exponents/Radicals (8th)
Irrational numbers (8th)
Expressions & Equations
(all 8th except system of
equations)
Ratio and proportional
reasoning (8th connect
linear equations)
Geometry (all 8th except
Pythagorean Theorem)
Statistics and Probability
ALGEBRA 1
•Algebra
• 8th grade simultaneous
equations – linear
•Functions (8th)
•Geometry
• Pythagorean Theorem
GOAL OF MATHEMATICS PROGRAMS AT FMS
Students will understand and use mathematics with
confidence, developing conceptual understanding
and procedural fluency.
Classroom instruction provides daily opportunities
for students to actively engage and participate in
meaningful mathematical learning experiences
through inquiry, problem-solving and making
connections to the world around them.
Students will expand their ability to problem solve,
reason critically, construct and defend viable
arguments and communicate their thought
processes, developing conceptual understanding
and procedural fluency.
MATH WORKSHOP MODEL
Student
Activity
Mini
Lesson
Reflection
Math
Workshop
Model
Strategy
Group
Instruction
What Families Can Do to Help!
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Be Positive!
Link mathematics with daily life
Make math fun
Learn about math-related careers
Have high expectations
Support homework, don’t do it!
BE POSITIVE!
 We all respond well to praise
“Congratulations!”
“Excellent!”
“You are working very hard!”
“That’s great!”
 Make criticism constructive
DON”T: “You aren’t going to hand in that mess,
are you?”
DO: “The teacher will understand your ideas
better if you use your best handwriting.” Then
follow up with praise when a neater version is
completed.
How to help with Math in Daily Life
Point out real world mathematics
Relate to money
Estimation
Tax, tip, discount
Home projects
Kitchen
Reinforce the basics
Play games
Websites/ Apps
How to help with Math in Daily Life
Problem
solving strategies
Have your child explain what they learned or
are doing to you
Study buddies
Think-alouds
Visualize/put yourself in the situation
Share tricks you use
Encourage Children’s Development and
Progress in School
Maintaining a warm and supportive home
Showing interest in children’s progress at
school
Look over completed assignments
Check planner
Staying in touch with teachers and school
staff
Email
Let teachers know of any changes at home
Get involved where you can
Discussing the value of a good education
and possible career options
Expressing High but Realistic Expectations
for Achievement
Setting goals and standards that are appropriate
for children’s ages and maturity
Long and short-term
Revisit, evaluate and set new goals
Recognizing and encouraging special talents
Informing friends and family about successes
Share
Brag
Leads to more success
Essentials for Mathematics
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Notebook
Journal
Pencils
Calculator
Monitor Assignments
Ask about the teachers’ homework policy
What kinds of assignments will be given?
How long are children expected to complete
them?
How does the teacher want you to be
involved?
Look over completed assignments
Check to see that all assignments are
completed correctly
Math Homework Questions to Ask
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What is the problem you are working on?
What do the directions say?
What words or directions do you not understand?
Where do you think you should begin?
What do you already know that can help you work through the
problem?
What have you done so far?
Where can we find help in the textbook, your notes, or online?
Do you have a similar problem to look at?
Can you draw a picture or make a diagram?
Can you tell me where you are stuck?
Who can you call for help?
Can you solve it using a calculator?
Can you go on to another problem and come back to this one
later?
Provide Guidance
Figure out how your child learns best
Alone or with someone (homework buddy)
Visual: make charts, draw pictures
Auditory: discussed what is being learned
Kinesthetic: props, models, movement
Understand math from your child’s point of
view. Remember Model Behavior!
Encourage Good Study Habits
Use & review notes from class
Study buddy
Make up songs
Acronyms
Practice tests
Does
Your Child Have a Quiet Place to Study with
Adequate Light?
Light, supplies close by
Work area: desk, kitchen table
Decorate a special area with art or plants
Remove distractions
Turn off TV, radio, iPod, no phone calls or texting
Family should partake in a quiet activity
Toddlers should be separated
Use the library if necessary
Help Your Child Get Organized
Calendar with assignments’
due dates
Planner use
Colored folders and notebooks
Check book bag often
Check locker if necessary
MATH ASSESSMENT DATES FOR 2013-2014
 Beginning of Year: Sept. 17, 2013
 Marking Period I Benchmark: Oct. 18, 2013
 Marking Period 1 Quarterly: Nov. 15, 2013
 Marking Period 2 Benchmark: Dec. 20, 2013
 Midterm: Feb. 5, 2014
 Marking Period 3 Benchmark: Mar. 21, 2014
 Marking Period 3 Quarterly: Apr. 11, 2014
 Marking Period 4 Benchmark: May 22, 2014
 Final Exam: Jun. 13, 2014
MATH WEBSITES:
 www.corestandards.org/Math/
 www.khanacademy.org
 www.state.nj.us/education/
 www.nctm.org
 www.themathpage.com
 www.learnzillion.com
 Math Supervisor: Mrs. Nubeja Allen
 [email protected]