Mathematics Homework and Grading in a PLC at Work(tm)


Book Description

Part of the Every Student Can Learn Mathematics series Boost K-12 student achievement and math skills by enhancing your approach to mathematics homework and grading. This user-friendly resource is divided into two parts, each covering a key team action for mathematics in a PLC at Work(tm). First, you'll learn how to develop common independent practice assignments or math homework for formative student learning within a professional learning community (PLC). Then, discover how to work collaboratively to create quality equitable grading practices to help you evaluate independent practice effectiveness. The book features teacher team tools and activities to inspire student achievement and enhance grading routines as part of a formative student learning process. Learn collaborative homework and grading practices to grow your students' math skills: Discover how you and your colleagues can design and use mathematics homework and grading practices to produce significant improvement in student learning. Learn the value of common scoring agreements among educators. Understand and find solutions to common grading errors to ensure equity among all students. Implement effective grading practices that provide meaningful and actionable formative feedback to students. Support student engagement and ensure students persevere in their learning of mathematics problem solving. Contents: Preface Introduction Part 1: Team Action 5--Develop and Use High-Quality Common Independent Practice Assignments for Formative Student Learning Chapter 1: The Purpose of High-Quality Common Independent Practice Assignments Chapter 2: Sample Independent Practice Assignments Chapter 3: Formative Routines for Improved Student Learning Chapter 4: Common Scoring and Grading Agreements for Homework Assignments Part 2: Team Action 6--Develop and Use High-Quality Common Grading Components and Formative Grading Routines Chapter 5: The Purpose and Nature of Grading in Mathematics Chapter 6: How to Create an Evaluate Quality Grading Components Chapter 7: Formative Grading Routines Chapter 8: Traditional Report Card Grades and Standards-Based Scoring Routines Epilogue Appendix References and Resources Index Books in the Every Student Can Learn Mathematics series: Mathematics Assessment and Intervention in a PLC at Work(tm) Mathematics Instruction and Tasks in a PLC at Work(tm) Mathematics Homework and Grading in a PLC at Work(tm) Mathematics Coaching and Collaboration in a PLC at Work(tm)




Common Core Mathematics in a PLC at Work TM, High School


Book Description

This teacher guide illustrates how to sustain successful implementation of the Common Core State Standards for mathematics for high school. Discover what students should learn and how they should learn it. Comprehensive research-affirmed analysis tools and strategies will help you and your collaborative team develop and assess student demonstrations of deep conceptual understanding and procedural fluency.




Common Core Mathematics in a PLC at WorkTM, Grades 6–8


Book Description

This teacher guide illustrates how to sustain successful implementation of the Common Core State Standards for mathematics, grades 6–8. Discover what students should learn and how they should learn it at each grade level. Comprehensive research-affirmed analysis tools and strategies will help you and your collaborative team develop and assess student demonstrations of deep conceptual understanding and procedural fluency.




Business Math


Book Description

A set of lessons to teach Business Mathematics operations




Introduction to Applied Linear Algebra


Book Description

A groundbreaking introduction to vectors, matrices, and least squares for engineering applications, offering a wealth of practical examples.




Assessment in Mathematics Education


Book Description

This book provides an overview of current research on a variety of topics related to both large-scale and classroom assessment. First, the purposes, traditions and principles of assessment are considered, with particular attention to those common to all levels of assessment and those more connected with either classroom or large-scale assessment. Assessment design based on sound assessment principles is discussed, differentiating between large-scale and classroom assessment, but also examining how the design principles overlap. The focus then shifts to classroom assessment and provides specific examples of assessment strategies, before examining the impact of large-scale assessment on curriculum, policy, instruction, and classroom assessment. The book concludes by discussing the challenges that teachers currently face, as well as ways to support them. The book offers a common language for researchers in assessment, as well as a primer for those interested in understanding current work in the area of assessment. In summary, it provides the opportunity to discuss large-scale and classroom assessment by addressing the following main themes: ·Purposes, Traditions and Principles of Assessment ·Design of Assessment Tasks ·Classroom Assessment in Action ·Interactions of Large-Scale and Classroom Assessment ·Enhancing Sound Assessment Knowledge and Practices It also suggests areas for future research in assessment in mathematics education.




Mathematics Unit Planning in a Plc at Work(r), Grades 6 - 8


Book Description

What exactly do your students need to know by the end of each unit of mathematics study throughout the school year? This practical resource empowers teacher teams to collectively plan for and deliver highly effective units of study in grades 6-8. The authors clearly outline how to generate essential learning standards, create a team unit calendar, identify prior knowledge, and complete many other essential collaborative tasks. Use this resource to provide intermediate grade-level students with a more equitable mathematics learning experience Understand how to collaboratively plan mathematics units in grades 6-8 as a professional learning community (PLC). Study the seven unit-planning elements and learn how to incorporate each in essential unit design. Review the role of the PLC at Work® process in enhancing student learning and teacher collaboration. Observe three model units, one for each grade, for ratios and proportional reasoning. Receive tools and templates for effective unit planning. Contents: Acknowledgments Table of Contents About the Authors Introduction Part One: Mathematics Unit Planning and Design Elements Chapter 1: Planning for Student Learning of Mathematics in Grades 6-8 Chapter 2: Unit Planning as a Collaborative Mathematics Team Part Two: Ratios and Proportional Reasoning Examples, Grades 6-8 Chapter 3: Grade 6 Unit--Ratios and Rates Chapter 4: Grade 7 Unit--Proportional Reasoning Chapter 5: Grade 8 Unit--Linear Functions Epilogue Appendix A: Create a Proficiency Map Appendix B: Team Checklist and Questions for Mathematics Unit Planning References and Resources Index




Getting Ready for the 4th Grade Assessment Tests


Book Description

Getting Ready for the 4th Grade Assessment Test: Help Improve Your Child’s Math and English Skills – Many parents are expressing a demand for books that will help their children succeed and excel on the fourth grade assessment tests in math and English –especially in areas where children have limited access to computers. This book will help students practice basic math concepts, i.e., number sense and applications as well as more difficult math, such as patterns, functions, and algebra. English skills will include practice in reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary. Rubrics are included for self-evaluation.




The Science of Reading


Book Description

The Science of Reading: A Handbook brings together state-of-the-art reviews of reading research from leading names in the field, to create a highly authoritative, multidisciplinary overview of contemporary knowledge about reading and related skills. Provides comprehensive coverage of the subject, including theoretical approaches, reading processes, stage models of reading, cross-linguistic studies of reading, reading difficulties, the biology of reading, and reading instruction Divided into seven sections:Word Recognition Processes in Reading; Learning to Read and Spell; Reading Comprehension; Reading in Different Languages; Disorders of Reading and Spelling; Biological Bases of Reading; Teaching Reading Edited by well-respected senior figures in the field




Every School, Every Team, Every Classroom


Book Description

In this sequel to Total Instructional Alignment, the author peels back complex layers of the change process to reveal the five big ideas at the core of successful schools. Focus on these foundational ideas to simplify decision making and eliminate distractions from your efforts to promote effective teaching and learning. Teachers and administrators alike will appreciate this straightforward approach to solid leadership for school improvement.




Recent Books