Overview

Learn how to provide rich, online mathematics instruction that optimizes the limited time you have with students, while doing it in a way that does not overwhelm parents. This practical resource: highlights the value of open questions for differentiating instruction in the K–8 virtual environment; shows teachers how to adapt the materials that they are already using; illustrates how students can incorporate items from their home environment into math lessons; demonstrates how to build and maintain community with students online; explores the logistics of independent meetings with students and parents; provides samples and directions for creating tools like number lines and manipulatives at home; and much more. Featuring professional developer Marian Small’s special brand of lucid explanation of difficult concepts, engaging teaching examples, troubleshooting tips, and formative assessments, Teaching Math Online is a must-have for anyone teaching math either wholly online or in blended classrooms. Book Features: Provides immediate assistance for teachers with little or no experience teaching math online. Offers specific suggestions for supporting parents in their new role as the link between teacher and student. Addresses both logistical and pedagogical issues important to successful online learning. Provides online problem visuals for teachers to use with students. Includes reproducibles for creating math manipulatives and tools. Discusses distanced formative assessment. Includes access to exemplar videos for communicating with parents, and for providing students with spoken instruction that they can save and replay.

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Author:   Marian Small
Publisher:   Teachers' College Press
Imprint:   Teachers' College Press
Weight:   0.175kg
ISBN:  

9780807764909

ISBN 10:   0807764906
Pages:   88
Publication Date:   30 October 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Contents Introduction 1 1  Principles to Consider When Teaching Online 3 What Math Teaching Must Focus On 3 Creating Warmth 3 Creating Interactivity and Engagement 4 Providing Clarity and Structure 5 Attending to Individual Differences 6 2  Differentiation Instruction Using Open Questions and Parallel Tasks 7 The Value of Open Questions in an Online Environment 7 The Value of Parallel Tasks in an Online Environment 9 The Value of Rich Math Conversation: Unexpected Benefits of an Online Environment 10 The Importance of Being Intentional in an Online Environment 11 3  Logistics 12 Preparing Students for Working at a Distance 12 Connectivity Issues 12 Building Online Communities 13 Collecting Work From Students 15 Providing Feedback and Formative Assessment 16 Involving Parents Without Overwhelming Them 16 Dealing With Manipulatives When Teaching Virtually 18 4  Adapting Questions From Good Questions for the Online Environment 20 Grades K–2 20 Grades 3–5 27 Grades 6–8 33 Summary 40 5  New Open Questions for the Online Environment 41 Grades K–2 41 Grades 3–5 47 Grades 6–8 51 Summary 54 6  Conclusion 55 Resources 56 References 56 Online Resources 56 Videos 57 Math Tools 57 Appendix A: Scripts for Example Videos 58 Learning About Math Tools 59 Using a 100-Chart (Grades 1 and 2) 59 Using Number Lines (Grades 2 and 3) 60 Using Pattern Blocks (Grades 3 and 4) 61 Using Base Ten Blocks (Grades 4 and 5) 62 Using Double Number Lines (Grades 6 and 7) 63 Using Probing Questions 64 234 Question (Grades K–2) 64 What Does Division Look Like? (Grades 3–5) 66 Circles, Squares, and Crosses (Grades 6–8) 67 Appendix B: Templates for Manipulatives 69 10-Frames 70 100-Chart 71 Number Paths 72 Number Lines 73 Pattern Blocks 74 Dot Paper 76 Base Ten Blocks 77 Grid Paper 78 Fraction Strips 79 10 × 10 Grid 80 Double Number Lines 81 About the Author 82

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Marian Small is an international professional developer and conference speaker. A former dean of education and professor of mathematics education, she is widely known for her bestselling books and her in-district work with educators. Visit her website at www.onetwoinfinity.ca for in-person and online professional development.

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