Exploring Foundational Principle:

“Build understanding of effective mathematics

instruction.”

Goals of this session

Deepen knowledge and understanding of the Foundational Principle –

“Build understanding of effective mathematics instruction.”

Connect this knowledge and understanding to a selected resource

Share this learning with your team deciding how it may impact your work

Five teaching practices for improving the quality of discourse in mathematics classrooms:

(1) “talk moves” that engage students/facilitate discussion, (2) the art of questioning, (3) using student thinking to propel discussions, (4) setting up supportive environments and (5) orchestrating the discourse.

-Chapin, S.H., O’Connor, C.,& Anderson, N.C. (2009)

Reading/ Reflecting upon Foundational Principle -

“Build understanding of effective mathematics instruction.”

As you read page 6, reflect upon and record the strengths and challenges in relation to this principle in your work.

Author/Educator/Consultant

Lucy West,Author/Educator/Consultant

-The Mathematician’s Wayhttp://www.curriculum.org/k-12/en/videos/the-

mathematicians-way

How do Lucy West’s comments enhance your understanding of the Foundational Principle -“Build

understanding of effective mathematics instruction”?

Table Talk

What resonates with you in relation to this Foundational Principle -

“Build understanding of effective mathematics instruction”?

Selected Resources

Summary of Results and Strategies for Teachers, 2012–2013

“Build understanding of effective mathematics instruction.”

How does the resource enhance your understanding of the Foundational Principle

-“Build understanding of effective mathematics instruction”?

“Build understanding of effective mathematics instruction.”

So What? Now What?

What are the implications for your work?

Learning From and With Each Other

• How might this principle, “Build understanding of effective mathematics instruction”, support you in being more intentional and precise in your work?

• Record ideas to share with your Board Team

Additional Resources

http://edugains.ca/newsite/math2/index.html

http://www.edugains.ca/resourcesLNS/MathResources/MathematicsResourceInventory.pdf

http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/literacynumeracy/inspire/research/capacityBuilding.html