Practices for simply solving pesky probability problems in grades 6-12
The University of Louisville's Susan A. Peters describes how hypothetical 1,000 tables can help students discover the sometimes-confusing rules of probability.
Tips and tools: Share ideas with your fellow math teachers
As you prepare to start a new school year, do you have tips and tools you use in your classroom that you think might benefit your fellow mathematics teachers?
Why we need vertical alignment in mathematics
Boyle County's Cheyenne Mills says vertically aligning math classes in elementary school is essential to making sure students are prepared for Algebra 1.
KDE seeks teachers to participate in standards reviews
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking English/language arts and mathematics teachers from all grade levels to participate in review and revision of the Kentucky Academic Standards. Senate Bill 1 (2017) calls for the review and revision of the KAS every six years. Selected team members will meet in Frankfort for three to five days during the 2017-18 school [...]
Register for the Build Math Minds Virtual Summit
The Build Math Minds Virtual Summit is a free online professional learning event from July 31-Aug. 2 for pre-K through 5th-grade teachers. Christina Tondevold is the founder of this summit and has 27 of her favorite presenters host virtual learning sessions. Each presentation will be made available for viewing at the scheduled time and will remain available to everyone with [...]
Professional learning conferences for mathematics
Keep your skills sharp with these upcoming professional learning opportunities.
English 2 and Algebra 2 teachers sought to help develop EOC field tests
The kick off for developing new End of Course Assessments for English 2 and Algebra 2 – which will be field tested in the spring of 2018 – will take place in July.
Learning from Kentucky’s Classrooms Conference scheduled for September
Learn from Kentucky educators during the 3rd Annual Learning from Kentucky’s Classrooms Conference in Bowling Green.
Bringing math to life through the workshop model
Christian County"s Emily Chandler and Jettie Payne explain how differentiation is at the heart of the Math Workshop model, which their district uses to reach students on their individual achievement level.
Coherently thinking about mathematics instruction
Ballard County's Priscilla Keller explains how coherence maps can help teachers focus on ensuring their students have the mathematical skills necessary to move on to the next grade.