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.
Computer science opportunities expanded for Kentucky students
Kentucky Commissioner of Education Stephen Pruitt, state and national partners from AdvanceKentucky, the College Board, Code.org and Kentucky Sen. David Givens announced a new computer science initiative that will expand computer science learning opportunities for Kentucky public school students.
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.
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 [...]
EKU math department to host annual Teachers’ Workshop
The Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) Department of Mathematics and Statistics will host its annual Teachers’ Workshop Sept. 21 at EKU’s Carl D. Perkins Conference Center in Richmond. The workshop theme is, “Assuring Growth Across All Groups.” It will offer best practices for developing and implementing curriculum and instruction methods that create and encourage growth mindset among students of varying ability [...]
Professional learning conferences for mathematics
Keep your skills sharp with these upcoming professional learning opportunities.
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.