GRADE 9 MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM RENEWAL Interdepartmental Meeting November 5 th, 2009

SK Grade 9 Math Curriculum

Example: Outcome P9.4 Demonstrate understanding of polynomials (limited to polynomials of degree less than or equal to 2) including: modeling generalizing strategies for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division analyzing relating to context comparing for equivalency. [C, CN, R, V]

Examples of Indicators a) Model (concretely or pictorially) and describe the relationship between x and x^2. b) Represent polynomials concretely or pictorially, and describe how the concrete or pictorial model reflects the symbolic form c) Write a polynomial for a given concrete or pictorial representation.

Why the change?  Development of a Common Curriculum Framework: Western & Northern Canadian Protocol (WNCP, 2006)  According to the WNCP, the critical components students must encounter in a mathematics program are: communication, connection, mental math and estimation, problem solving, reasoning, technology, & visualization.

Renewed Curriculum Research WNCP: There is a posting of the research as well as the results from the Post-Secondary, Business and Industry survey that defined the pathways in the new framework. istoricaldocuments.aspx istoricaldocuments.aspx National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM):

Brain Research  Connections in the brain are strengthened if they are reinforced with a variety of stimuli (Sousa, 2006)  Learning is different from memorization. When you learn, you cross-reference new information to multiple other categories so that you can detect new patterns & relationships (Nunley, 2003)

Brain Research  You are more likely to remember learning that has an emotional connection for you (Sousa, 2006)  The more actively involved students are in the learning, the more rehearsal they do of the information, & the greater the retention and, therefore, the learning (Sousa, 2006)

Math Makes Sense 9 Overview Resource Components:  Student Textbook  Manipulative Kits  Printed ProGuide (teacher resource)  ProGuide DVD (e-book format, PD video clips, unit prep talk videos, classroom videos, virtual manipulatives)  ProGuide CD (editable word files – extra practice sheet and sample tests)  Practice and Homework Book (teacher edition and reproducible copy)  Test Generator  Solutions CD – fully worked solutions

The Lesson Model l Investigate Connect Practice Reflect & Share Discuss the Ideas

Math 90 Support  Unit Overview Workshops  Technology Sessions  Parent Communication  Website/Blog  Manipulative Organization  Individualized Support

The purpose of this blog is to keep math teachers updated with resources and information to assist with the implementation of the renewed math curriculum. Once you subscribe to this blog, you will receive an update each time the website is updated. GSCS High School Math Website

Questions & Concerns

Not enough time... Should we be considering extending the Math 90 course or offering Yearlong Math 90? No modified Math 90 – rather adaptations to allow for students to be successful Questions & Concerns

Thanks to the Math 90 teachers for all their efforts and hard work! Grade 9 Math Implementation

RENEWED SECONDARY MATH CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION

Mathematics 9Math 11Math 21 Workplace & Apprenticeship 10 Workplace & Apprenticeship 20 Workplace & Apprenticeship 30 Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10 Foundations of Mathematics 20 Foundations of Mathematics 30 Pre-Calculus 20Pre-Calculus 30Calculus 30

Implementation Plan : Math : Workplace & Apprenticeship 10, Foundations & Pre-Calculus : Workplace & Apprenticeship 20, Foundations 20, Pre-Calculus : Workplace & Apprenticeship 30, Foundations 30, Pre-Calculus 30

Modified Math In the future, modified math courses will be developed. Surveys will be conducted to figure out what math these students need. The plan is to have a resource created (for Grade 10 and 11 only). In the meantime, continue offering Math 11 and 21 for students who legitimately require a modified program.

Gr. 10 Math Courses for next Year  In Grade 10, students are strongly encouraged to take both math courses: Workplace and Apprenticeship Mathematics 10 & Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10.  Saskatchewan Curriculum Documents for Grade 10 Math will be available February 2010  In meantime, view the WNCP Common Curriculum Framework:

Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10 Resources Pearson: Visit the website: Two units are available for viewing (see student e-book) as well as parts of the teacher resource book and other program components (see teacher tools). Evaluation copies of the text will be available in January. The French version will be ready by Spring McGraw-Hill Ryerson: To view one unit, please visit the website: hill.com/sites/ /information_center_view0/ hill.com/sites/ /information_center_view0/

Additional Resource Information Workplace & Apprenticeship 10/20/30 resources are being developed by Pacific Educational Press Pre-Calculus 20/30 resources are being developed by McGraw-Hill Ryerson Foundations of Math 20/30 Resources - Nelson?

Q & A with the Ministry We are trying to anticipate all the possible situations and issues that may arise as a result of the renewed curriculum implementation. What other questions need to be asked?

Informational Items  Update from Meeting with Division Math Team & Administrators  Parent Communication  Meeting with Administrators and Counselors  Common Document for Registration Booklets  French Immersion  Update from Provincial Math Meeting

Discussion Items Situations that may need to be discussed at your school:  Students who fail Math 10 this year  Students who fail Math 20 this year  Students who are only taking Math 10 this year  Grade 9 students who are currently taking Math 10  Math 10/20 courses starting in the second semester  AP Calculus plan for current Grade 9 students

Discussion Items  Specialized Math Courses – is there a need?  Other Questions &Concerns  What do you need as math teachers?

Final Thoughts  Division is committed to supporting the curriculum renewal  Importance of a positive attitude and consistent message within our division  As educators, we need to be competent and confident with our delivery of the new curriculum.  We need to be positive when we are talking with members of the community, parents and students.