Plymouth Public Schools Mathematics Department Presented by Karen Backman District Mathematics Coordinator Overview of Progress and Current Initiatives
AGENDA Overview of current MCAS trends Overview of on-going initiatives Everyday Math Making mathematics real Integration of technology New initiatives Problem Solving (Literacy) Grading and assessment
Grade 4 MCAS
Grade 8 MCAS
Grade 10 MCAS
Class of 2012 Cohort
Everyday Mathematics Highlights Students enjoyed math In-service time supported a more effective implementation Parent information nights Struggles Teachers had to “trust the spiral” Parents had difficulty helping their students with new methodology
Everyday Mathematics Parent Support Resources My Reference Book / Student Reference Book Family Letters Online Resources - Interactive Reference Book Online games for students Family Letters Algorithm videos (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division strategies)
Problem Solving K – 12 Common Rubric Supporting Literacy in Mathematics Supporting 21 st Century Skills Authentic Application of Learning Reviewing Student Work
Technology Integration EDM Support Resources for Students, Parents and Teachers Verizon Grant – grades 7 & 8 Thinkfinity Instructional Videos PLATO Credit Recovery Instructional Resources Calculators
Grading & Assessment Utilizing assessment to drive instruction & compact curriculum GMADE (Grades 1 – 5) MCAS (Grades 3 – 8, 10) Final Exams (Grades 7 – 12) Pre-assessments Consistency in grading & expectations Standards-based report card (Grades K – 5) Grades 6 – 12 grading policy for assessment data and study skills
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