1. Mathematics & Common core state standards (CCSS)
Curriculum Shifts
What does this mean for my student?

2. 8 mathematical practices
Describe mathematical habits of mind
Connect with content standards in each grade
Offer standards for mathematical proficiency: reasoning, problem solving, modeling, decision making, and engagement
Emphasize modeling with mathematics, and making connections to real-world application

3. Let’s TRY A Problem
Jason, Kevin, and Nathan each spent exactly $9.00 at the same snack bar.
Jason bought 3 bags of peanuts
Kevin bought 2 bags of peanuts and 2 pretzels
Nathan bought 1 bag of peanuts, 1 pretzel, and 1 milk shake
What is the total cost, in dollars, of 1 bag of peanuts? Show or explain how you got the answer.

4. Teacher role ***** Struggling to figure out the problem vs.
How did we all solve the problem?
How many different ways did we find?
***** Struggling to figure out the problem
vs.
***** Struggling with the content

5. Curriculum shifts LOTS! Library has the actual standards/resources
Many BIG changes
Idea – teach fewer things WELL!!!
Scary as a parent, but exciting nonetheless– Just imagine - your child will be forced to think about mathematics

6. THE GOOD NEWS!!! We have been doing these 8 practices all along
CMP is completely similar with limited explanations/samples and continued thought processes
This is just a new way to look at it/a new name for it

7. Teacher’s Role
Provide meaningful, real world, authentic, performance-based tasks (non traditional work problems) and not just skill practice
Provide opportunities and time for discussing problems, cooperative problem solving and reciprocal teaching
Allow for reasoning to take place in a safe environment

8. Parent’s role Encourage them, even when they’re struggling
Difficulties
What can we do about it?
Encourage them, even when they’re struggling
Understand that it will not always be easy for them
Allow them to see the growth they can make when they make mistakes
Google/talk to teachers/look through kids’ notes when they’re struggling
Students should attempt all homework – right or wrong