Teachers, coaches, and supervisors will learn how to help elementary school students build mathematical proficiency with standards-based, differentiated, small-group instruction with the strategies in this book.
Both novice and veteran educators will gain in-depth knowledge for conducting effective guided math lessons, scaffolding learning in small groups, and assessing student learning. Lots of actual templates, graphic organizers, black-line masters, detailed lesson plans, and student work samples are included, as well as vignettes of mini-lessons, center time, small guided math groups, and share time.
This practical, hands-on guide will help you...
- Understand the framework of Guided Math lessons
- Gain an in-depth look at the role of assessment throughout the Guided Math process
- Develop an action plan to get started immediately
This is a must-have resource for all educators looking for a structure to teach small groups in math that meet the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Guided Math: An Introduction
Chapter 2: Guided Math in a Numerate Environment
Chapter 3: Managing the Math Workshop
Chapter 4: Forming Guided Math Groups
Chapter 5: Balanced Assessment: The Key to Grouping Students for Guided Math
Chapter 6: A Framework for Guided Math Lessons
Chapter 7: Building Mathematical Proficiency in Guided Math Groups
Chapter 8: What Are the Other Kids Doing?
Chapter 9: The First 20 Days of Math Workshop: Setting the Stage for Effective Guided Math Groups
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About the Author :
Nicki Newton has been an educator for 27 years, working both nationally and internationally, with students of all ages. She has worked on developing Math Workshop and Guided Math Institutes around the country. She is also an avid blogger (www.guidedmath.wordpress.com), tweeter@drnickimath and Pinterest pinner (https://www.pinterest.com/drnicki7).
