Catch these 2017 spring mathematics conferences
Although it seems as though we just started the new year, it’s not too early to plan for participating in spring mathematics conferences. Here are a few to keep your eyes on.
Ongoing professional learning opportunities in mathematics
As you prepare to start to new calendar year, here on some professional learning opportunities.
Why engage in professional learning communities/teams?
The professional learning community is a buzzword in the educational world, with schools and districts setting up schedules and mandating PLC time. Some educators, however, wonder if the original intent and purpose of professional learning communities has been lost.
Check out these 2017 spring mathematics conferences
Although it’s not even Halloween yet, it’s not too early to begin looking at spring mathematics conferences. Here are a few to keep your eyes on.
Kentucky’s Committee for Mathematics Achievement stands out as a national model
If it weren’t for Bill Bush, an influential professor of mathematics education at the University of Kentucky, the Commonwealth might be like any other state in its approach to mathematics achievement.
KCM presents free professional learning for primary teachers
The Kentucky Center for Mathematics is offering a free professional learning event, “Foundations for Primary Grades,” for teachers in grades K-3 beginning Nov. 3 at Lee County High School in Beattyville. “Foundations for Primary Grades” cohorts are professional learning communities that grow K-3 teachers’ understanding of early numeracy development and improve their ability to establish a strong foundation in students [...]
Number talks in the middle grades
Jefferson County's Stephanie Fields says number talks, which she once thought of as being used in elementary schools, can be a useful tool for the middle school grades.
Why master coaches and coaching matter
Berea Independent's Jennifer Donnelly shares her thoughts on why instructional coaches, although sometimes not well defined, matter in today's classrooms.
Find new resources with the Kentucky Numeracy Project Intervention Guide
The Kentucky Numeracy Project Intervention Guide is a free instructional resource for all Kentucky teachers.
Activating teaching leadership
Brandy Beasley shares how Second Street Elementary School in Frankfort empowered teachers to take a leadership role.