by Janaki Nagarajan | Aug 25, 2020 | Grades 3–5, Grades K–2
by Janaki Nagarajan How can we best do mathematics together in an online environment? When school suddenly shifted online last spring, I found myself overwhelmed by the learning curve for new technologies—for both myself and my students. I knew that I wanted to...
by Illustrative Mathematics and 3 more | Jun 25, 2020 | Grades 6–8, Grades 9–12, Professional Learning
By Vanessa Cerrahoglu, Jennifer Wilson, and Liz Ramirez We envision creating a world where learners know, use, and enjoy mathematics. Knowing and using math goes beyond calculating and evaluating. We create purposeful opportunities for students to engage in...
by Jennifer Wilson and 1 more | Jun 15, 2020 | Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Grades 9–12, Professional Learning
By Jennifer Wilson and Liz Ramirez We envision creating a world where learners know, use, and enjoy mathematics. Knowing and using math goes beyond calculating and evaluating. We create purposeful opportunities for students to engage in sense-making and use language...
by Catherine Castillo | Nov 21, 2019 | Grades 6–8
By Catherine Castillo Our district had seen a downhill trend in standardized test scores in mathematics. This forced us, as educators, to take an intentional look at our teaching practices. The past few years have been an exciting time in math instruction. Research on...
by Jenna Laib | Oct 13, 2019 | Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Grades K–2
We want students to think about math deeply. Creatively. Analytically. Instead, what often happens is that students race towards quick solutions. So what can we do to support this other kind of thinking in class—the slow, deep kind? By Jenna Laib One way is through...
