In contrast to the most common math programs in the United States, Singapore math devotes more time to fewer topics, to ensure that children master the material through detailed instruction, questions, problem solving, and visual and hands-on aids like blocks, cards and bar charts.
I like this idea and can see many teachers identifying the importance of students fully understanding topics in order to move on. However, without fully adopting this math program, it seems school curriculum is often so structured on an upbeat pace that would make this style of learning difficult to commit to in the secondary levels..?
An educational resource for teachers and post-secondary students alike; professional development, lesson examples, and a collection of resource websites are all available for access.
A website with online resources including interactive projects where students would work through at their own pace and make connections to the content periodically.
Easy to navigate website with examples of lessons and resources to help teachers achieve goals within the Common Core State Standards. Just search by subject and grade focus to begin exploring!
Lesson idea requiring students to interpret changing height or time over an interval from one of several videos on the website. This could be a strong challenge lesson!
Collection of 50 websites, blogs, articles and more to help teachers achieve the goals of the Common Core State Standards and other related factors and/or issues.
Website with blog entries from several different blogging teachers with strategies and examples for promoting critical thinking among students. This link in particular discusses how to help students persevere when struggling in math.
Website where teachers can share their lessons and ideas. Searchable by grade and subject. With so many states adopting the Common Core standards, this will help teachers collaborate regardless of location.