Reach for the numbers
is a mathematics initiative that will annually impact
approximately 440 English Language Learners in K-9
to achieve academic English proficiency within the
context of mathematics. Initially, 16 teachers will
learn and implement hands-on scientifically based
instructional strategies particularly in the areas
of number sense, algebra/functions, measurement and
problem solving. Teachers will attend a two-week
summer institute in August 2004 conducted by the
Departments of Mathematics and Education of St. Mary’s
College. During the school year, Saint Mary’s
College staff will provide on –site job-embedded
coaching and support based upon teachers’ needs.
Monthly classroom visits and monthly meetings will
be conducted with teachers for teacher reflection.
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1. Teachers
will implement scientifically research-based instructional
strategies that will increase student academic achievement
among English Language Learners (ELL) in mathematics
and English language proficiency with the context
of mathematics.
2. ELL students’ math
scores will improve on ISTEP+ tests.
3. ELL teachers’ intellectual
growth will be stimulated and their math knowledge and
skills will be updated.
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South
Bend Community School Corporation- Communicates
among all constituents; organizes and facilitates
work of Advisory committee, collects data and prepares
reports.
Saint Mary’s College: Presents
professional development; conducts classroom observations;
provides feedback to teachers, facilitates monthly
meetings for teachers.
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Having Saint Mary’s
College personnel from the Department of Mathematics
and Education giving various presentations during
the summer institute gives better perspectives on
math, learning content, application, and teaching
methodologies.
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“I
have implemented the card game to show expanded notation.
I feel more confident teaching math.”
“I will encourage the students to use more manipulatives while problem solving
and allow more time for them to explain (orally and written) their reasoning.”
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