The project is focused on improving
students’ achievement in mathematics.
Professional development for K-9 teachers of mathematics will be provided during
summers 2004-2006 and evenings during the school year. Teachers will participate
in classroom experiences designed to increase and broaden their knowledge of
mathematics content, assessment in mathematics and instructional strategies.
A combination of horizontal and vertical collaboration among classroom teachers,
school administrators, university mathematics faculty, and university education
faculty, will facilitate growth in mathematics instruction in the classroom.
The use of professional meetings, classroom observations, video tape analysis,
and modeling will define the structure of the professional development.
A cadre of lead teachers will receive additional instruction to provide continuity
at the completion of the grant. Additional intense preparation in mathematics
content and mentoring will provide the lead teachers the skills to work effectively
with the K-9 teachers of mathematics. The lead teachers will progressively assume
leadership in planning and executing the initiatives of the grant.
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1. Increase the percentage of students
passing ISTEP+
2. Align math curriculum to IN State Standards
3. Utilize alternative assessments
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Clarksville Community
School Corporation- Coordination/Participation
St. Anthony’s School: Participation
Indiana University Southeast: Training
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Excellent participation and involvement
from all participating teachers.
This is a great opportunity to expose and expand all
teachers of mathematics, K-9 and special education,
to effective teaching strategies.,
We are also excited about the identification and training
of “lead teachers” who will also become
mentor certified as a result of this program.
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Never did feel like “a long day”. It was fun and extremely relevant.
Great ideas about different assessment techniques.
I think I will be able to use a variety of them.
These sessions were very will planned and very thought
provoking. They were great teachers with a difficult
concept.
I really appreciate the exposure to the use of manipulatives.
Now I fell competent and confident in using them as
a teaching tool.
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