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~ Carol S. Dweck
Phone: 613-733-5955
Absence Line: 613-733-1808
Growth Mindset
Suhana Kadoura
Intermediate Mathematics
Room 219
Instruction
Math instruction focuses on multi-strand
math investigations and problem solving.
Students use a variety of representations to
facilitate and enhance their understanding of
important math ideas.
Problem Solving is no longer saved for the
end of a unit. Research shows that teaching
through problem-solving is an effective way
to engage our children in mathematics.
Problem Solving
Helps math make sense
Connects skills and procedures to
situations
Develops flexible thinking skills
Provides a framework for retention
Math Program
The math program emphasizes a more
balanced approach of understanding.
There is a combination of teacher directed
learning, student inquiry and investigation of
important mathematical ideas.
Important to Note:
learning environment focuses on BIG
IDEAS (concepts vs. lists)
representing math thinking supports
students in making connections
math tasks are conceptual vs. drill
assessment involves a variety of tools and
strategies
questioning is used to elicit math thinking
vs. the right answer
Representations of
Mathematical Thinking
Assessment
Emphasis is placed on the process of learning
as well as the products of learning and may
include
exploratory investigations
in-class problems
day-to-day observations
demonstrations
daily math workouts
conferencing/oral
in-class projects
performances tasks
tests
Student work is judged against established
criteria.
A students achievement of the overall expectations
is evaluated on the basis of his or her achievement to
related specific expectations (including the
mathematical process expectations).
~Ontario Curriculum Mathematics
Grades 1 to 8, page 19
Achievement
Chart
Practice
Supports computational and procedural
fluency
Supports retention of new concepts
Supports development of connection
making and depth of understanding
Supports mathematical communication
Related
Process Expectations
Selecting Tools & Strategies
Application
Connecting
Problem Solving
Thinking
Reasoning
Reflecting
Communicating
Communication
Representing
Knowledge and Understanding consists of:
-Conceptual Understanding and
-Procedural Fluency