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Building a Community of Mathematicians
This project explores how we can build a community of mathematicians among our colleagues, our classrooms and throughout the school community. Some strategies we explored include problem-solving, number talks and the use of math tools.
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Reading Non-Fiction Texts in Social Studies
For this project, we developed lessons which integrate Grade 4, 5 and 6 social studies with the language curriculum. We used the fiction and nonfiction Reading Signposts by Beers and Probst to read social studies texts for deeper understanding.
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Got Real-World Issues? Engaging Students Through the Creation of a Cross-Curricular Collaborative Problem-Solving Adventure
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculumDivision(s): IntermediateLevel(s): Grade 7, Grade 8Resource(s) Available:This project provides resources to support inquiry-based, cross-curricular learning connected to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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Using Three-Act Math and Technology to Improve Student Engagement and Increase Conceptual Understanding in Mathematics
Area(s) of Focus: math, technologyDivision(s): IntermediateLevel(s): Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8Resource(s) Available:Having experienced success with Three-Act Math, we were interested in pursuing more time to research and create a teacher-friendly Resource of Three-Act Math and related online activities. This resource would align to the Ontario Math Curriculum.
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Vision of Math: How Might We Improve our Practice for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired?
An investigation into how me might change our teaching practice in math to include students who are blind or have limited vision.
