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Using Developmental Continuum to Address Student Learning Needs
Area(s) of Focus: curriculum, math
Division(s): Primary, Junior
Level(s): Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
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Teachers developed a framework to use developmental continua to support student learning. The project increased teacher and student efficacy and was clearly evident in the deeper understanding of mathematics in children.

Keyword(s):
context for learning mathematics, developmental continua, prime
Kindergarten Inquiry in the Outdoor Classroom
Area(s) of Focus: curriculum, kindergarten, math, technology, well being
Division(s): Primary
Level(s): Kindergarten
Resource(s) Available:
We promoted inquiry learning in kindergarten by using natural materials to create provocations in the outdoor classroom. We examined ways to help children communicate their thinking and extend their explorations.

Keyword(s):
inquiry, loose parts, natural materials, outdoor learning, provocations
Math Continuum Development
Area(s) of Focus: curriculum, kindergarten, math
Division(s): Primary
Level(s): Kindergarten
Resource(s) Available:
A two-year math learning continuum was built to support educators while planning and assessing, responding to students’ needs and the differentiation of instruction, all while keeping in mind the developmental readiness of students in kindergarten.

Keyword(s):
continuum, kindergarten, math