In this course, participants will study the research-based Eight Mathematics Teaching Practices as stated in the “Principles to Actions: Ensuring Mathematical Success for All.” These Practices are essential for high quality math education for all students and will be connected to the student outcomes of the Standards for Mathematical Practice as outlined in the Iowa Core. Included in this class will be instructional strategies with manipulatives and technology that can be utilized with struggling students.
MTSS for Secondary Math Course, Tier 2 & Tier 3
April 17, 2017
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Heartland AEA, Regional Education Center, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA
Register at this link
Target Audience: Secondary Math Teachers, TLC Coaches/ Mentor or Model Teachers, Curriculum Directors, Administrators looking to improve practice and outcomes for students.
Des Moines Public Schools and Drake University are teaming up to bring you Transforming Systems Through Standards-Based Learning on June 22 at the Iowa Events Center. Topics covered include implementing standards-referenced learning, including grading and reporting, over a large district, specific learning sessions for administrators, small school strategy on system transformation and aligning student information systems with standards-based learning.
The conference is designed for secondary and elementary educators who are starting authentic standards-based learning (including grading & reporting), teachers who are trying things on their own, and those who are looking for new ideas to try.
Save the Date: Transforming Systems through Standards-Based Learning
Date: June 22, 2017
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Location: Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd St, Des Moines
Registration coming soon!
Teachers, teacher leaders, mentors and administrators will gather April 6 from across the state to learn and plan for students' future successes and achievements. The 3rd Annual Educator Quality Conference will be held at Simpson College and will engage and unite educators from administrators to the classroom teacher. Topics covered include a focus on unifying educators, and examine the roles of positions from Teacher Leadership and Compensation (TLC) to English language learner teachers (ELL). First- through third-year teachers are also invited to attend and schools are encouraged to bring teams. Learn more about the conference in this flyer.
Register today, deadline is March 17.
In this course, participants will study the research-based Eight Mathematics Teaching Practices as stated in the “Principles to Actions: Ensuring Mathematical Success for All.” These Practices are essential for high quality math education for all students and will be connected to the student outcomes of the Standards for Mathematical Practice as outlined in the Iowa Core. Included in this class will be instructional strategies with manipulatives and technology that can be utilized with struggling students.
