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the first six weeks of math

A teacher’s guide to using Standards of Mathematical Practice to focus and organize the first six weeks of math, building student ownership and beginning conversations that will continue throughout the year.

start with the big picture

thoughts and tools for instructional planning beyond the lesson i recently saw a discussion about whether we should start with the lesson or start with the unit when planning instruction. is this a question? deep learning doesn’t come in random bites that can be contained and planned in 55 minute units. meaningful learning takes placeContinue reading “start with the big picture”