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ENROLLMENT OPENS Jan. 17, 2021 – STREAM: Algebraic Thinking 6-7 (Feb. 7-28, 2021)
This 3-week course is designed for middle grade teachers to draw out high level algebraic thinking from their students. The focus is on teacher practices utilizing 6th and 7th grade Expressions and Equations Standards as a vehicle to improve algebraic thinking of students and teacher pedagogy. 15 Renewal Units Enrollment Opens - January 17, 2021 […]
Find out more »ENROLLMENT OPENS Jan. 17, 2021 – STREAM: Algebraic Thinking K-5 (Feb. 7 – 28, 2021)
This 3-week course is designed to address K-5 algebraic thinking standards. Participants in this module will examine learning progressions in Algebraic Thinking with a focus on foundational ideas that promote algebraic understanding. Specific goals include the following: Recognize that addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division operate under the same properties in algebra as they do in […]
Find out more »ENROLLMENT OPENS Jan. 17, 2021 – STREAM: Making Sense of Modeling HS (Feb. 7-28, 2021)
During this module, you will learn about facets of mathematical modeling instruction and assessment in high school. Specific goals and activities include the following: Recognize competing conceptions for the term “modeling”, understand the MCSM definition of modeling and the six components of the modeling cycle, and rate modeling prompts on a scale from weak to […]
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Irish Language Learning Online (Jan. 10 – March 14, 2021)
There are three levels of instruction in the Irish language: Beginning 1; Beginning 2; and Intermediate 1. The Direct Method is the teaching methodology employed, so there is a strong emphasis on mastering the sounds of the language. The instructors supplement the instruction with discussion on various aspects of the history, language and culture of […]
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