K-12 Professional Development Services Overview
Our comprehensive K-12 professional development services are designed to empower educators with the latest instructional practices and methods that align with research-based teaching strategies. We focus on fostering a deeper understanding of both conceptual and concrete mathematical thinking, ensuring students build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Key Areas of Focus
Conceptual to Concrete Mathematical Thinking
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Facilitate the transition from abstract mathematical concepts to hands-on application using real-world examples and authentic learning experiences.
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Strengthen educators’ abilities to scaffold learning and connect ideas across grade levels.
Use of Manipulatives
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Train educators in effectively integrating manipulatives into lessons to support visual and tactile learning.
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Explore innovative ways to use tools like base-ten blocks, fraction bars, and algebra tiles to enhance student comprehension.
Student Discourse and Collaboration
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Promote strategies for fostering meaningful mathematical discourse, encouraging students to articulate their reasoning and critique the reasoning of others.
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Provide techniques to create a classroom culture where all students feel confident sharing and exploring mathematical ideas.
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
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Equip educators with frameworks for teaching problem-solving strategies that go beyond rote memorization.
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Emphasize perseverance in problem-solving, allowing students to explore multiple pathways to solutions.
Service Offerings
Workshops
Engaging sessions tailored to specific grade levels or district goals, focusing on current best practices and instructional innovations.
Model Lessons
On-site demonstration lessons showcasing effective teaching strategies, followed by debrief sessions to reflect on outcomes and applications.
Collaborative Planning
Guided planning sessions using existing curriculum resources to design lessons that align with standards and meet student needs.
Ongoing Coaching and Support
Personalized coaching to support teachers in implementing new strategies and refining their practice over time.
Needs Assessment
Comprehensive evaluations to identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth at the classroom, school, or district level.
Our professional development services prioritize actionable strategies that can be seamlessly integrated into daily instruction. By focusing on the interplay between conceptual understanding, concrete application, and student engagement, we help educators create dynamic, student-centered learning environments where all students thrive.