Summary
Contents
Subject index
Because the Common Core requires bold action
Why The Common Core, an Uncommon Opportunity? Why now? Because it tackles a largely overlooked component of successful implementation: how to redesign your instructional delivery system, K-12. And you'll have to; if you don't, you'll be subject to the very same failure and frustration so many other districts and schools are experiencing. What's more, March and Peters describe how to integrate 21st Century Skills at the very same time.
What are the big benefits of this book? If you're a district leader, it will help you: Develop consistent and structured teaching and learning practices across content areas; Ensure sustainable processes through continuous curriculum review and revision; Strategically use data to monitor student performance goals; Support and sustain enacted reforms through district-wide infrastructure adjustments; Provide teachers with Common Core-aligned course tools, including sample curriculum maps, lessons, and specific teaching suggestions
There's no need to start from scratch or attempt to reinvent the wheel. March and Peters have done much of the prep for you. Their processes and tools have already worked in numerous districts—and they can be custom-fit to yours.
“[This] system helped us not only re-invent ourselves, but also build the internal capacity we needed to maintain our momentum. This book is a must for any district that is serious about taking advantage of the Common Core to re-invent itself.”
—Connie Hathorn, Ph.D., Superintendent
Youngstown City School District
“Few books offer such deep and specific information to assist the field in successful implementation of the Common Core and state learning standards…. This book is a gift to practitioners of all levels, and those practicing in any type of school or district.”
—Dr. Lynn Macan
Cobleskill-Richmondville CSD
Integrating Best Practices into Unit Plans
Integrating Best Practices into Unit Plans
“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.”
In this the second of the two chapters on “best practices,” we will present ideas and examples about the remaining list of research-based practices. Knowing how to select and use the best practices is essential for teachers to meet the increased demands of the new content standards and the 21st century skills.
Mathematical Problem Analysis and Problem Solving
Math problem solving means finding the method for solving a problem and obtaining a solution. It is commonly associated with word problems. To find a solution, students draw on their own knowledge of similar situations and experiences and ...
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