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The math teacher's toolbox : hundreds of practical ideas to support your students / Bobson Wong, Larisa Bukalov, Larry Ferlazzo, Katie Hull Sypnieski.
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Title:The math teacher's toolbox : hundreds of practical ideas to support your students / Bobson Wong, Larisa Bukalov, Larry Ferlazzo, Katie Hull Sypnieski.
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Author/Creator:Wong, Bobson, 1971- author.
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Other Contributors/Collections:Bukalov, Larisa, 1973- author.
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Published/Created:Hoboken, NJ: Jossey-Bass, [2020]
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Call Number: QA11.2
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Library of Congress Subjects:Mathematics--Study and teaching (Middle school)--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Mathematics--Study and teaching (Secondary)--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Subject(s):Electronic books.
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Description:1 online resource () : illustrations (some color).
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Series:Teacher's toolbox series.
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Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on April 28, 2020).
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ISBN:9781119573241 electronic book
1119573246 electronic book
9781119573203 electronic book
1119573203 electronic book
9781119573296 paperback
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Contents:Machine generated contents note: Our Beliefs about Teaching Math
Structure of This Book
Why Good Math Teaching Matters
Basic Strategies
1. Motivating Students
What Is ft?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research Common Core Connections
Application
Nurturing Student Confidence
Motivating Through Math
Rewards
Motivating Through `Popular Culture'
Motivating English Language `Learners and Students with Learning Differences'
Student Handouts and Examples
What Could Go Wrong
Using Fear to Motivate
Stereotype Threat
"Why Do We Need to Know This?"
Misreading Students
Limitations to Motivation
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 1.1 Pattern Blocks
Figure 1.2 Rotational Symmetry
Figure 1.3 Exponential Growth
Figure 1.4 Identify a Void
2. Culturally Responsive Teaching
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Self-Reflection
Building a Collaborative Learning Partnership
What Could Go Wrong
"Color-Blind" Teaching
Good Intentions
Finding the Right Time or Place
Technology Connections
3. Teaching Math as a Language
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Eliciting the Need for Mathematical Language
Introducing Symbols and Terms
Translating Between Symbols and Words
Making Connections Between Math and English
Examples of Confusing Mathematical Language
Encouraging Mathematical Precision
Vocabulary Charts and Flash Cards
Visual and Verbal Aids
Word Walls and Anchor Charts
Student Handouts and Examples
What Could Go Wrong
Not Treating Math as a Language
Math an a "Bag of Tricks"
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 3.1 Concept Attainment
Figure 3.2 Words and Symbols Chart
Figure 3.3 Why the Word "Height" Is Confusing
Figure 3.4 Draw a Picture
Figure 3.5 Functions Anchor Chart
Figure 3.6 Polynomials Anchor Chart
Figure 3.7 Why the Formula a2 + b2 = c2 Is Confusing
4. Promoting Mathematical Communication
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Gore Connections
Application
Open-Ended Questions
Guiding Students in Conversation
Four-Step Thinking Process
Mathematical Writing
Differentiating for ELLs and Students-with Learning Differences
What Could Go Wrong
Dealing with Student Mistakes
Dealing with Teacher-Mistakes
Problems in Discourse
Finding the Time
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Attribution
Figures
Figure 4.1 Algebra Tiles Activity
Figure 4.2 Which One Doesn't Belong?
Figure 4.3 Error Analysis
Figure 4.4 Lesson Summary
5. Making Mathematical Connections
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Equivalence
Proportionality
Functions
Variability
Differentiating for ELLs and Students with Learning Differences
Student Handouts and Examples
What Could Go Wrong
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 5.1 Addition and-Subtraction of Polynomials
Figure 5.2 Multiplication with the Area Model
Figure 5.3 Division with the Model
Figure 5.4 Completing the Square
Figure 5.5 Determining the Center and Radius of a Circle
Figure 5.6 Why (a + b)2 ≠ a2 + b2
Figure 5.7 Ratios and Similarity
Figure 5.8 Areas of Similar Polygons
Figure 5.9 Volumes of Similar. Solids
Figure 5.10 Arc Length and Sector
Figure 5.11 Proportional Reasoning in Circles
Figure 5.12 Four Views of a Function
Figure 5.13 Rate of Change
Figure 5.14 Characteristics of Polynomial Functions
Figure 5.15 Even and Odd Polynomial Functions
Figure 5.16 Why ƒ(x) = sin(x) Is Odd and g(x)= cos(x) Is Even
Figure 5.17 Linear Regression
Figure 5.18 Long-Run Relative Frequency
Figure 5.19 Two-Way Tables
Figure 5.20 Conditional Probability
II. How to Plan
6. How to Plan-Units
What Is It?
Why We Tike
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Getting Started
Making Connections Between Big Ideas
Developing a Logical Sequence
Organizing Topics and Problems
Summarizing the Unit Plan
Being Flexible
Developing Students', Social and Emotional Learning
Incorporating Students' Cultures
Differentiating/or ELLs and Students with Learning Differenced
Student Handouts and Examples
What, Could Go Wrong
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 6.1 Unit Plan: List of Skills
Figure.6.2. Unit Plan: Concept Map
Figure 6.3 Unit Plan: Sequence of Lessons
Figure 6.4 Sample Unit Plan
7. How to Plan Lessons
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Defining the Lessons Scope
Introductory Activity
Presenting New Material Through Guided Questions
Practice
Differentiating for ELLs and Students with Learning Differences
Summary Activity
Student Handouts and Examples
What Could Go Wrong
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure.7.1. Do Now Problem
Figure 7.2 Lesson Plan: Standard Deviation
Figure.7.3. Lesson Plan: Slope-Intercept Form
Figure.7.4. Revised Baseball Field Word Problem
8. How to Plan Homework
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Sources
Homework Format
Homework as Practice
Homework as Discovery
Homework as Transfer
Discussing Homework
Collecting Homework
Grading Homework
Differentiating for ELLs and Students with Learning Differences
Student Handouts and Examples
What Could Go Wrong
Students Who Don't Do Homework
Mismanaging Class Time
Homework Review Challenges
Choosing the Wrong Problems
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 8.1 Homework as Practice
Figure 8.2 Homework as Discovery
-Ratios
Figure 8.3 Homework as Discovery
-Mean Proportional Theorem
Figure 8.4 Homework as Discovery
-Parabolas
Figure 8.5 Homework as Transfer
-Similarity
Figure 8.6 Homework as Transfer
-Bank Account
9. How to Plan Tests and Quizzes
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Types of Questions
Test Format
Quiz Format
Reviewing for Assessments
Creating Scoring Guidelines for Assessments
Grading Assessments
Analyzing Test Results
Returning Tests
Differentiating for ELLs and Students with Learning Differences
Alternate Forms of Assessment
Student Handouts and Examples
What Could Go Wrong
Poor Scheduling and Preparation
Assessments as Classroom Management
Poorly Chosen Questions
Mistakes on Assessments
Student Cheating
Different Versions of Tests
Grading and Returning Assessments
Test Retakes and Test Corrections
Technology Connections
Test Questions, Answers, and Scoring Guidelines
Test Review
Test Analysis
Figures
Figure 9.1 Algebra I Test
Figure 9.2 Precalculus Test
Figure 9.3 Quiz
Figure 9.4 Creating Scoring Guidelines
Figure 9.5 Blank Test Corrections Sheet
Figure 9.6 Completed Test Corrections Sheets
Figure 9.7 Test Reflection Form
10. How to Develop an Effective Grading Policy
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Standards-Based Grading
Minimum Grading Policy
Point Accumulation System for Grading
Differentiating for ELLs and Students with Learning Differences
More Than Just a Grade
What Could Go Wrong
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 10.1 Grade Calculation Sheet
Figure 10.2 Completed Grade Calculation Sheet
III. Building Relationships
11. Building a Productive-Classroom Environment
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Making a Good-First Impression
Learning Names
Getting to Know Students
Classroom Organization
Classroom Rules and Routines
Course-Descriptions
Soliciting Student Opinion
Taking Notes
What Could Go Wrong
Classroom Tone
Mishandling the Teacher
Student Relationship
Taking Notes
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Classroom Environment
Student Surveys
Note-Taking
Figures
Figure 11.1 Student Information Sheet
Figure 11.2 Course Description
Figure 11.3 Brief Handout
Figure 11.4 Full-Page Handout
Figure 11.5 Annotated Work
Figure 11.6 Double-Entry Journal
12. Building Relationships with Parents
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Communicating with Parents
Addressing Parents Math Anxiety
Parent
Teacher, Conferences
Home Visits
Working with Parents of Culturally Diverse Students
Working with Parents of Students with Learning Differences
What Could Go Wrong
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 12.1 Parent Communication Scripts
Figure 12.2 Parent Communication Log
13. Collaborating with Other Teachers
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Contents note continued: Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Discussing Values
Planning with Other Math Teachers
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Observing Other Teachers
Co Teaching
Mentoring
Lesson Study
Professional Learning Community
What Could Go Wrong
Lack of Trust
Reinforcing Negative Stereotypes
Lack of Colleagues
Lack of Time
Technology Connections
IV. Enhancing Lessons
14. Differentiating Instruction
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Differentiation by Content
Differentiation by Process
Differentiation by Products
Differentiation by Affect
What Could Go Wrong
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 14.1 Tiered Lesson
-Literal Equations
Figure 14.2 Tiered Lesson
-Midpoint
Figure 14.3 Curriculum Compacting
-Coordinate Geometry
Figure 14.4 Tiered Test Questions
Figure 14.5 Review Sheet
Figure 14.6 Fill-In Review Sheet
Figure 14.7 Review Booklet
15. Differentiating for Students with. Unique Needs
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Strengths and Challenges of Students with Unique Needs
Techniques to Support Students with Unique Needs
What Could Go Wrong
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 15.1 Frayer Model (Blank)
Figure 15.2 Frayer Model
-Perpendicular Bisector
Figure 15.3 Concept Map
16. Project-Based Learning
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Gore Connections
Application
Open-Ended Glasswork Problems
Open-Ended Homework-Problems
Projects
What Could Go Wrong
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 16.1 Discovering Pi
Figure 16.2 Area of a Circle
Figure 16.3 Point Lattice Assignment
Figure 16.4 Paint a Room
Figure 16.5 Project
-Bus Redesign Plan
17. Cooperative Learning
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
General Techniques
Differentiating for Students with Unique Needs
Examples
What Could Go Wrong
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 17.1 Jigsaw as Practice
Figure 17.2 Jigsaw as Discovery
Figure 17:3 Factoring Station
Figure 17.4 Peer Editing
18. Formative Assessment
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Asking the Right Questions
Eliciting Student Responses
Responding to Student Answers
Other Methods of Formative Assessment
Differentiating Formative Assessment
What Could Go Wrong
Technology Connections
19. Using Technology
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Classroom Organization
Mathematical Content
Using Technology for Culturally Responsive Teaching
Using Technology to Differentiate Instruction
What Could Go Wrong
Student Handouts and Examples
Technology Connections
Figures
Figure 19.1 Simulation of 1,000 Coin Flips
Figure 19.2 Transformations of Functions
Figure 19.3 Centroid of a Triangle
Figure 19.4 Two Views of a Graph Using Technology
20. Ending the School Year
What Is It?
Why We Like It
Supporting Research
Common Core Connections
Application
Review
Reflection
Recognition
Maintaining Relationships with Students
Differentiating Year-End Activities
What Could Go Wrong
Year-End Fatigue
What Can I Do to Pass?
Running Out of Time
Technology Connections.