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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.

    • 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.
    • Other Contributors/Collections:Bukalov, Larisa, 1973- author.
      ProQuest (Firm)
    • 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.
    • Subject(s):Electronic books.
    • Description:1 online resource () : illustrations (some color).
    • Series:Teacher's toolbox series.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
      Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on April 28, 2020).
    • ISBN:9781119573241 electronic book
      1119573246 electronic book
      9781119573203 electronic book
      1119573203 electronic book
      9781119573296 paperback
    • 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.
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