What questions do you have about preparing math coaches/specialists or about what they do? by Skip Fennell https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a Feito com uma mente curiosa en-us 2017-12-07 01:53:23 UTC 2017-12-13 16:55:15 UTC hello@padlet.com How much mathematics should be completed? ffennell https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/213962183 2017-12-07 01:53:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/213962183 Courses https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863715 What is the reasoning behind having equal course time in all areas of mathematics?  

]]> 2017-12-13 16:24:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863715 Cost as a barrier https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863840 We talked about cost to the provider as a potential barrier, but what about the cost to the degree/endorsement seeker? How do we make this affordable/free to the students?]]> 2017-12-13 16:25:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863840 Staff advocacy https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863951 Can school staff help advocate for the mathematics coach? That is, helping to define the need and clarifying the role. ]]> 2017-12-13 16:25:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863951 How do we draw current math specialists/coaches into a certification program? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863956 If they are already doing the job, will they feel the need to get the certification?]]> 2017-12-13 16:25:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863956 How can teacher leadership be integrated within the math content courses instead of a stand alone course? stesha https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863994 2017-12-13 16:25:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215863994 We discussed the need for being able to work with adult learners as change agents. https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864064 2017-12-13 16:25:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864064 How can we identify good candidate for specialist certificate based on work in schools? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864153 2017-12-13 16:25:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864153 Pre-service or In-service? What do you think about adding this certification option to pre-service programs vs. having it as an in-service opportunity? Does the extra training "take" better with some classroom experience under one's belt? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864321 2017-12-13 16:25:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864321 Program Completion https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864362 Many don't end up completing the program because is isn't required or there is no demand. But, is there any incentive?]]> 2017-12-13 16:26:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864362 https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864378 Where to begin? With school administrators calling for math specialist certification; essentially petitioning the state for a certification? Or do we try to get the state on board first with a certification?]]> 2017-12-13 16:26:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864378 How are school based positions defined in terms of pay/hours worked? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864484 2017-12-13 16:26:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864484 Online vs Face-to-Face https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864502 Which is best for development of conceptual understanding of both the mathematics as well as instructional approach ... and the leadership component? ]]> 2017-12-13 16:26:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864502 District administration https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864503 How do we ensure district and school building administrators utilize the math coaches/specialists well?]]> 2017-12-13 16:26:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864503 Are there good models for leadership courses at universities in states that have elementary math specialist certifications? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864543 2017-12-13 16:26:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864543 Helping districts make a commitment to have building based coaches is critical. https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864574 2017-12-13 16:26:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864574 https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864589 What benefit(s) would a teacher see to getting this certification? Why would teachers want to spend the time and money pursuing this?

]]> 2017-12-13 16:26:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864589 https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864605 2017-12-13 16:26:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864605 Cost Barrier https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864677 How can we give teachers credit toward a Math certification for the courses/professional development they may already have taken?

]]> 2017-12-13 16:26:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864677 What do people think about math teachers in elementary school - who only teach math? Moving away from generalist to departmentalized math instruction in elementary? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864787 2017-12-13 16:26:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864787 Coach to Administrators https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864847 What is your opinion about math coaches also supporting school administrators (principals/APs)? Someone/Some entity (often not the coach), assumes that as an instructional leader a principal doesn't need further support/development to support their teachers. How do we effectively develop a mutual understanding and set of responsibilities or think of coaches and administrators as TEAMS to build a coherent vision within a school or district?]]> 2017-12-13 16:27:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864847 https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864947 How do you get school districts to move away from an instructional coach who will cover both math and reading?

]]> 2017-12-13 16:27:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864947 It seems like some of the math content here could overlap with secondary education. Would these programs be more viable if the math portion were used for both https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864962 2017-12-13 16:27:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215864962 https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865172 How can we identify the *potential* in teachers to target for this work? What qualities do teachers need at a prerequisite and what are things that can/should be developed through the certification?]]> 2017-12-13 16:27:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865172 Content and Pedagogy https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865232 Do you think it works to "blend" them within courses, or do there need to be separate courses dedicated to each? ]]> 2017-12-13 16:27:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865232 Time for Teachers to Talk to Each Other https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865787 How does advocacy for EMS relate to discussion about structuring the school day for more in-school teacher learning?]]> 2017-12-13 16:28:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865787 Content https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865974 Are there examples of syllabuses and content for math courses for specialists?  And those that blend content and pedagogy?]]> 2017-12-13 16:28:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215865974 How can you develop a program that is responsive to needs of the math specialist/coach? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866002 2017-12-13 16:29:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866002 Would a math specialist 'badge' be viewed as a resume advantage by school districts (prior to official recognition of credential)? glitman https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866048 2017-12-13 16:29:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866048 What does getting having this certification option cost the https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866073 state or district?]]> 2017-12-13 16:29:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866073 Are there incentives for teachers to become elementary math specialists/coaches https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866091 2017-12-13 16:29:12 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866091 Adult learning https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866218 How much emphasis should be placed here and what are the best resources or examples?]]> 2017-12-13 16:29:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215866218 What do you think about making the math specialist courses an undergraduate minor for an elementary teaching degree? https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215867560 2017-12-13 16:32:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215867560 https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215879254 2017-12-13 16:54:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ffennell/bzi1v4ii1c3a/wish/215879254