Sept. 13 Math KG by Gynelle Gaskell https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv en-us 2021-09-08 12:07:08 UTC 2025-11-22 12:35:25 UTC hello@padlet.com Non-English speakers experience inequity during math. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734847828 2021-09-13 03:35:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734847828 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734849312 Pushing students beyond what is appropriate for a student can cause frustration but not challenging enough can also cause frustration. Finding that balance and appropriate differentiation can be challenging. ]]> 2021-09-13 03:36:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734849312 I find it problematic that students get math learning support during the math block. It impacts access to core instruction but teams of teachers have not been able to come up with other times that work either. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734850355 2021-09-13 03:36:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734850355 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734850411 Parents can be a source or negative math attention for children. Focusing only on how quick a child can solve the problem or their math score. ]]> 2021-09-13 03:36:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734850411 By having enough time to check in with each child and ensuring there is understanding before moving on. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734850847 2021-09-13 03:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734850847 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851288 Strategic grouping. Valuing all input (including incorrect answers) because there is learning that can come from it.]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851288 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851302 Assuming these “truisms” (“ all people should find joy in math” “inquiry best enables us to teach math”) apply to all learners. That systems changes (to curricula) will eventually make it possible to level the playing field. That does not mean they are not good goals but even these assumptions are culturally and “able-ism” biassed. ]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851302 By moving too quickly and not giving students the time to develop deep understanding https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851501 2021-09-13 03:37:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851501 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851601 Co-constructing math tools and strategies with students so our classroom posters, math TPRs, word problems, and tests give students an authentic opportunity to feel responsible for their learning and engage students at all levels]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851601 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851674 Students being pulled during math time miss the lesson and then come back and need to catch up. Not enough time. 
ELL students ]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734851674 New vocabulary that is unfamiliar to the student may misrepresent their math understanding when in actuality they need vocabulary defined rather than math conceptual reteaching or interventions we assume that student needs https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852382 2021-09-13 03:37:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852382 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852600 Check in with students regularly ]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852600 Going too fast and moving on. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852665 2021-09-13 03:37:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852665 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852910 not spending enough time to develop the deeper conceptual learning ]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734852910 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853360 ELL experience inequities in math]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853360 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853512 Not giving students enough time to develop their conceptual understanding

]]> 2021-09-13 03:37:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853512 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853814 Providing different ways for children to interact with the learning (tech, hands on, visual, etc)]]> 2021-09-13 03:38:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853814 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853836 Making sure that content is accessible to all by providing scaffolding, visuals, and cultural relevance…keeping in mind students with different cultural backgrounds, language proficiency, and abilities. ]]> 2021-09-13 03:38:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734853836 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734854681 Trying to group students according to needs]]> 2021-09-13 03:38:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734854681 Offering Appropriate Challenge https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855205 Not offering enough challenge aligned to particular students.]]> 2021-09-13 03:38:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855205 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855588 Expecting students to understand  references like a "lemonade stand" or buying a dozen eggs when we construct problems that starts students three steps behind before they've even begun

]]> 2021-09-13 03:38:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855588 By building confidence and skills through the use of tools and strategies. When students experience success in solving math problems, it builds a more positive math identity. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855729 2021-09-13 03:38:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855729 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855838 Lots of visuals]]> 2021-09-13 03:39:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855838 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855874 Rushing through the curriculum, only focusing on one strategy or only accepting one strategy, not allowing time for students to talk through their answer or understand their mistakes]]> 2021-09-13 03:39:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855874 Time to check in and provide interventions as needed https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855954 2021-09-13 03:39:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734855954 Catering for different learning styles. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856036 2021-09-13 03:39:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856036 Working with similar ability students (such as those with similar conceptual challenges, those with similar language challenges) to slow down the pace, increase explicit-ness is key /core knowledge. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856345 2021-09-13 03:39:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856345 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856529 Find extra time to help students who needs to catch up ]]> 2021-09-13 03:39:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856529 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856575 ELL learners and learners with disabilities]]> 2021-09-13 03:39:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856575 Having multiple access points. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856946 2021-09-13 03:39:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734856946 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734857435 Difficult when there are students significantly above the grade level expectation. How to balance that within a class and not let it become something which diminishes the enthusiasm/self esteem of other students. ]]> 2021-09-13 03:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734857435 Help teachers tease out the “nice to knows” vs “need to knows” So challenged learners can meet basic conceptual targets https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734857473 2021-09-13 03:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734857473 There is not enough time dedicated in the curriculum/calendar to developing deep understandings, practicing, and learning vocabulary (both academic and Tier II words) before teachers have to move on to stay on track with the units. https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734858033 2021-09-13 03:40:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734858033 https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734858317 Taking the time to teach different strategies, providing opportunities for students to see how others have solved the same problem (i.e. number talks)]]> 2021-09-13 03:40:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ggaskell/mb66pteynev3qjyv/wish/1734858317