NCTM 2023 - Positioning by Kristen Fye

2023-10-26 15:51:37 UTC

Mistakes are a part of math. I really encourage students to make mistakes because it is how you learn best!

Start small and build to the classroom culture you want.

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Modeling and rewarding the thinking process not necessarily the answer

2023-10-26 15:52:01 UTC

I specifically choose student work samples that move from concrete—>representational—>abstract

I show student work samples in that order on the document camera to highlight efficient strategies for the lesson

2023-10-26 15:52:07 UTC

Students can answer each other’s questions to the whole class

2023-10-26 15:52:08 UTC

I encourage students to support one another and really zone on supporting each other! It is amazing to see students teach each other!

2023-10-26 15:52:10 UTC

Demonstrating and sharing work

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Create a safe space where it’s okay to make mistakes!

2023-10-26 15:52:46 UTC

Open ended questions, not stifling incorrect answers but using them as a door to explore deeper

2023-10-26 15:52:49 UTC

After trying to solve a problem independently, I have students turn and talk to discuss the answer and how they solved it. They compare each others strategies and aim for the most efficient strategy

2023-10-26 15:52:53 UTC

Do not let students raise thier hands when I ask questions because that stops others from thinking

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reinforcing that there isn’t just one way to do things!

Interactive Modeling

2023-10-26 15:53:09 UTC

Students benefit from modeling regarding the norms and expectations in the classroom. We cannot expect students to know how to talk to one another. This skill should be demonstrated and practiced by both teacher and students.

2023-10-26 15:53:18 UTC

Students do turn and talks when a tricky new idea or type of problem is presented to share their ideas in a small group before with the whole class

2023-10-26 15:53:20 UTC

Encouraging students to think out loud and have open discussions about concepts. Also showing students that if they think they are wrong it can provide a learning opportunity.

2023-10-26 15:53:27 UTC

I would like to incorporate a math shout out board for students to show their appt to each other. I think this is important. Otherwise I give each student specific feedback on assignments and tell them thank you for their hard work.

2023-10-26 15:53:31 UTC

Use of document cameras as students work through problems to encourage thinking out loud and classroom discussion. This also allows for students to compare their own unique strategies.

2023-10-26 15:53:33 UTC

Growth mindset work at the beginning of year, consistent language around mindset throughout

2023-10-26 15:53:36 UTC

I really encourage them to talk and work with each other in groups. I get in trouble when I don’t tell them the answers and let them work at it

2023-10-26 15:53:49 UTC

I don't tell students if they are right or wrong. Ask more questions

2023-10-26 15:54:08 UTC

The classroom is a safe place to express thoughts, ideas, reasons for Mathematics. Each person's ideas and input is valued and adds to the creative problem solving

2023-10-26 15:54:13 UTC

Classroom agreement around student reactions to themselves and others during struggle - support vs. judgement

2023-10-26 15:54:47 UTC

Praising students answers/questions when they have an interesting idea or connection, even if/especially if it’s wrong

2023-10-26 15:54:58 UTC

Strategy sharing - small group work where students can share different approaches to solving problems

2023-10-26 15:55:19 UTC

Allowing students to share how they solved the problem and comparing each different ways to see the problem

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Specific feedback on both process and product

2023-10-26 15:55:38 UTC

I play Pass the story to answer written response or explain your a answer to help build a strong answer and empower more students to participate

In the thinking classroom, student groups approach problem solving with creative ideas all shared so each group shares with the entire classroom

2023-10-26 15:57:03 UTC