Reflection on the Braining Camp Webinars by Ryan Rexer https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld Please share your reflections on how you plan to use Braining Camp during summer school and any lingering questions you may still have. Be sure to add your post to the correct column and include your first and last name as the title of your post. en-us 2021-05-13 15:49:13 UTC 2026-01-23 14:55:56 UTC hello@padlet.com Bryan Shaw bshaw40 https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1563844369 I plan to use braining camp manipulatives during summer school. I will use the promethean board to teach the lesson and then share a link with students to be able to access said manipulatives on their chrome books for practice or for a math assignment.]]> 2021-05-27 03:57:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1563844369 Daryl Tamez dtamez2 https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1577698480 It seems to me that the Braining Camp manipulatives and activities could be used prior to the algorithms being taught/learned as a means to build number sense.
They could be used as a means to reinforce learning or lessons, problem solving, & student centers. 
I'm likely to utilize this app all the different ways listed above. I especially like that the share codes don't expire. So, students can revisit the manipulatives any time. 
My biggest question is if Braining Camp is available all year, to all students?
With regards to the Math Flex time resources, I'd love to see some CGI activities/problems geared toward the more complex fractions task of 5th grade and 6th grade standards (beyond +/- fractions).]]> 2021-06-01 21:39:12 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1577698480 Yes, Braining Camp is available for all TK-6 students during 2021-2022 as well. rrexer https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1579816916 2021-06-02 15:16:55 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1579816916 Linda Tsai https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1584506839 After analyzing SuccessMaker initial placement data, I will use Brainingcamp to teach and review concepts. I love that I can create my own word problems for students to access via a share code. We also save on paper this way-- time too (instant feedback). I learned there are sub pages for each digital manipulative and view them as different templates I can use to help students visualize and grasp concepts. My students will surely use the Mathrack, Unilink Cubes, Plastic Base Ten Blocks, and Counting Chips that are provided to solve math problems using their whiteboards as well. I am in the process of learning to access and use the Promethean Board. ]]> 2021-06-04 04:52:03 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1584506839 Rekenrek and Counting Principle tsilva8 https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1586504515 I have never worked with a Rekenrek before! I loved the activities and lesson plans for its use. I will definitely utilize the fluency activities during the flex time in summer school. I also plan to use the Rekenrek in Braining Camp on the Promethean Board to show the whole class other students' thinking. I also think the Rekenrek will be helpful for students to visualize word problems, so I definitely want to incorporate word problems during summer school as well. I also watched webinars on the counting principle. It really helped me understand various math concepts and provided some fun activities that helped build mathematical understanding. Again, these activities will be great during the math flex time. ]]> 2021-06-05 01:19:39 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1586504515 Connie Takemoto-Hamachi connietakemotohamachi https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1600463809 I watched Brainingcamp 101 and Addressing Fraction Misconceptions.
1- Brainingcamp 101 was a great overview of all the available visual options for the students. During CGI/Number sense/ Counting Collection time any of these manipulative can be used to conceptualize and verbalize their thinking. The sharing feature is the best feature of all, especially during this time of the pandemic, where student to student contact is limited.  Students are able to access codes for other students and look to see what others are doing. I can see this really helping to lower the affective filter so students are not put on the spot, or may need help to get started, but are hesitant to ask. This can be used as a turn and talk as well. each student completes their own task, then can share it aloud. As a class we can see different ways of completing a problem. 

2- Addressing Fraction Misconceptions. First of all,  I must say Dr. Newton is very inspirational. Her intro to look at math and how to relate math to students is outstanding. I like how to she changes the student's mindset of not just finding the answers to math. But rather what is the question asking? What is the story behind it? How do you model that story? What does it look like? 
Any feature can be used just as long as students know that there is a story behind each math problem. It gives students a way to situate a problem then give a reason which will become the answer. Such great tips! ]]> 2021-06-11 06:04:53 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1600463809 Addition Strategies & Models-Braining Camp 101 bparel https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1602293440 I watched the webinar on addition strategies and it was eye-opening  to see the phases of mastery with addition and how they are achieved.  It was interesting to see the phases/progressions of mastery. Additionally, it was emphasized how important it is to allow students flexibility with numbers and most importantly have students talk about their thinking. Something that also stood out was how it was stated to stray away from the algorithm as much as possible.  I could definitely see using the activities shared during math flex time to further reinforce concepts. I could see number talks fitting perfectly with some of the activities shared.

The Braining Camp 101 webinar gave me more ideas of activities I could do with the manipulatives to practice multiplication facts as well as other math concepts. Some of the activities shared would go nicely as a follow up to the "Show Me" cards activities through Success Maker. ]]> 2021-06-12 06:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1602293440 Veronica Delgado https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1603610624 Brainingcamp 101
Great way to teach visual, interactive and hands on math for students.  It allows students to manipulate manipulatives digitally and grasp a better understanding of a skill or concept.  Students will have the opportunity to use the pen tools to draw, annotate free hand, break apart link cubes so they can visualize while manipulating.  this is a great tool to use before or after a lesson to reinforce the learning. 

Counting Principals and Beyond
This video touched on the importance of counting in the lower grades.  Students will develop a stronger number sense if counting is imbedded in lessons.  Asking students questions such as, how many are there, and observing the way they manipulate and count the objects will tell what the student already knows how to do.  Asking further questions and being more of a facilitator will allow students to discover different ways of counting and mastering certain skills.  

]]> 2021-06-13 19:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1603610624 Jessica Fernandez https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1614840746 I watched Brain Camp 101, Brain Camp 101 (3-5). This was a great review of all the available digital manipulative for students and teachers. I think these are great resources to implement the target lessons during this summer. In my class in particular, I will be using base ten blocks and number lines for our target lessons (number sense). These are great for visuals and keeping students engaged during lesson. I am excited to utilize all these resources.]]> 2021-06-18 19:04:46 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1614840746 Braining Camp 101 - I will be using many of the different manipulatives that were explained by Dan. I love that braining camp focuses on creating digital manipulatives that are almost identical to the physical manipulatives in the classroom. Counting - As I am teaching young learners in first grade, I want to build on the foundation of counting and number recognition. This includes recognizing conservation of numbers and continuing with subitizing. I will also try the “Sneaky Mouse” game and the “hide half of the screen” tool to reinforce these concepts. https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1616427693 2021-06-20 21:06:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1616427693 Genevieve Shek genevieveshek https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1616431620 Braining Camp 101 - I will be using many of the different manipulatives that were explained by Dan.  I love that braining camp focuses on creating digital manipulatives that are almost identical to the physical manipulatives in the classroom.  Counting - As I am teaching young learners in first grade, I want to build on the foundation of counting and number recognition.  This includes recognizing conservation of numbers and continuing with subitizing.  I will also try the “Sneaky Mouse” game and the “hide half of the screen” tool to reinforce these concepts. ]]> 2021-06-20 21:12:28 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1616431620 Xitlali Fernandez https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1617066593 The Counting Principles and Beyond webinar was so helpful! I’m always looking for engaging lessons for younger students, and when Zach spoke about subitizing games, I got excited because I know my students would really enjoy this. I don’t have access to pattern blocks, but I will be using the pattern blocks on Brainingcamp to do subitizing lessons and games, and lessons on geometry. I’m also interested in doing the Sneaky Mouse game he mentioned. I think I can use the linking cubes feature since they are easy to move around and manipulate. 

The Brainingcamp 101 webinar is helpful in that they show how each of the manipulatives work. I definitely have some ideas now on how I can use the number line app to do addition and subtraction with my 1st graders. This is my first time being introduced to Brainingcamp so having a breakdown of the features and ways I can use them for young students will really help me help my students learn math in a meaningful way. 

]]> 2021-06-21 06:00:26 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1617066593 I love Dr. Newton. I agree, she is wonderful! rrexer https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1618293436 2021-06-21 20:22:17 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1618293436 Hannah Latschar https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620225053 I plan to use Brainingcamp during the summer when the students are getting exposed on how to multiply, divide, add and subtract. The students will use the base 10 blocks to help with regrouping, multiplying. I also learned that you can click a button to break up the block and then also combine them together. ]]> 2021-06-22 18:58:27 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620225053 I watched Brainingcamp 101 (K-2) and the Counting Principles and Beyond (Part 1 of 2) by Zak Champagne. Brainingcamp is a wonderful platform for teachers to use when teaching interactive math, allowing the use of manipulatives including tens frames, rekenreks, linking cubes, and more. The video is an overview of how teachers can effectively incorporate Brainingcamp to their classrooms. It also explores how teachers can easily share the links for students to access. The Counting Principles and Beyond video discusses how kids learn to count. There are three important counting principles to understand. 1. Standard order principle - when counting, the names of the counting numbers are always said in the same order, and that order is meaningful. The order cannot be changed and it matters. (Mr. Mix Up - a great way to model mistakes for students for them to correct.) 2. One to one principle - when counting a set of objects, each and every object in the set is tagged with one and only one number in the counting sequence and each number with one and only one object. Kids will not double-count or skip numbers with this principle mastered. 3. Cardinal principle - when counting, the last number word spoken describes the important characteristic of the whole set. The last number word indicates the cardinality of the set. Conservation of cardinality: the cardinality of a set remains stable when: the order in which the objects in the set are counted is changed, or the the objects in the sets are rearranged or transformed. Hierarchical inclusion: each cardinal number includes those that come before it. The number 7 contains a set of 6, 5, 4, etc. Recommended activities: Brainingcamp is a great platform to help students visualize. Quick images - kids can count. Counting Jar - kids can count and make their own representations.Sneaky Mouse - 3 different color block pieces in a box, kids close their eyes, the sneaky mouse hides a piece, then kids guess which piece the mouse took.Cubes in Box - Adding up blocks in a box. kristynson1 https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620426148

]]> 2021-06-22 22:05:18 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620426148 Alexandra Smith https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620683957 1. Addition Strategies and Models (Ann Elise Record)

This webinar was great because Ann emphasizes the importance of understanding "The Phases of Mastery." The progression students make when learning mathematics builds over time and she mentions that we want students to use derived strategies (1 part of phases of mastery). She discussed a handful of word problem types and strategies which gave me a better idea of what manipulatives I should use during lessons and how I can use them more effectively. She also showcased share codes that I plan to use during summer school to ensure students are engaged and help with prep time. While using these manipulatives, it is important for students to share their thinking to track their progress and understand their ways of thinking. I definitely plan to try Ann's manipulative strategies to support students this summer.

2. The Counting Principles and Beyond (Zak Champagne)

As a first grade summer school teacher, I feel that this webinar was very beneficial! It focuses on counting principles and ensuring we set a foundation for students to grow and learn. The principles that he shares are pretty identical to what students need to know when looking at the CCSS which was really cool to see. In order for students to understand how to count, we have to keep practicing with them by counting everything. This gave me the idea of counting this in the classroom or how many footsteps it takes to get to the blacktop. Future work is impacted if students do/don't understand the counting principles so it is extremely important to support students in building these foundational skills. Math builds on concepts learned in previous grades and ensuring students learn the principles as young kids will greatly affect their ability to progress through each grade.

]]> 2021-06-23 01:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620683957 Brainingcamp 101 (3-5). https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620965493 I watched Brainingcamp 101 (3-5).

While watching  Brainingcamp 101, I really appreciated having the features of the Digital Manipulative's explained.  I can definitely see how the 16 manipulatives are most commonly used in the classroom.  I find Brainingcamp has created these manipulatives with the students in mind from having as much space as possible to use as well as providing tutorials for both teachers and students to use.  Watching this webinar was very beneficial in learning all about Brainingcamp’s virtual manipulatives.  Being able to use the “sub tools” is amazing.  The ease of changing the background of the board is great.  

Recently, while working with a small group I ran into an issue with dry erase markers.  Being able to use digital manipulatives will help give students an additional way to show their work.  The fact that Brainingcamp provides an ideas sections is an added bonus.

I can see myself creating boards and sharing them with my students to use. Something that I would like to see added is the ability to see what all students are working on in real time.  That feature would be super helpful during distance learning.
]]> 2021-06-23 03:53:49 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620965493 Brainingcamp 101 (3-5). melissaagalsoff https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620968399 While watching  Brainingcamp 101, I really appreciated having the features of the Digital Manipulative's explained.  I can definitely see how the 16 manipulatives are most commonly used in the classroom.  I find Brainingcamp has created these manipulatives with the students in mind from having as much space as possible to use as well as providing tutorials for both teachers and students to use.  Watching this webinar was very beneficial in learning all about Brainingcamp’s virtual manipulatives.  Being able to use the “sub tools” is amazing.  The ease of changing the background of the board is great.  

Recently, while working with a small group I ran into an issue with dry erase markers.  Being able to use digital manipulatives will help give students an additional way to show their work.  The fact that Brainingcamp provides an ideas sections is an added bonus.

I can see myself creating boards and sharing them with my students to use. Something that I would like to see added is the ability to see what all students are working on in real time.  That feature would be super helpful during distance learning.
]]> 2021-06-23 03:55:54 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1620968399 Lori M. Bravo https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1621003849 Braining Camp 101 (K-2) and The Counting Principles and Beyond (Part 1 of 2)
I was introduced to Braining Camp this past school year. I found that students actively engaged in this program during virtual learning. I primarily used Braining Camp for math fluency with second grade students. Braining Camp 101 was helpful in explaining the many features and math manipulatives teachers can demonstrate visually to their students. The usage of the share link option will help students engage with others and view other students thinking.
After viewing The Counting Principles and Beyond, I would incorporate the Quick View Images using ten frames to help my Kindergarten students in summer school develop alternative methods in counting numbers and the ability to verbalize their thoughts.]]> 2021-06-23 04:23:14 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1621003849 Webinars rcarreon1 https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1621761564 Thank you for the opportunity to get familiar with these tools. The SM  training provide as a great refresher to use the program effectively. The Xtra Math webinar will be a daily support for 10-15 minutes for students who are not fluent in their basic facts.
I look forward to implementing the Rekenrek app during the summer as well as the school year. These webinars hone my craft as a teacher.]]> 2021-06-23 14:17:19 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1621761564 Fractions Part 1 and 2 sandrarubio2 https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622308767 I watched both Fraction webinars. Both were helpful in showing me how to represent fractions to students in different ways. Most students have difficulty understanding fractions because they can’t conceptually see a visual representation of the fractions. Part 1 modeled how to show fractions with various manipulatives on Brainingcamp. Some of these manipulatives included the geoboard, pattern blocks, cuisannaire rods, number lines,  and circles. This webinar helped lay the foundation for fractions in lower grades. I plan to use these manipulatives to support students that are struggling with understanding adding and subtracting fractions. I would like for students to experiment and play with these manipulatives to figure out equivalent fractions. Fractions Part 2 covered equivalency and comparing fractions for upper grade students. I enjoyed watching how the trainer used the geoboard to partition fractions to make equivalent fractions. I think my students would really enjoy that activity. Another very useful tool that was shown was using the fraction tiles on a number line. Upper grade students will use number lines quite a lot and using the tiles will really help them see the sizes of each fraction when ordering and comparing. Both webinars were very helpful I plan to use these for my summer school 5/6 combo class. ]]> 2021-06-23 20:35:23 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622308767 Adriana Castaneda https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622428473 The first webinar I watched was Braining camp 101 (3-5). I found this training very useful when it comes to using manipulatives in the classroom. This is my first time being introduced to Braining camp and the way the content was explained was very easy to follow. I liked that this app offers a variety of tools that can be used when teaching a math lesson and not feel limited. I also liked the fact that not only does the app allow students to use manipulatives, but they are also able to share their work with the teacher or others.

The second webinar I watched was Addressing Fraction Misconceptions. For this video,I enjoyed watching the different ways that manipulatives can be used to help students conceptualize and visualize their work. Also, I like how the use of manipulatives can help students focus in the process on how to find answers in a meaningful way. By having students visualizing their work, it can help them overcome those misconceptions. I will definitely use BrainingCamp in my classroom to provide my students with different ways to learn and visualize their work.


]]> 2021-06-23 22:39:19 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622428473 Addressing Fraction Misconceptions melissaagalsoff https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622455903 I decided to watch this webinar to get ideas to help address fraction misconceptions.  The first thing that resonated with me was that students “suspend sense-making” while solving word problems.  Teaching third grade, I have seen this happen especially with story problems.  This was reiterated by a following quote that mentioned that students  rush to identify numbers to solve a problem (not necessarily identifying the operation(s) they need to use to solve the problem).  To help students think about why their answer solves the problem ask questions. How do you know? and What do you think? are a few questions to get students thinking about why their answer solves or does not solve the problem. While watching the webinar a document was shared that provides Brainingcamp boards to use to address several fraction misconceptions.  This will be a great resource to use to help address the provided fraction misconceptions.  Students understanding is helped when they are able to visualize what will become the procedure.  We need to have students do the reasoning, thinking and visualizing before the procedure is given.  I will use Brainingcamp to help provide opportunities for students to visualize problems.   It will be great to see the many ways students show their work or solve the problem so that those ways can be shared with other students.  This will help since the more students are able show they understand something the better they understand.   

I now know the basics of Braining Camp and the various math sheets that we can use in the classroom.  As a bonus, specific math sheets were shared to help address some fraction misconceptions.  Yay!]]> 2021-06-23 23:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622455903 Vanessa Holguin https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622973268 This was my first time exploring Braining Camp. I really appreciated this training because I was able to learn all the different manipulatives that the program has and the different ways that I can incorporate it during Math. I will be using Braining Camp with my students to help them better understand word problems, multiplication, and fractions. I love that I can create my own lesson and share the code with the students. Braining Camp will work great with the Promethean board and working problems together as a class. I think Braining Camp is such a great program because we are able to provide each student with a visual manipulative. This will help the students grasp the concept or skill on a deeper level. ]]> 2021-06-24 04:49:42 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1622973268 Nissa Sena https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1623801782 I attended the Using Digital Manipulatives Webinar. This will be useful for summer school as our manipulatives are limited. As I think about the transition to in person instruction I believe the digital manipulative will be extremely useful to model lessons while using the Promethean Board. This is a great way to model and let students practice at their own desks while social distancing to better understand instruction. Students can also use hands on manipulatives while I use digital ones. Students can also access this resource when working on CGI problems. ]]> 2021-06-24 15:30:33 UTC https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1623801782 Tammy Honda https://padlet.com/rrexer/ytoeuyn68zi84qld/wish/1624091830 I viewed Top 5 Rekenrek Activities, How to Use Subitizing 5 Different Ways, Components of Number Sense and BrainingCamp 101.  

Number Sense
Number sense is the foundation of everything kids do. In order to be fluent in anything in life you need accuracy, efficiency, and flexibility. I am grateful for the opportunity to build my fluency using BrainingCamp manipulatives with my summer school class. I am learning along with them. 

BrainingCamp 101
Anything that you do with the physical manipulatives you can do with digital. Working with physical counterparts makes digital manipulatives more meaningful. 
I am happy to see that rekenreks are available digitally since I do not have them in my classroom. 

Number Routines
Show a picture. Make it disappear. Then ask, What did you see? How do you know?
  • This is not a time to teach, but a time to listen. 
  • Build student understanding around numbers. 
  • Repeatable routines that build number sense
  • Ss focus on mathematical conversation
  • It’s not so much about getting that answer, but how they get it. What is their thinking?
  • Listen for number sense that encapsulates the thinking process. 
  • They should be student centered.
  • Based on Ss needs. Build from what they know
  • Help Ss see connections to more and more as the year progresses
  • Pay attention to the positives
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