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Conference 2017 Materials

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    Ability to Benefit: Connecting WIOA & Student Financial Aid to Educate Low-Skilled Students
    Author: Lauren Walizer & Judy Mortrude
    Subject Area: Other
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    What is ability to benefit and why does it matter? How it can be used in coordination with efforts to implement WIOA Examples in the adult ed space that are applicable to ATB Issues hampering development of career pathways that accept ATB
    CUNY HSE Math Framework: Rate of Change and Starting Amount
    Author: Eric Appleton, Mark Trushkowsky
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Lesson Plan, Presentations/Slideshows, Reference, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Students will discover the relationship between rate of change, starting amount, and function rules. Students will use rate of change and starting amount to determine function rules from tables. Students will determine rate of change, starting amount, and function rules for contextualized problems.   The materials for the workshop can also be accessed using the following link: Bit.ly/COABE2017CUNY
    Mathematical Modeling: Questions from a Math Teachers’ Circle
    Author: Mark Trushkowsky
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Lesson Plan, Presentations/Slideshows, Reference, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    We believe in the power of adult education teachers doing math together, making connections between our learning and teaching   The materials for the workshop can accessed using the following link: Bit.ly/COABE2017CUNY
    Perseverance and Sense:Making in Mathematical Problem-Solving: What Student Thinking Can Teach Us
    Author: Mark Trushkowsky
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Lesson Plan, Reference, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Teaser for math memos - good problems, student work, push and extension, ideas about How to teach problems Understanding student thinking through looking at work Seeing the power of drawing out where students are and teaching from there Formative assessment Supporting sense-making Encouraging perseverance The materials the workshop can accessed using the following link: Bit.ly/COABE2017CUNY
    Teaching Science Through Inquiry: Concepts in Evolution
    Author: Mark Trushkowsky
    Subject Area: Science
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Lesson Plan, Presentations/Slideshows, Reference, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Scientific Inquiry: “...the diverse ways in which scientists study the natural world and propose explanations based on the evidence derived from their work.” Learning through Inquiry: “Students describe objects and events, ask questions, construct explanations, test those explanations against current scientific knowledge, and communicate their ideas to others.”   The materials the workshop can accessed using the following link: Bit.ly/COABE2017CUNY  
    Math Practices for ESOL Teachers
    Author: Connie Rivera
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    Define mathematics Establish a Mathematical Mindset Apply a strategy for math integration in ESOL instruction aimed at the Math Practices Introduce an ESOL teacher friendly version of the Standards for Mathematical Practice
    The Magic of Advocacy
    Author: Jody Angelone; Susan Sheehan
    Subject Area: Advocacy
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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    Abstract:

    A practical overview of the policy landscape and examples of how you, adult educators. and your students can weigh in on the impact of important legislative discussions. Presenters provided some basic advocacy information and shared practical ways that instructors can incorporate advocacy in their classrooms and become better advocates for their students. Shared how our adult education teachers provide advocacy through a series of classroom taught lessons, class outings, service projects, and volunteer work. Presenters provided participants with resources and examples of advocacy activities and events that can be replicated in the ABE and ESOL classrooms. Resources are shared through this Dropbox link,
    • https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zlvkxhy1iva7nhs/AACP61Nfosg3e8zcqQloe8JSa?dl=0
    Math Hacks – Instructional Strategies for Improved Mathematical Reasoning
    Author: Ronald Allan Cruz, M.Ed.
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
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