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Mathematics/Numeracy

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    Teacher Guide for Metric Stations Lab
    Author: Tessa Torowski
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows, Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    Use this teacher guide to introduce Metric Measurement through the use of a mobile lab kit. Learn more about this lesson at the Healthcare Career Pathway Initiative for Low-Literate Adults, Tuesday 9:30 -10:45 ATTACHMENTS: MetricStationsHealthcareConnections 1
    Integrating Learners’ Diverse Ways of Doing Math into Your Math Instruction
    Author: Laura Sherwood
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2016 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    Students from other countries learn different procedures for math operations and can become confused when trying to understand the standard algorithms taught in the U.S. But through the use of "number talk" instruction, ELLs explain their procedure for solving a problem. The instructor prompts the student and records and illustrates the student's thinking to develop all students' abilities in procedural fluency, conceptual understanding, and adaptive reasoning. This workshop presents ideas for using number talks and gives opportunities to try them out. ATTACHMENTS: Integrating Diverse Learners Math
    Traveling Through the Math Practices: Hands On Math (Word Doc)
    Author: Jessica Adams, Sandra Adkins
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2015 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    During this session participants will join Jessica and Sandra to explore the 8 Math Practices of the CCRS, what they mean for teaching math with greater depth, and simple activities to get your students thinking deeper about mathematics. Participants with all levels of math knowledge are invited to attend as no level of expertise is required by the participants.   Participants will travel to 8 stations to learn a math practice and try out an activity that shows the practice in action. Each station will demonstrate an activity that can easily be translated into skills needed for any of the High School Equivalency Exams and College and Career Readiness. All activities will be differentiated as well so attendees of all levels will be able to participate.   Activities to be covered include differentiated war, algebra tiles, Cuisenaire rods, pattern blocks, exploring triangles, fractions strips, problem solving, and attribute cards. ATTACHMENTS: Math Practices Handout FINAL
    Law and Algebra: SVU (Special Visual Unit) Workshop Resources (2015 COABE)
    Author: Heidi Schuler
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Conference 2015 Materials
    Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    For too long, algebra has been viewed in adult education as the second most daunting math (second only to fractions), and now it is time to make algebra as approachable as adding. Participants in this session will discover some new approaches to teaching algebra as patterns, rules, equations, and lines on a graph while utilizing research-based tools, techniques, and resources learned from the Adult Numeracy Instruction -“ Professional Development (ANI-PD). Hands-on practice and ready-to-use resources will be provided. ATTACHMENTS: Algebra in Our World packet Algebra in Our World packet Answer Key OER Fact Sheet for Adult Education College and Career Transition Programs Law and Algebra SVU presentation3
    Master the OER Universe! Remix, Revise and Share
    Author: Amanda Duffy, Ruth Sugar, Delphinia Brown, Dahlia Shaewitz,
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy, Science
    Program Level: Adult ESOL/ESL, Conference 2015 Materials, ESL/ESOL
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    Join math, science, and ESL adult educators to learn how to identify, use, modify, combine, and create open educational resources (OER) in an online environment. Bring your laptop/device and at least one science or math OER to modify (other OER will be provided too). We will evaluate these resources, revise and remix them, and consider licensing options for these newly created OER. This session is open to practitioners in all subject areas and promises to get you excited about using, creating, and sharing OER! ATTACHMENTS: Final_Remix and Revise Workshop HO_ReviseRemix_Master OER Universe final HO_Resources ESL Specific Open Educational Resources
    ELL and Numeracy: Let’s Roll up Our Sleeves
    Author: Amy Vickers, Patsy Vinogradov
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, Conference 2015 Materials, ESL/ESOL, GED Test Preparation
    Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategies
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    How can we support ELLs as they learn numeracy? Does that happen in "math" class or in "English" class? ABE math teachers (who often teach math conceptually) and ELL teachers (who often teach math contextually, within life-skills topics) have much to learn from each other. ATTACHMENTS: ELL and Numeracy_COABE2015 KnowledgeBase_ESLMathTeacher Knowledge base quiz
    The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same: Developing Core Numeracy
    Author: Jeff Goumas, M. Ed.
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Webinar Materials
    Material Type: Video
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    The new HSE tests are now over a year into implementation and, as may not be a surprise to many people, the mathematics portion continues to provide the biggest challenge to many of our adult learners. In order to clear the raised bar of mathematics mastery in the world of new tests, higher standards, and a 21st-century economy that increasingly requires post-secondary education and training (and...MORE math!) we must improve the foundations upon which our students' mathematics is based. This session focuses on the most missed math concepts of the new HSE tests as well as important data from PIAAC, and works backward to the core foundations (and instructional best practices for building these foundations) needed for increased student success in mathematics on test day and beyond. #COABE2015 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klxruT1V5Eo&t=15s
    Positive and Negative Numbers
    Author: Elana Feder
    Subject Area: Mathematics/Numeracy
    Program Level: Adult Basic Education, GED Test Preparation
    Material Type: Video
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
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    Abstract:

    A short, free, authentic professional development video for teachers in which ABE/Pre-GED preparation students learn about and practice problems with negative numbers using a room-floor number line. The video,  Positive and Negative Numbers,  will be found at this web address  http://www.mlots.org/?page_id=133.
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