Math: Number Lines

I received a request today from a teacher who was looking for interactive resources while teaching number lines. She shared that they are comparing the hundred number charts to the number lines while searching out the patterns and finding missing numbers. Of course students will need to explain their thinking using the visuals. I created this SMORE with a few resources that I hope will help them. Let me know if you have recommendations that work for you. My two favorite resources from this digital online flyer is Find the Number from Oxford University and then the Number Line Hotel from Think Math. Hope you enjoy these: https://www.smore.com/1z7ar

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Posted in hundred chart, math, number lines, number square, resources, smore

Happy Numbers Demo

Hello friends! I ran across this site for K-2 students/teachers on numeracy instruction. It is compatible on all devices and provides immediate feedback and individual differentiation is possible. Hope you enjoy the demo lessons while they last. They have a set up for teachers and students. Enjoy!
HappyNumber.com

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Posted in compatible, devices, differentiation, individual, instruction, interactive, IWB, K-2, math, numeracy, pedagogy

Math File Folder Game & Free App

This weeks free game is
"Substitution Spiral: One and Two Step Equation Game"

Solve and verify one and two step, first-degree equations of the form: x+a=b, ax=b, x-a=b where a, b, and c are integers.

Download this game here: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Substitution-Spiral-One-and-Two-Step-Equation-Game-Algebra-Games-492597
lpforr59 said:

I am a big fan of file folder games, it takes kids to a different place in learning. This activity will help students through some of the struggles with todays Math and operations. Thanks!

Also as a bonus I have one of my apps free for a day.

4 Dice a Fractions Game
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/4-dice-a-fractions-game/id583546023?ls=1&mt=8
So if you havn't downloaded it yet please do today. Also if you have I'd love if you could leave a review of it on iTunes, thanks!

Email sent by
Justin Holladay

MathFileFolderGames.com

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Posted in algebra, app, dice, file folder, fractions, free, game, math

My Favorite No (Formative Assessment Idea)

I just love, love this idea shared here from an 8th grade Math teacher. However, any teacher can take this and use it to gain feedback on how students are understanding content. This teacher admitted that she uses this instead of the expensive student response clickers that her school could not afford. I found this on Teaching Channel which is free to join. They have great information for teaching and learning. It would be worth your time to visit.

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Posted in feedback, formative assessment, learning, math, mistake, success, teaching, Teaching Channel, warm up

Texas TAKS Study Guides (Interactive)

Check out these Study guides for grade 11 (Exit Level) with interactive lessons to boot. There are guides available in ELA, Science, Math, and Social Studies and are developed by the Texas Education Agency. They hope to help students strengthen their skills before taking the TAKs exam.

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Posted in ELA, exam, exit level, math, science, Social Studies, Study guides, TAKS

Think Through Math

Wow what a great program. We've been using Think Through Math in our district for one year and they are perhaps the most supportive program I have seen in a long time. They have made themselves available to help teachers implement this program in many ways. Here are the 30 minute webinars that you can choose to attend to help you. Check out this great Math program for yourself.

Quick Start with Think Through Math (90 min) Description: Think Through Math is a research-based math intervention system designed to support students who are struggling with mathematics. Using a powerful blend of Web-based, adaptive instruction and LIVE, state-credentialed teachers, Think Through Math transforms the way students think about–and think through–mathematics.  Join us for an instructor led, interactive-training on the Think Through Math program. During this 90- minute session, we will cover:     - An introduction of TTM and how it helps students achieve success     - An overview of the program from both the student and teacher perspective     - Effective implementation models and benchmarks for fidelity     - How to enroll students and launch, with success Date/Time Link Wed, Sep 4, 2013 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/356326961 Thu, Sep 5, 2013 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/346150000 Mon, Sep 9, 2013 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/837708121 Thu, Sep 12, 2013 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/330597016 Wed, Sep 18, 2013 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/346066849 Fri, Sep 20, 2013 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/595570489 Tue, Sep 24, 2013 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/729660625 Thu, Sep 26, 2013 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CD  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/344772409

Introduction to Think Through Math – 30 Minutes     (Texas Only) Description: Think Through Math is a groundbreaking math differentiation system with adaptive content, built-in motivation, and access to support from LIVE certified math teachers. TTM has been selected at the math provider for Texas Success, a state-funded initiative that offers mathematics and reading resources online for all Texas public school students in grades 3-8. Join us for an overview of Think Through Math and learn how to get started right away! Date/Time Link Tue, Sep 3, 2013 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/824636265 Thu, Sep 5, 2013 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/449334681 Mon, Sep 9, 2013 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/502214008 Wed, Sep 11, 2013 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/264897553 Mon, Sep 16, 2013 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/414483744 Tue, Sep 17, 2013 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/656851105 Tue, Sep 24, 2013 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/970408824 Wed, Sep 25, 2013 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/461230673

Think Through Math Adaptivity – 30 Minutes Think Through Math Adaptivity delivers targeted, differentiated instruction to meet student needs.  Every student has a unique, individualized learning experience, working in their own zone of proximal development at their own pace.  This online session will focus on the TTM Adaptivity process and will highlight key reports that allow educators to view the personalized process for each of their students. Date/Time Link Tue, Sep 3, 2013 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM CDT https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/418799961 Mon, Sep 9, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/897819864 Tue, Sep 17, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/260486257 Tue, Sep 24, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/756658401

Think Through Math Reports – 30 Minutes Think Through Math Reports provide maximum transparency to the metrics that matter most.  "Anytime, anywhere" access to implementation and student performance data enables all educators to use data to drive instruction and ensure a greater level of student achievement.  This reporting session will explore the 4 main reports in the program:  Overview, Standards, Student Detail and Individualized Pathway. Date/Time Link Wed, Sep 4, 2013 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/506407825 Wed, Sep 11, 2013 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/296427792 Tue, Sep 17, 2013 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/581043696 Thu, Sep 26, 2013 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/665700257

Incorporating the TTM Student Math Journal – 30 Minutes Description: Having students use the TTM Math Journal along with the computer is very important to the success of the TTM program. The TTM Math Journal provides an opportunity for students to show their work, draw or diagram math problems, demonstrate their thinking process and set goals.  This online session will demonstrate the key activities in the program where students should incorporate math journaling. Date/Time Link Wed, Sep 4, 2013 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/890955968 Thu, Sep 10, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/619902681 Wed, Sep 18, 2013 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/483966953 Thu, Sep 26, 2013 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/994043360

Student Launch: Getting Students Started with Think Through Math – 30 Minutes Description: Join us for a webinar that will discuss the best practices administrators and teachers can follow successfully introducing Think Through Math to their students. This online session will include an easy to follow outline and links to materials to plan and execute a TTM program launch, as well as ideas for keeping momentum going once your Think Through Math program is under way. Date/Time Link Tue, Sep 3, 2013 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/444963232 Wed, Sep 11, 2013 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/317421112 Mon, Sep 16, 2013 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/943618121 Wed, Sep 25, 2013 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/246211024

Think Through Math Instructional Design – 30 Minutes Join us for a webinar that will discuss the instructional design behind Think Through Math. This online session will include a look at core beliefs, the zone of proximal development, efficient assessment, just in time instruction, and one instructional vision for implementing Think Through Math. Date/Time Link Tue, Sep 3, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/790839857 Thu, Sep 10, 2013 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/259180408 Wed, Sep 18, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/835117456 Tue, Sep 24, 2013 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/653063017

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Posted in 30 minutes, AMI, instructor led, math, program, RTI, webinars

QR Code Lesson in Math

Another one of our 5th grade teachers allowed students to experience learning with QR codes! Ms. Carrie Langley is a Math teacher and used the QR Code Treasure Hunt Generator on ClassroomTools.net. She said this tool made the process easy and was teacher friendly, saving valuable time upfront. She was able to provide her own Math word problems into the online form and it populated all the QR codes for her at once. She was then able to print them all, after enlarging them and post them around the school. Here's her explanation of the game:

"My class worked in pairs to hunt for QR codes I had posted around the school (10 questions). They started in my room with the instructions code to scan. Once they scanned the question, they solved the problem in Educreations and recorded their answer in Pages. They were able to save their answer sheet from Pages to their digital locker. Once back in the room, we even used MaxJournal to describe what we did in math today. It worked really well with my plus class".

Ms. Langley provided math word problems as a review for the year. A couple of example problems were:

1. The sum of the total degrees in a triangle and the number of eggs in two dozen
2. The number of students in our class minus the number of years you've been in school times the number of window in the cafeteria.

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Posted in apps, Educreations, iPads, lesson, math, MaxJournal, Pages, QR Codes