Welcome to Project PRIME/AFA Day 1 – Project Overview December 14, 2011

Project Overview PRIME/AFA is a continued partnership of the Michigan Mathematics and Science Centers Network, (MMSCN) Wayne RESA, the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and the University of Michigan – Dearborn’s Center for Mathematics Education, (UM-D). The evaluation will be conducted through a partnership with the Center for Evaluation Research and SAMPI, (Science and Mathematics Program Improvement).

Project Overview PRIME builds on and expands the work of past projects (AFA), providing teachers with a deeper understanding of mathematics content, pedagogical knowledge and evidence-based approaches to instruction.

Project Overview PRIME will work with approximately 600 secondary mathematics teachers statewide, representing grades 7-12. This will allow the program to support teachers in building effective instructional “bridges” and logical successions of studies from grade level to grade level. There are 13 satellite sites representing all 33 M/S Centers, covering the entire State of Michigan with strategically located sites to provide convenient professional development for teachers.

Project Overview Key components of this model are: Instruction in both content and pedagogy integrated with technology, (the N-Spire is the platform!) Ongoing support through coaching Collegial opportunities for substantive dialogue on best practices through professional learning communities – Teachers will receive a $50 stipend for up to four after school meetings in 2011 – 2012. (PRIME will include science teachers to participate in the after school departmental meetings, (the Professional Learning Communities - PLCs) and to better integrate mathematical concepts into science instruction).

Project Overview Key components of this model are: Resources that support enriched instruction (e.g., manipulatives and technology); and support through the involvement of administrators, who will meet via ITV twice per year to discuss long range planning for program sustainability. The project PRIME budget is currently undergoing revisions and will be uploaded back into the grant system this week. PENDING COMPONENT – PRIME, through a partnership with Michigan Virtual University (MVU), will facilitate the provision of PRIME course materials online, delivered through Michigan LearnPort®, a web-based delivery system created by MVU in partnership with MDE. MVU will maintain the social network, an online community of learners where mathematics teachers throughout the State of Michigan can actively engage in conversation, share resources, develop lessons, and support each other in their professional practice. We are conferencing with MVU on December 20th to finalize their role with the online support.

Project Overview To accomplish the goals of this model, PRIME will help teachers understand and incorporate into their practice: the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Mathematics; the CCSS Eight Standards of Mathematical Practice; the SMARTER Balanced Assessment process and the types of items on the test; the developmental process involved in Mathematical Thinking; the use of “Inquiry” and “Modeling” as a means to help students construct their understanding; and the importance of “collaboration” with other professionals to enhance practice.

Project PRIME Two-Year Institute Structure Timeline School Year 2011-2012 Summer 2012 2012-2013 2013 Overarching Mathematics Themes of Institute Eight Standards of Mathematical Practice High School Level: Reasoning and Sense Making Overarching Science Themes (Integrated into the Mathematics Themes of the Institutes) Eight Scientific and Engineering Practices – Promoting Learning through Inquiry High School Level: Modeling Institute 96 Hours 5 Sessions 30 hours 3 days 18 Hours 6 Sessions 36 hours 2 days 12 Hours High School Content Content will Focus on the Strands of Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Modeling along with the 8 Mathematical Practice Standards Case Studies, Misconceptions and Technology Related to Year 1 Content Continuation of Course 1 Content Focusing on the Strands of Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Modeling along with the 8 Mathematical Practice Standards Case Studies, Misconceptions and Technology Related to Year 2 Content

All information pertaining to the project can be found on the MMSCN website at mimathandscience.org under Mathematics Professional Development Questions: Contact Libby Pizzo at pizzol@resa.net or your local satellite site Director.