1. Responding to Common Questions
Supporting Mathematics in Schools

2. Why does the “new math” not require kids to know the basic facts?
Parents Ask…
Why does the “new math” not require kids to know the basic facts?

3. Outcome: N3.2
Demonstrate understanding of addition of whole numbers with answers to 1000 and their corresponding subtractions (limited to 1, 2, and 3-digit numerals) including:
representing strategies for adding and subtracting concretely, pictorially, and symbolically
solving situational questions involving addition and subtraction
estimating using personal strategies for adding and subtracting.
[CN, ME, PS, R, V]
jenn

4. Outcome N5.2
Analyze models of, develop strategies for, and carry out multiplication of whole numbers.
[C, CN,ME, PS, R, V]

5. Mental Math and Estimation
Mental mathematics is a combination of cognitive strategies that enhance flexible thinking and number sense. It is calculating mentally and reasoning about the relative size of quantities without the use of external memory aids. Mental mathematics enables students to determine answers and propose strategies without paper and pencil. It improves computational fluency and problem solving by developing efficiency, accuracy, and flexibility.

6. Why are students not retaining the basic facts?
Teachers Ask…
Why are students not retaining the basic facts?

7. Concrete to Abstract Continuum
3x5= 15
Concrete
Pictorial/ Representational
Symbolic/ Abstract

8. Reasoning (strategies)
Learning Continuum
Counting
Reasoning (strategies)
Mastery
Jenn
I need to look up the title of this continuum.
Could make connection here to the junior version of the game

9. Teachers Ask…
Should we help students become automatic with their math facts first then focus on Number Sense?

10. Reasoning (strategies)
Learning Continuum
Counting
Reasoning (strategies)
Mastery
Jenn
I need to look up the title of this continuum.
Could make connection here to the junior version of the game

11. How do we support EAL students in the classroom?
Teachers Ask…
How do we support EAL students in the classroom?

12. Ways to Support Language Development
Conversations
Math Walls
Anchor Charts
Picture Books

14. How can I help my child with math at home?
Parents Ask…
How can I help my child with math at home?

15. Extending the Conversation…