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Why Should Educators Use Math Menu?
Marilyn Burns was one of the first in the math education field to talk about using Math Menus. She identified three big questions that teachers consistently ask:
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Exploring 4 Categories of Number Sense Routines
The first five to fifteen minutes of a math block set the tone for discourse and engagement during math class. At All Learners Network (ALN)), we refer to this time as Launch. This crucial time helps to position all students as mathematicians, as they lean into number sense routines and conversations. The All Learners Lesson Structure utilizes Launch as a powerful start to its balanced math block.
Seven Closure Activities for Your Math Block
Wrapping up a math lesson is an essential component of a balanced math block. All Learners Network (ALN) names this component Closure. Intentional closure in a math lesson is as beautiful as it is powerful. It is as much an opportunity for class connection as it is for individuals solidifying their understanding of what they have learned. Closure is a time when students make math connections and build community while reflecting on their learning. When we talk about helping all students know and believe that they are mathematicians - this is a key part. The All Learners Lesson Structure consist …
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The Five Key Components for Unlocking Math Progress
All Learners Network (ALN) is committed to improving math pedagogy so that all students can access quality math instruction. We know that it is time to move away from antiquated notions around math education and focus on strong pedagogy. It is through equipping and supporting our educators that all students will gain access to strong mathematics instruction.
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Building Confidence and Increasing Inclusion Through Launch
What is inclusion in a classroom really? Inclusion is talked about in education in many different ways and takes on many different forms. Inclusion is more than just being in the room. It is more than ‘just’.
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Why Should ALL Math Blocks Include Launch?
At All Learners Network (ALN), we start every balanced math block with Launch. Launch is typically about 5-15 minutes, depending on your time and schedule, and focuses on building number sense, reasoning, community and productive math discourse. Students gather as a whole class to engage in a number sense routine, with time to think independently as well as share their ideas with their classmates.
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