Mathematics, Primary and Junior Part 1
Description: Mathematics Primary and Junior Part 1 provides participants with a strong foundation and understanding of how children acquire mathematical skills and understanding. Mathematics is a complex, meaning-making process that is fundamental for ongoing learning and student success.
Teachers will develop skills to recognize the varying experiences and strategies that students use in exploring mathematical situations, in order to modify their instructional and assessment practices.
This course will focus on mathematics instruction that is based on sound research and effective classroom practice. Teachers will develop an understanding of student development and learning and consider how that relates to appropriate mathematics instruction. They will examine how mathematically based opportunities should occur across the curriculum with different types of texts and strategies. Teachers will also learn how to provide opportunities for students to engage in a variety of problem-solving experiences in a rich learning environment.
This course is open to all elementary and secondary school teachers who have one of the following basic qualifications: primary, junior, intermediate, or senior division.
Modules:
Module 1: Setting the Math Context
Module 2: High-Impact Instructional Practices in Mathematics
Module 3: Working with Curriculum Expectations in the Number Strand
Module 4: Algebra, Data, Spatial Sense, and Financial Literacy
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Mathematics, Primary and Junior Part 2
Description: Mathematics Primary and Junior Part 2 explores the theoretical foundations, the development of learners, program planning and implementation, assessment, the learning environment, and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning across divisions.
The course also leads participants in applying the theory of constructivism as it relates to the teaching of mathematics; deepening understanding of factors that influence changes in mathematics teaching; applying the interconnection of big ideas, key concepts, overall expectations, and enduring understandings; responding to math anxiety, avoidance, and phobia; and applying current research (e.g., analyzing student errors and choosing effective instructional models).
This course is open to all elementary and secondary school teachers who have one of the following basic qualifications: primary, junior, intermediate, or senior division.
Modules:
Module 1: Setting the Context for Our Mathematics Journey
Module 2: Components of Math Class: Big Ideas, Math Anxiety, Tools, and Technology
Module 3: Engaging All Learners
Module 4: Mathematics in Action
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Mathematics, Primary and Junior Specialist
Description: Mathematics Primary and Junior Specialist explores the theoretical foundations, the development of learners, program planning and implementation, assessment, the learning environment, and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning across divisions. Participants will provide leadership in conceptual frameworks for Mathematics, implement Ontario curriculum and policies, support colleagues in reflective practice, explore metacognition, and apply constructivist theory. The course also covers strategies to address math anxiety, current research for instructional practices, and professional dialogue on theory and practice.
This course is open to all elementary and secondary school teachers who have one of the following basic qualifications: primary, junior, intermediate, or senior division.
Modules:
Module 1: Setting the Context for Mathematics Leadership
Module 2: Supporting All Learners in Mathematics
Module 3: Setting the Context for Mathematics Learning
Module 4: Tools and Representations; Sharing Our Leadership Learning
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