Differentiated math instruction is most successful when teachers do the following:
- Believe that all students have the capacity to succeed at learning mathematics.
- Recognize that multiple perspectives are necessary to build important mathematical ideas and that diverse thinking is an essential and valued resource in the classroom.
- Know and understand mathematics and be confident in their abilities to teach mathematical ideas.
- Be intentional about curricular choices; that is, think carefully about what students need to learn and how that learning will be supported.
- Develop strong mathematical learning communities in the classroom.
- Focus assessment on gathering evidence that can inform instruction and provide a variety of ways for students to demonstrate what they know.
- Support each other in their efforts to create and sustain this type of instruction.
I believe that our CTT structure can support this list and help our mathematical instruction improve. I know that some teachers lack confidence in their mathematical abilities. If you ever feel unqualified to confidently approach a concept, please reach out to your CTT, Cami Parry, or myself for help.
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