Algebra for All- Session Two of four sessions (NE)
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- Overview
- This is session two of a 4-session series focused on the algebra strand of the Curriculum Frameworks. The first two sessions focus on algebra content, while the second two sessions focus on algebra instruction. Some brief homework tasks will be assigned between sessions. The dates for this series are January 29, February 5, March 5 and March 12. Please be sure to register for each session!
- Details
The location for these trainings has been changed to: Lowell Adult Learning Center - 408 Merrimack St. Lowell MA
Algebra for All: Content (sessions one and two)
ABE students need strong foundations in algebraic thinking and practices to keep doors to the future open, though research tells us the students’ skills are weak. You can help. No matter how long it’s been since your last ALGEBRA encounter, no matter whether you see it as a helpful tool or a monstrous challenge, you will enjoy the camaraderie of learning at Algebra for All: Content. In two 2.5 hour sessions, pairs and groups of participants will talk, draw, and think through solutions to different kinds of introductory level algebra and pre-algebra problems that are intriguing and engaging. There is something for almost everyone – literacy and math teacher alike! Classroom materials are provided. ABE and ESOL teachers welcomed.
Algebra for All: Instruction (sessions three and four)
Algebra is not the study of the 24th letter of the alphabet (x)! But what is algebra, and how can we help students understand it better? Join with colleagues in exploring the meaning of algebra and paths to better algebra instruction that foster communication, problem solving, and reasoning, essential skills to prepare ABE students for good jobs and further education. During these two 2.5 hour sessions, we will investigate general math teaching principles, as well as algebra-specific ideas. Together we will solve algebra problems suitable for lessons. Classroom materials are provided. Teachers are invited to come and consider ways to integrate algebraic reasoning into program curricula, thereby preparing students for ‘next steps.’
- When
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February 5, 2010
from
01:00 pm
to
03:30 pm
- Where
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- Off campus (see below)
- Lowell Adult Education Program
- 408 Merrimack St
- Lowell MA
- Topics
- ABE, ESOL, GED, Curriculum Development
- Multi-session attendance required
- yes
- Contact info
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Alisa Povenmire
apovenmire@necc.mass.edu
978-738-7301 - Indicators of Program Quality
- IPQ1 - Curriculum and instruction
- Learning objectives
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- Learning Objectives for Sessions One and Two
- Algebra for All: Content
As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
· Describe connections between arithmetic and algebra
· Generalize from algebraic patterns to algebraic rules
· Increase confidence with algebraic problem solving
· Recognize connections between algebraic representations
· Present at least one algebra-related activity to ABE/ESOL students
Learning Objectives for Sessions Three and Four
Algebra for All: Instruction
As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:
· Explain at least two 'stumbling blocks' encountered by algebra and pre-algebra students
· Analyze algebra activities in light of key numeracy education documents
(MA Curriculum Frameworks and the Components of Numeracy)
· Reflect on a definition of algebra and algebraic reasoning, setting the stage for curriculum development
· Describe at least two ways to link arithmetic to algebra.
- Presenters
- Barbara Goodridge
Christina Cronin - Presenters Bio
- Barbara Goodridge and Christina Cronin are both math teachers at Lowell Adult Education Program and have been facilitating this highly successful algebra series for many years. Their colorful and engaging approach will build your confidence as you learn new multi-sensory teaching strategies that are both creative and fun!
- Host RSC
- Northeast Massachusetts Region
- PDPs
- yes
