In this previous post, I proposed a new way of counting things. If you haven’t already read it, please do so. Otherwise this post won’t make much sense. In that post I ended with the following problem… How many rectangles are in this 3-by-4 figure? I promised you an answer to this problem, so here it […]
As I continue reading through the newly revised California Mathematics Framework, I will occasionally post some of my thoughts. In Chapter 9: Structuring School Experiences for Equity and Engagement, they describe methods of teaching that enable all students to be appropriately challenged while also expanding access to rigorous mathematics for all students. Here I will […]
So yesterday I was asked a totally reasonable question: Is it time for districts to start thinking about adopting updated materials…especially since the California Math Framework has been revised. I provided an answer, but I feel like my answer changes weekly. Read on and let me know your thoughts about my response: QUESTION: “Our district […]