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Upcoming Mathematics Professional Learning
Back to topCertified Illustrative Mathematics for K-12 Educators
A professional learning series designed to strengthen mathematics instruction by building knowledge of content, pedagogy and content-pedagogy. Developed by nationally recognized Illustrative Mathematics, their certified professional learning session supports teachers in using their high-quality instructional materials, an approach known as Curriculum-Based Professional Learning. This professional learning opportunity is part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring that all Iowa students develop strong mathematical foundations.
Back to topBuild Math Minds: The Flexibility Formula for K-6 Educators
Flexible Registration—Begin Anytime
The Iowa Department of Education offers this no-cost professional learning opportunity to support the goals of House File 784 (HF 784), which prioritizes high-quality early numeracy instruction for grades K–6. Developed by nationally recognized mathematics educator Christina Tondevold, Build Math Minds: The Flexibility Formula (219.59 KB) .pdf combines self-paced modules with optional live virtual sessions to deepen educators' conceptual understanding and strengthen mathematics instruction. This professional learning supports teachers in building students' number sense and strong mathematical foundations.
Questions? Contact April Pforts at [email protected].
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Back to topPrinciples to Actions
Steve Leinwand - Lead writer for Principles to Actions. Videos and presentations to deepen understanding of instructional practices.
Principles to Actions (PtA): Toolkit - These grade-band specific professional learning modules are focused on the Effective Teaching Practices and Guiding Principles from Principles to Actions: Ensuring Mathematical Success for All.
Principles to Action: Pedagogy - The mathematics teaching practices from Principles to Actions will be discussed as a strategy for promoting growth mindsets in students and teachers.
Principles to Action: Identity and Agency - Effective Teaching Practices support the cultivation of a positive identity (beliefs about oneself, mathematics, etc.) and agency (the presentation of one’s identity).
Back to topNational Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
NCTM Position Statements - They rest on the foundation provided by Principles and Standards for School Mathematics, Principles to Actions and research, and address issues that extend beyond the classroom.
NCTM Professional Development Guides - Professional Development Guides are detailed guides for using journal articles and books as professional development experiences.
NCTM Research Briefs and Clips - Research clips and briefs provide a foundation for taking what the research says about mathematics teaching and learning to teachers, administrators, school boards and parents. Clips provide concise statements about classroom-relevant research with companion Briefs that provide additional background and research references.
NCTM Webinars and Webcasts - E-seminars are recorded professional development webinars with a facilitator guide and handouts. E-seminars are free for NCTM members. Webcasts of Annual Meeting Keynote Sessions offer notable and thought-provoking leaders in math education and related fields as they inspire attendees at NCTM Conferences.
Back to topNational Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCSM)
NCSM PD Modules: Illustrating the Standards for Mathematical Practice - Each module is designed to be used to support teacher exploration of multiple practices across multiple grades. Each module is designed for 2-3 hours of professional development.
Back to topInstructional
Engage NY - Professional Development modules, learning materials and videos.
Illustrative Mathematics - Fractions Progression Module consisting of videos paired with illustrative tasks to help teachers better understand the development of concepts and skills around fractions from grades 3-5.
Mathematics Assessment Project - To truly meet the demands of the Common Core State Standards it is not sufficient to simply revise the list of mathematical content covered in the curriculum. The Standards' emphasis on Mathematical Practices require students to be able to think mathematically, and apply the techniques they have learned to rich problems in diverse contexts. Achieving this requires changes in the way mathematics is taught and assessed in most schools.
Standards Professional Learning Opportunities in Mathematics - Access an informational document for free professional learning around the mathematics standards. Individuals can choose to complete the modules as a course for one license renewal credit.
- Course with all modules for one license renewal credit
- Individual Modules - (no cost)
Coaching & Leadership
Iowa Math Coaching Network - Webinars, resources and community connections exclusively for IA educators who support mathematics.
Achieve - Professional Development resources for a variety of topics.
Achieve the Core - Ready-to-use modules include presentations, facilitator's instructions and hands-on activities with all the necessary resources.
NCSM Coaching Corner - The purpose of the Coaching Corner is to support specialists, coaches and leaders of coaching programs as they progress through the stages of leadership growth outlined in The NCSM Essential Action: Coaching in Mathematics Education.
Back to topVideo Supports
NCSM Jumpstart Formative Assessment - These professional development modules assist leaders in “jump-starting” formative assessment, K-16. The collection includes an overview and modules, each highlighting a specific aspect of formative assessment, accompanied by PowerPoint presentations, leaders' notes and handouts as needed.
Teaching Channel - An environment where teachers can watch, share and learn new techniques to help every student grow.
Teaching Channel Videos - A place where you can watch, learn and talk about Teaching Channel content together.
TI-83/84 Plus Algebra - Complete course with 27 modules
TI-83/84 Plus Geometry - Complete course with 27 modules
edWeb.net - A highly-acclaimed professional social and learning network that has become a vibrant online community for exceptional educators, decision-makers and influencers who are on the leading edge of innovation in education.
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