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Integrating Technology into Math Learning

Integrating Technology into Math Learning. SELECTED BY THE TEA. Serving All Students Grades 3-8 The ultimate RTI solution Focused Instruction Targeting instructional goals for Texas Unlimited Access Web-based. A FEW HEADLINES ABOUT TTM. Grounded in Research

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Integrating Technology into Math Learning

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  1. Integrating Technology into Math Learning

  2. SELECTED BY THE TEA Serving All Students Grades 3-8 The ultimate RTI solution Focused Instruction Targeting instructional goals for Texas Unlimited Access Web-based

  3. A FEW HEADLINES ABOUT TTM • Grounded in Research • Winner of the 2012 CODiE Award • Aligned to TEKS • Unprecedented Differentiation • Unprecedented Motivation

  4. AGENDA • Introduction to TTM • Program Effectiveness • Motivation • Adaptive Content • Real-Time Quality Instruction • Actionable Reports • Meeting the TEKS/STAAR Challenge • Navigating Think Through Math • Implementing for Results • Next Steps

  5. EXPECTED OUTCOMES Participants Will: • Learn the key components of the TTM Overview • Learn the purpose/objective of the components • Learn the three easy steps to getting started in Think Through Math

  6. INTRODUCTION

  7. INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW OF TTM VIDEO Watch video at http://texassuccess.org Write Down: • Questions • Things You Like

  8. EFFECTIVENESS

  9. KANAWHA COUNTY WEST VIRGINIA KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS % STUDENTS TESTING PROFICIENT IN MATH • Facts • 28,000 Students • 57% Below Mastery • Implementation • 4 Middle Schools • 9 Weeks • Results38% Increase in Proficiency

  10. GARLAND TEXAS • Demographics • 45% African American • 27% Caucasian • 19% Hispanic • 57,000 Students • Participants “At Risk”as defined by TAKS test scores

  11. MORE STUDENTS DOING MORE MATH

  12. A FORMULA FOR SUCCESS MEETING INDIVIDUAL NEEDS Student Motivation Easy-to-Use, Actionable Reports Adaptive Content Real-time, Quality Instruction

  13. MOTIVATION • Intrinsic • Extrinsic

  14. EXTRINSIC MOTIVATION DO MATH TO EARN POINTS Avatar Customization Charities Class Goals

  15. EXTRINSIC MOTIVATION FUN AND MOTIVATIONAL CONTESTS January–February September–October October–November December–January March April

  16. ADAPTIVE CONTENT

  17. ADAPTIVITY Adaptive Placement Grade-Level Pathway Tier 1 Lessons Precursor Lessons Inserted Tier 2 Lessons

  18. EXPERT TEACHING • U.S. based • Certified in math

  19. SUPPORT LADDER RESPONSE TO STUDENT NEEDS ConceptZone Expert Math Teacher Corrective Feedback

  20. LIVE TEACHER HOURS School Year 2012–13

  21. LESSON ACTIVITIES Live Teachers Available Test Out Option Activate Preview First Try 5-Step Process Prepare Show Mastery

  22. ACTIONABLE REPORTS

  23. REPORTS

  24. MEETING THE CHALLENGE STAAR/TEKS

  25. DEEPEN CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING

  26. LET’S TAKE A LOOK STUDENT EXPERIENCE

  27. BREAK

  28. IMPLEMENTING FOR RESULTS Getting Started in 3 Easy Steps View training portal for additional training and support • Add Your Class(es) • Add Your Students • Print out Start Cards

  29. STUDENT RESULTS IMPLEMENTING WITH FIDELITY

  30. IMPLEMENTING FOR RESULTS FIDELITY • Utilize adaptivity • Complete 30 lessons or more over the course of a year • Pass 70% of lessons • Work in TTM at least 2-3 times per week • Complete a minimum of 60 – 90 minutes per week

  31. IMPLEMENTING FOR RESULTS FIDELITY • Use headphones • Build excitement with students • Establish and display clear goals and expectations • Require students to use a math journal • Monitor progress regularly • Have Fun!

  32. USE MODELS

  33. USE MODELS 1:1 BEST PRACTICES • Logistics • One student at each computer • Headphones • Motivation System • TTM Journal

  34. USE MODELS 1:1 BEST PRACTICES • Teacher Role • Monitor closely to ensure students are on task • Review data–the numbers talk! • Pull reports to group students for small-group instruction

  35. USE MODELS ROTATIONS • Logistics • One student at each computer • Headphones • Motivation System • TTM Journal

  36. USE MODELS ROTATIONS BEST PRACTICES • Teacher Role • Monitor closely to ensure students are on task • Review data in reports to group students for small-group instruction • Provide work for students not on computer • If there not enough computers to implement with fidelity, choose students with greatest need for “in-class” access; create “extended-day” access for other students.

  37. TTM JOURNAL BEST PRACTICES • Standard Practices • Record Username/Password • Record weekly goals • Take notes • Build vocabulary • Reference information

  38. TTM JOURNAL BEST PRACTICES • Student Opportunities • Show their work • Draw or diagram the problem • Demonstrate thinking process • Set goals

  39. EMBEDDED PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT

  40. EMBEDDED PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT

  41. LAUNCH EVENT

  42. STUDENT LAUNCH EVENT GETTING OFF TO THE RIGHT START • Available on KNOWLEDGE BASE • Student video • Launch presentation • Best practices for the launch

  43. STUDENT LAUNCH EVENT A KICKOFF MATTERS • Introduce TTM in an assembly or Classroom Kickoff • Build excitement • Review program goals • Ensure effective use • Communicate expectations

  44. STUDENT LAUNCH EVENT A KICKOFF MATTERS • Be Prepared! • Print out students Start Cards • Prepare TTM Journals or notebooks • Complete tech check • Read and understand the entire student launch PowerPoint •  Be Clear and Concise! • Aim for 20 minutes or less • Customize your slides where needed •  Be Excited! • Talk about the prizes, the avatars, and the Live Teachers. Your enthusiasm is infectious!

  45. NEXT STEPS: TRAINER PRIOR TO TRAINING • Preparation • Add teachers • Prepare .csv and Upload • Add Teachers to Class • Precision • Read and understand the PowerPoint and notes slides • Read and understand the Trainer Agenda • Enthusiasm • Highlight the benefits of the program with enthusiasm

  46. QUESTIONS

  47. THANK YOU E-mail:support@thinkthroughmath.com scooper@thinkthroughmath.com Web: thinkthroughmath.com

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