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Welcome!. Back to School Night for Mathematics in Context ® . Published by Encyclop edia Britannica http://Mathincontext.eb.com. Mathematics in Context. Benefits of MiC. MiC builds on students’ existing knowledge. MiC uses real world context to develop math concepts.

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  1. Welcome! Back to School Night for Mathematics in Context®

  2. Published by Encyclopedia Britannica http://Mathincontext.eb.com Mathematics in Context

  3. Benefits of MiC • MiC builds on students’ existing knowledge. • MiC uses real world context to develop math concepts. • MiC uses mathematical models to support learning (charts, graphs, etc). • MiC integrates and intertwines learning strands.

  4. Student Learning in MiC • Students build on their knowledge of math. • Learning “makes sense” to students as they formalize the mathematics. • Multiple strategies and representations cater to students’ individual learning styles. • Real world contexts motivate students and support learning of complex mathematics.

  5. The Texts • Nine modules at each grade level focus on the strands of mathematics- Numbers, Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Data and Probability. • Individual modules are paperback and fit into a binder. • Check Your Work review problems are at the end of each section with solutions in the back of the book.

  6. Assessment • Students are assessed informally by the teacher as they work to find solutions to the problems. • Quizzes and tests are given for each unit. • Homework will be assigned nightly – most times the homework will be an extension of what was covered in class – not just “extra” work!

  7. Students in MiC classrooms… • Explore mathematical relationships. • Develop and explain their own reasoning and strategies for solving problems. • Use problem-solving tools appropriately. • Listen to, understand, and value each other’s strategies.

  8. Snapshot of MiC! Comparing Quantities p. 16,17

  9. Web Page • Britannica Mathematics in Context

  10. Helping your student at home • Read the problem: this is the first step toward a solution. • Ask questions: Do you understand what the problem is asking? How did you do this in class? Do you have all of the information that you need? • Review:the pages before the problem for clues to the solution or process.

  11. Helping at home (cont’d) • Look at the section summary; this provides a review of the section. • Look at class notes for samples done in class. • Reread the entire section and work through the problems with your student.

  12. Teacher Web Page • Mrs.Millerhttp://www.pdsd.org/181520368490800/site/default.asp

  13. Preparing for Tests and Quizzes • Review each section summary and rework the problems if necessary. • Check for vocabulary and understanding of the words, symbols. • Read over class notes and homework.

  14. Encourage Success! • Talk about math class! • Make sure all assignments are completed on time. • Ask your student to explain what s/he is doing! • Let your positive attitude become your child’s positive attitude!

  15. Thank you for coming out tonight!

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