Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Week 2: Shift #1: Focus--the Big Picture

Great responses and discussion last week!

TOPIC FOR THIS WEEK:
Shift #1: Focus - The Big Picture

READING:
Navigating the Mathematics CCSS Chapter 1 (p. 1-21)

THIS WEEK’S PROMPT:
In Chapter 1, we read that there are three major shifts represented by the Common Core Math Standards--focus, coherence, and rigor.  

  • How does the design and intent of the CCSS support focus in grades K-12?
  • As we shift to teaching fewer concepts in greater depth, what are the implications for your planning and instruction?

DUE DATES:

  • by Friday, March 22 Your initial response to the prompt should be posted.
  • by Tuesday, March 26  Revisit this site and respond to at least one of your fellow participant’s comments.

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READ FOR NEXT WEEK:
1) Navigating the Mathematics CCSS Chapter 2 (p. 23-44) and Appendix A (p. 94-95)

2) Content Progressions and Shifts Document (pdf)

Next week’s prompt will be posted on Tuesday, March 26.