CALM: A new way to think about math! <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Teaching is messy! There is no one right way to address all the different levels within a single classroom. Teachers need a framework, a guide to use so that they have an organized plan for moving all students along a developmental continuum from Level A\/B to D\/E (according to the CCRSAE). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Adult Numeracy Center at AV巴士\u202fhas developed such a framework. CALM (Curriculum for Adults Learning Math) features units that focus on building students’ conceptual understanding of core math concepts before delving deeper. Each unit includes complete lesson plans, formative assessments for each lesson, and a performance-based assessment. CALM also focuses on the CCRSAE, including the key shifts and the Standards for Mathematical Practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
CALM was developed by beginning with the end in mind \u2014 preparing students to be college-ready. Guided by this focus, the development team crafted a coherent progression of units and lessons that integrates the CCRSAE domains and levels. Even students in high-level classes often have large gaps in their conceptual understanding that can go undetected until they cause problems. CALM is designed to build a strong conceptual foundation for all students so that they can reinforce core understandings necessary for success on high school equivalency tests and beyond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Key Features of CALM<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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contains a progression of units and lessons that will be appropriate for ABE through ASE level classes; <\/li>\n\n\n\n
is adaptable to various settings including multi-level classes; <\/li>\n\n\n\n
is aligned to the CCRSAE and is best suited for students at CCRSAE Levels B \u2013 E (GLE 3-12)*<\/strong>; <\/li>\n\n\n\n
developmentally moves students to higher level math content by helping students make connections among big ideas in math; <\/li>\n\n\n\n
reflects the CCRSAE mathematics instructional shifts (focus, coherence, rigor) with particular emphasis on building a foundation of conceptual understanding; <\/li>\n\n\n\n
explicitly incorporates the Standards for Mathematical Practice into lessons; <\/li>\n\n\n\n
promotes a classroom environment characterized by student discussion, productive struggle with challenging non-routine problems, and the development of a growth mindset; <\/li>\n\n\n\n
accelerates student progress through HSE credential attainment in preparation for success in postsecondary education and\/or training. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
* <\/strong>A small number of students may need instruction at CCRSAE Level A. CALM only addresses three of the 16 Level A standards. For more suggestions on working with numeracy-level math students (GLE<2, corresponding to CCRSAE level A), see<\/em> Meeting the Needs of Numeracy Level Math Students (GLE<2<\/em>)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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