Mathematical Discourse Webinar
This webpage contains information and resources related to K-12 mathematics instruction, specifically incorporating discourse in the mathematics classroom. The webinar begins with an overview of mathematical discourse, including the definition of mathematical discourse and the roles of the teacher and students. Then, the webinar offers information about questioning, providing wait time and responding, which are the key factors of mathematical discourse. The webinar includes strategies teachers can use to increase the mathematical discourse during their instruction.
Hosts
Cassie Palelis, Elementary Mathematics Specialist
Desired outcomes:
- Define mathematical discourse
- Determine the roles of the teacher and students during mathematical discourse
- Understand the three key factors of mathematical discourse: questions, wait time, responses
- Identify strategies to incorporate mathematical discourse effectively
Questions to consider:
- What is mathematical discourse?
- What is my role as a teacher during discourse?
- Which factor of discourse is the strongest in my classroom? Which is the weakest?
- How do I currently incorporate mathematical discourse in my instruction?
- How can I incorporate all three factors of discourse in my instruction?
Webinar:
Related resources:
- Standards and Course Descriptions
- Kindergarten Mathematics Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- First Grade Mathematics Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- Second Grade Mathematics Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- Third Grade Mathematics Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- Fourth Grade Mathematics Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- Fifth Grade Mathematics Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- Algebra I Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- Algebra II Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
- Geometry Instructional Toolkit (PDF)
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