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Summer Institute | Session DescriptionMath Talks provide students with an opportunity for deeper understanding through communication. Students are able to articulate and defend their ideas and analyze the reasoning of others. Math Talks can also:
Learner OutcomesBy the end of the sessions participants will know / be able to:
SI Number Talks Presentation Early Release Number Talk k-1Warm-UpTake a moment to read this article by Marilyn Burns to determine the top 10 ways to enhance your student's math learning! After reading the article, we are going to partner you up to complete a TAG! Activity 1: Experience a Number TalkThe presenters are going to act as facilitators for a kindergarten number talk. You will be presented with a math problem and should mentally solve the problem. Hold their fist over the heart and hold one thumb up when you have one way to find the answer. Hold up additional fingers as you find additional ways. Activity 2: Teacher RoleWe are going to watch a video demonstrating a number talk in a third grade classroom (focusing more on teacher role). After you watch the video each group will role the QR Conversation Cube to discuss elements of the clip. After the discussion each group will be responsible for sharing out the following questions:
Activity 3: Student RoleWe are going to watch a video demonstrating a number talk in a kinder classroom (focusing more on student role). After you watch the video each group will spin the wheel to discuss elements of the clip. After the discussion each group will be responsible for sharing our the following questions:
Activity 4: Your Turn! Conduct your own math talk with members of your group using the strategies learned from session. ReflectionPair! Discuss those with your group. Share! Post your thoughts/ideas on the padlet link. Recommended LinksNumber Talks Links to Share on Website |