Discerning Decomposition and computational disposition with Archelino: : A dialogue | Math + Code 'Zine Steven Khan & Sally Rudakoff This article is presented as a research informed dialogue between the two authors. It represents a reconstruction of conversations that occurred over several weeks, in person and via email as we explored the affordances of a wooden puzzle game for scaffolding understanding of the process of decomposition as used in computational thinking (CT) frameworks and computational dispositions in the early years alongside academic readings. We have not identified either one of us as S1 or S2. S1: We both work with teachers in some way and I notice that some teachers are struggling with really appreciating the difference between computational thinking processes and coding as a literacy and of course how it relates to their curriculum. S2: I agree. Critical aspects of computational thinking S1: “Critical aspects?” Dispositional aspects of computational thinking S1: “Thanks. S2: “Kids love games! Discerning Decomposition & Recomposition S1: “So what do players have to do?”
UCL ScratchMaths Curriculum | Institute of Education - UCL – University College London Professional development is a key component of the ScratchMaths curriculum as it encompasses not only the learning content but also a particular pedagogical approach, which we call the 5Es and is described briefly below. Ideally, all teachers will have the opportunity to participate in the ScratchMaths PD events organised by one of our partners who have been involved in the project for several years and are experienced in providing PD sessions that appropriately prepare teachers to deliver ScratchMaths within their classrooms. In you are interested in attending ScratchMaths PD please get in contact with your nearest ScratchMaths PD provider. Explore Learning through exploration enables pupils to deal with different constraints and ambiguity through employing skills such as iterative thinking, problem solving and creativity. Explain A crucial aspect of understanding ideas is being able to explain what has been learned and articulating the reasons behind a chosen approach. Envisage Exchange
back to the future – Math Knowledge Network The KNAER Math Knowledge Network presents Coding has a past: a long history with mathematics education. In partnership with Wellington Catholic District School Board, St. Try our math + coding puzzles – get the PDF booklet ! 1. CODE — >> Solve CODING PUZZLES with repeating patterns Create colourful repeating patterns with code. MAKE — >> Investigate Making Challenges with repeating patterns 2. CODE — >> Solve CODING PUZZLES with number patterns Use conditional statements with code to create colourful patterns on a number grid. MAKE — >> Investigate Making Challenges with number patterns 3. CODE — >> Solve CODING PUZZLES with growing patterns Use the story Anno’s Magic Seeds, by Mitsumasa Anno, as a starting point to explore growth patterns with code. MAKE — >> Investigate Making Challenges with growing patterns Math + Coding Course … coming soon!
Splat! - Steve Wyborney's Blog: I'm on a Learning Mission. Welcome to Splat! You are only moments away from a VERY POWERFUL, highly interactive number sense strategy that can be used at any grade level! This post includes 50 (fifty!) free, downloadable PowerPoint math lessons! Watch the video, download some (or all) of the lessons, and experience what happens when you unleash this resource in your classroom! I’ve been excited to click the Publish button on this post for several weeks! UPDATE: The Fraction Splat! After reading this blog post, take a look at THE 12 MOST POPULAR MATH STRATEGIES AND DOWNLOADS ON THIS BLOG. Splat Through 10How many dots are under the Splat? Splat 1.1Splat 1.2Splat 1.3Splat 1.4Splat 1.5 Splat Through 20How many dots are under the Splat? Splat 2.1Splat 2.2Splat 2.3Splat 2.4Splat 2.5 Multiple Splats(Note: Splats that are the same color must cover the same number.) Splat 3.1 – multiple splats Splat 3.2 – multiple splats Splat 3.3 – multiple splats Splat 3.4 – multiple splats Splat 3.5 – multiple splats Splat 5.1 2-color Splat
Clothesline Math – The Master Number Sense Maker 3-Act Task: A kindergarten lesson captured Over the past few months I’ve been asked for videos that capture a 3-Act Task being taught in the elementary grades. I didn’t have any, or know of anyone that has captured an elementary 3-Act except for this Teaching Channel piece. Before moving forward, this post wouldn’t be possible without Dan’s trailblazing skills and introducing us all to 3-Act Tasks. Last week while visiting a kindergarten class we tackled the Candyman. Act 1: Notice and Wonder ***The blur will disappear after 30 seconds. Act 2: Identify Variables and Solve Conflict Here’s the kindergarten recording sheet our friends used to make estimates and show their thinking. After students estimated, we shared and identified the variables needed to answer the question, “How many candies were in Mr. At this point students were good to go and got their model on. Here’s what we got… The context and colors of the candies really helped students explain and model their thinking. Not all was gravy. Others looked rough too… Mic drop.
Engaging Math: group sort cards If you want a quick activity that you can use to randomly put students into groups of four, look no further. This activity uses fractions with common denominators and then equivalent fractions to sort students into groups. This could be used with any class where students can add fractions and compare equivalent factions. Grade 7 Number Sense & NumerationGrade 8 Number Sense & Numeration (review)MPM1DMFM1P Fraction Cards Prep work: Cut the cards out. Choose a fraction and find your partner (the person who has the same common denominator). None yet Choosing Groups with Fractions Cards (doc) (pdf)Did you use this activity? Teaching Through Problem Solving - NUMERACY in GPCSD Celebrating 100 Years with Big Beautiful Problems (Grades 6–8) - Alicia Burdess and Jessie Shirley100 Days of Professional Learning, Online with the National Council of Teachers of MathematicsBig Beautiful Problems can be life-changing for teachers and students alike as they show how math becomes alive and is connected to our world. See how much fun math can be as we get caught up in the challenge, excitement, and flow of learning. Deepen your skills, confidence, and joy as we experience and explore some of our favorite problems. Teaching Through Problems Worth Solving ResourceInquiry-based, Curriculum-linked, Differentiated Math Problems for Grade 8 Teaching Through Problems Worth Solving ResourceInquiry-based, Curriculum-linked, Differentiated Math Problems for Grade 2 Teaching Through Problems Worth Solving ResourceInquiry-based, Curriculum-linked, Differentiated Math Problems for Grade 3 Peter Liljedahl's Research on Teaching Through Problem Solving Our Thinking School!