Funded by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education Improving Educator Quality Grant
IEQ Math Share Fair
Friday May 18, 2012
Hazard Technical Community College
Teachers who participated in the July 2011 HTCT hosted workshop, will share their successes, challenges and recommendations for improvements to the program during a culminating one-day event in the spring.
20 highly motivated middle and high school math teachers will be selected from eastern Kentucky school districts to participate in this innovative professional development opportunity.
Identify students in need of accelerated learning and prescribe interventions for assistance in algebra.
Apply Common Core Standards in hands-on algebra instruction tests-EXPLORE, PLAN and ACT.
Better prepare students for EPAS tests-EXPLORE, PLAN and ACT.
Model the use of Assessment for Learning Strategies in math instruction.
Pursue National Board for Professional Teaching certification through the TAKE ONE! program.
Teachers participating in this program will receive $800 stipend (based on attendance), all hands-on teaching materials to implement algebra strategies, meals, and travel compensation.
Professional Development Activities
Summer Institute
July 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18
Hazard Technical Community College
Teachers engage in fun, hands-on games and exercises as learners so that they can effectively implement the strategies presented. This year, the workshops focus on linear equations. Developed by Making Math Magic Consultants, these strategies and activities challenge students to develop mathematical thinking skills they will need beyond grade 12. Teachers walk away with a kit containing all the materials used during the workshop so that every activity practiced can be implemented from the first day of school.
Seasoned, experienced math teachers will guide participants through the analysis of math EPAS scores and test items and provide strategies for better preparing students for success on the tests.
Teachers will analyze and evaluate their practices, create their own personalized professional development goals to build on their strengths and address their weaknesses in the area of algebra instruction and schedule one-to-one coaching visits to address their instructional needs.
Coaching Visits
September -December 2012
The consultants conducting the summer institute will work with teachers in their classrooms to implement strategies and use hands-on materials effectively. These visits will be linked to EPAS scores and teacher-designed coaching plans.
On-line Learning Communities
July 2012-May 2013
An interactive learning community will allow teachers to watch tutorial videos on best practices, communicate with math experts, and talk to each other about effective teaching strategies.
Enrollment
Teachers who attended the 2012 workshop, will be the first to be selected on the project. However, a waiting list will be created for teachers from other schools who wish to apply.
All teachers participating in year 2 of project must complete the online application to register. This is a competitive process, and not all applying teachers may be selected.
For more information, please contact:
Rebecca Roach, Professional Development Coordinator
606-783-2154
