The Concrete Representational Abstract (CRA) approach is a system of learning that uses physical models/tool and visual aids to build a child’s understanding of mathematical concepts.

Join David, as he will be focusing specifically on how the CRA approach can be used to support the teaching and learning of mathematics.

• 3 Levels of Abstraction CRA

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Nevada has opted to use the SBAC's Adjusted Blueprint for summative assessment for the 2024-25 school year.

What is it and how does it impact your classroom? Join Candice for this episode to find out!

• ⁠Math Adjusted Blueprint 2024-25⁠

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We discuss a visual model by James Nottingham called The Learning Pit. This illustration is student friendly and encourages positive attitudes towards problem solving opportunities and promotes productive struggle.

For more information on The Learning Pit please visit learning pit.org

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The Math Nuggets Podcast is meaningful professional development in short applicable chunks.

In today’s episode, explore the Nevada Academic Content Standards with Candice Meiries.

• NVACS K-6 Mathematics Standards

• NVACS 5-8 Mathematics Standards

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Come learn with Candice and David as they discuss current hot topics in the world of education and mathematics.

In this episode they talk about an article by Miriam Plotinsky titled, "3 Quick Feedback Techniques to Help Students Stay on Track" and instructional strategies connected to researcher, math professor, and author, Peter Liljedahl.

• DOK Question Stems by Dr. Karen Hess

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*Originally aired 01/25/24 on the Lean Into Learning podcast.

Come learn with Candice and David as they discuss current hot topics in the world of education and mathematics.

In this episode they talk about an article by Andrew Borya titled, "How to Turn Your Math Classroom into a 'Thinking Classroom'" and instructional strategies connected to researcher, math professor, and author, Peter Liljedahl.

• Sample Thinking Tasks: Good Problems by Liljedahl

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*Originally aired 12/25/23 on the Lean Into Learning podcast.

Come learn with Candice and David as they discuss current hot topics in the world of education and mathematics.

In this episode they talk about three Edutopia articles about AI in the Classroom, the benefits and challenges of using AI, and what the future could look like.

• Using AI to Encourage Productive Struggle in Math by Vicki Davis

• Guiding Students to Assess the Merits of Artificial Intelligence Tools, by Suaina Sharma

• 7 Essential Questions About AI for Teachers to Consider, by Diana Neebe

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*Originally aired 11/27/23 on the Lean Into Learning podcast.

Come learn with Candice and David as they discuss current hot topics in the world of education and mathematics.

In this episode they talk about an article by by Andrew Borya titled, "⁠A Powerful Rethinking of Your Math Classroom⁠" and strategies aimed at mindset, mistakes, and engagement.

Resources discussed in this podcast can be found at ⁠⁠rpdp.net⁠⁠⁠.

*Originally aired 10/25/23 on the Lean Into Learning podcast.