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Dec
23
2010
Each Candle Burns on its Own Fuel
An article from Fordham about math that is just, well...superb.
http://www.fordham.edu/academics/programs_at_fordham_/mathematics_departme/what_math/index.asp
Dec
7
2010
Hi all.
I saw this quote today and thought of you:
“When students see a list of problems, all of the same kind, they know the strategy to use before they even read the problem. That’s like riding a bike with training wheels.” -- Doug Rohrer
This underscores the idea that it's more important to teach students how to think than it is to teach them how to react autonomically -- without thinking.
all best,
Donna
Nov
17
2010
This article from Education Week on cognitively guided instruction (CGI) may prove interesting and helpful in gaining a deeper understanding of what we're trying to do with the kids in math. (We read an book last year with the SLT on CGI but it's really for pedagogues.)
We're also planning on a parent workshop with our Math Staff Developer, Stephanie Slabic, on Wednesday morning, December 1st, at 9:00 in the Library. I'm hoping many of you will join us.
This is a pretty straight-ahead look at what some educators are trying to do and includes a couple of comments about how parents are sometimes confused by the approach. I'd be curious to know your thoughts.
All best -
Donna
Jun
4
2010
Here's a link from The Wall Street Journal that makes me feel particularly proud of how ahead of the game you all are in your fundraising efforts. It's nice to be part of such a winning team!
It strikes me that something we have in common is a deep desir
Jun
2
2010
Gender Gap for the Gifted in City Schools
May
4
2010
I read an article from Teachers College Record on family involvement. My take away from the article is that "care and compassion" both at home and at school, have proven to be the singlemost determining factors in a child's academic success. Naturally,
Jan
6
2010
Donald's Dad (101), Donald, passed this article on...
An article from Education Week
Jan
5
2010
Got this lovely link from Samantha's mom (K002), Anna, and thought you might enjoy a quick read.
You already know my opinion!--Donna
Interesting article in the NYT regarding the teaching of Math.
We've introduced a new tool to the children in December, a manipulative developed by Adrian Treffers called the rekenrek. It's a counting frame that encourages automaticiity in addition and s
Dec
10
2009
"New research makes the case for hard tests, and suggests an unusual technique that anyone can use to learn."
Kyra recommeded this article from the NYT, in the event you missed it. "Schools around the country have been planting gardens and planning ever more elaborate field trips in hopes of reconnecting children with nature."
Feature story on the opening of Brooklyn School of Inquiry in the New York Times.
Add your text, and it builds a word cloud for you. Good for Copy/Paste activity for kids.
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