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Episode Synopsis
Send us a textProficiency in math is something we talk a lot about in education, but do we actually know what it means? In the report Adding It Up: Helping Children Learn Mathematics the authors offer up a definition of Math Proficiency called "The 5 Strands of Math Proficiency". It is depicted as a rope with 5 strands. In this episode we will break down what math proficiency is and how we can help our students be proficient in math. In this episode we will honestly chat about: The problem in America with Math Proficiency A definition of Proficiency in Math The 5 Strands of Math Proficiency Continue the learning at monamath.com/community monamath.com/ebook monamath.com/discussion to grab your free guide. 🚃 Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You'll hear it a few times in the recording 🚂 Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🤍 Adding it Up (BOOK) 🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions Let’s Connect on Instagram @HelloMonaMath I LOVE chatting with listeners. Send me a DM and let me know you’re listening. Looking for a community of like minded math educators? Join The Math Teacher Collaborative Facebook Group!
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