This report shares findings from a survey administered to a national sample of teachers and administrators. The study focuses on how teachers use standards-aligned materials in English, math, and science, as well as how they use, modify, and access supplemental materials.
Mathematics
Considerations for Developing Effective Math Coaches: A Content-Driven Perspective
This resource examines some limitations of current mathematics instruction and provides key considerations for coaches of mathematics teachers. Authors Shannon Lasserre-Cortez, Ph.D., Patricia Cox, Heidi Goertzen, Ph.D., Lauren Jetty, Ph.D., Concepcion Molina, Ed.D., & Lori Vandeborne, M.Ed. Organization Region 7 Comprehensive Center
Building Positive Math Attitudes Training Series
This training series is designed to build the capacity of Washington educators to improve student attitudes and beliefs about math. Specifically, the series uses a train-the-trainer model to support STEM instructional coaches and teacher leaders. Participants learn how to conduct activities with upper-elementary math teachers that will help them implement strategies and interventions designed to improve students’ attitudes about math. […]
Encouraging Girls in Math and Science
The goal of this practice guide is to formulate specific and coherent evidence-based recommendations that educators can use to encourage girls in the fields of math and science. The target audience is teachers and other school personnel with direct contact with students, such as coaches, counselors, and principals. The practice guide includes specific recommendations for educators and the quality of […]
Mathematics instruction for students with learning disabilities or difficulty learning mathematics: A guide for teachers
This guide for teachers is a companion piece to the meta-analysis from the Center on Instruction, Mathematics Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities or Difficulty Learning Mathematics: A Synthesis of the Intervention Research. Based on the findings of this report, seven effective instructional practices were identified for teaching mathematics to K-12 students with learning disabilities. It describes these practices and, […]