MATL Content Methods IV: Elementary

1.5 units

This course explores the critical role of computational and procedural fluency in fostering mathematical understanding in the elementary classroom. Participants will learn how to develop systems that build fluency in their students, ensuring they can apply mathematical procedures with con fi dence and accuracy. The module also delves into effective strategies for planning and facilitating guided practice that prepare students for independent work, uncovering and addressing student misunderstandings along the way. Additionally, educators will discover how to use well-designed tasks to help students uncover new concepts and grasp big ideas in mathematics, enhancing their overall problem-solving abilities.