This online course will help teachers navigate the Math Common Core State Standards. Participants will explore both the Math Content Standards and the Standards for Mathematical Practice. During the 8-week course participants will read and respond to a variety of resources including: Navigating the Mathematics Common Core State Standards, Educational Leadership December 2012/January 2013, and other media. Teachers from five school districts (Issaquah, Mercer Island, Riverview, Snoqualmie Valley, and Tahoma) will be placed in mixed-district groups and participate in this online study.
How will I know when there’s a new post?
There is a tab at the top of the blog for each week of the class. Your facilitator will send you reminder emails throughout the course with links to the appropriate page, but you are welcome to visit these pages ahead of time and work ahead if you'd like.
How do I earn clock hours?
12 clock hours are available for this online study. Our online study has been divided into 8 weeks of reading/responding. Your clock hours will be “earned/documented” when you post your reply and respond to at least one peer each week.
Do I have to post and respond every week?
Yes. However we understand that things happen. If you miss a week, please contact your facilitator.
What is the time period of this class?
January 8-March 12, 2015
What do I have to do to earn the clock hours?
- Complete assigned readings over the 8-week period.
- Respond to facilitator-posted prompts posted each Thursday evening (beginning January 8) by the following Monday evening.
- Respond to at least one other participant’s response by the next Thursday.
- Note: Clock hour credit will only be given for those who complete the course as outlined. Partial credit will not be awarded. Posts and replies must be completed according to scheduled due dates.
- Facilitators will keep an attendance/participation list.
Weekly Schedule
| Week | Reading/Focus |
| Week 1 | An Introduction to the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics |
| Week 2 | Shift #1 - Focus: The Big Picture |
| Week 3 | Shift #2 - Coherence: Content Progressions |
| Week 4 | Shift #3 - Rigor: Conceptual Understanding, Procedural Fluency, Real-World Application |
| Week 5 | Overview of Standards for Mathematical Practice |
| Week 6 | Finding Evidence of Standards for Mathematical Practice in the classroom |
| Week 7 | Applying the Standards for Mathematical Practices in the classroom |
| Week 8 | Assessment |
How do I post?
1. Type in your comment to the space provided. See example below.
2. Include your first and last name (or at least your last initial) followed by your district name or initials in parentheses in the Name box (see below) so we’ll know who you are and give you clock hour credit for that week.
3. In addition, provide your email address and select one of the options in the Subscribe to drop down list IF you’d like to be notified via email when someone comments on the post or replies to your comment.
4. Press Submit Comment.
Watch this little demonstration to see how it’s done.
Commenting Review from 10Tech on Vimeo.
Can I still comment if I don’t want clock hours?
Why, yes, of course you can! Even if you aren't completing the class for clock hours, we hope you will participate by reading and commenting on posts and/or someone else’s comment any time you’d like.
What if I need help with the blog?
Contact one of your district's technology TOSAs or coaches.
What if I need help with the course?
Contact your facilitator.
