Core ideas are synthesized in “Math Notes” boxes, placed purposefully, often falling one or more lessons after the initial introduction of a concept. This allows students time to explore and build conceptual understanding of an idea before they are presented with a formal definition, algorithm or summary of a mathematical concept.
Checkpoints indicate to students where fluency with a skill should occur. Each checkpoint problem has the topic clearly labeled and the solution. Checkpoints also offer examples with detailed explanations, complete solution of the checkpoint problem, and more practice problems with answers included.
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This professional learning is designed for teachers as they begin their implementation of CPM. This series contains multiple components and is grounded in multiple active experiences delivered over the first year. This learning experience will encourage teachers to adjust their instructional practices, expand their content knowledge, and challenge their beliefs about teaching and learning. Teachers and leaders will gain first-hand experience with CPM with emphasis on what they will be teaching. Throughout this series educators will experience the mathematics, consider instructional practices, and learn about the classroom environment necessary for a successful implementation of CPM curriculum resources.
Page 2 of the Professional Learning Progression (PDF) describes all of the components of this learning event and the additional support available. Teachers new to a course, but have previously attended Foundations for Implementation, can choose to engage in the course Content Modules in the Professional Learning Portal rather than attending the entire series of learning events again.
