Building Understanding from Cuisenaire Rods: From Concrete to Concept Mathematics Online Series Virtual - 34377
Inspired by the power of hands-on learning, this interactive session, Building Understanding from Cuisenaire Rods: From Concrete to Concept in Mathematics, aims to equip educators with the knowledge and tools to enhance student understanding of algebraic concepts through the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) Instructional Sequence. Participants will explore how to effectively use Cuisenaire Rods and Algebra Tiles to transition students from concrete manipulatives to abstract reasoning, fostering a solid mathematical foundation. Together, we will develop a structured learning progression that incorporates these manipulatives to support deeper understanding of key algebraic concepts. Additionally, attendees will design a student-centered formative assessment to guide instructional planning and facilitate conceptual mastery in their classrooms. This session is ideal for K-8 mathematics educators seeking to transform their teaching strategies and improve student engagement in middle school math. In this self-paced online session, participants will engage in interactive learning tasks using Desmos Classroom platform.
Audiences
Teacher - High School (Grades 9-12), Teacher - Middle School (Grades 6-8), Teacher - Special Education, Instructional Coaches/Support Specialists
Objectives
Given Cuisenaire Rods, secondary mathematics educators will construct a structured learning progression that transitions students from concrete manipulatives to abstract reasoning, while designing a student-centered formative assessment to measure conceptual mastery.
Session
61375
Fee
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Seats Left
92
T-TESS
1.4,2.2,2.5
Registration Deadline
5/30/2025
Credit Type
Continuing Professional Education
Duration
03:00
T-PESS
Presenter
David Henson ESC Region 11
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For assistance contact:
David Henson
Instructional Content Coach
dhenson@esc11.net
(817) 740-7579

For assistance contact:
Jana Herrera
JHerrera@esc11.net
Offered Again On
- 4/21/2025 8:00 am
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