Description:

Big Ideas from Dr. Small is an easy-to-use professional learning resource that will enable teachers to develop a solid grounding in mathematics content. Armed with knowledge of the big ideas in mathematics and model tasks and questions, teachers will be able to shape and focus their instruction to help students make powerful connections. The Facilitator's Guide • Ideal for coaches and facilitators of Professional Learning Communities • Can be used by both math specialists and non-math educators • Allows facilitators to cover all math strands in 10 two-hour sessions, or to focus in on topics of particular interest The DVD (included in the Facilitator's Guide) • Video clips show math in action with real teachers and students in the classroom • Dr. Marian Small introduces each clip and reflects with teachers after each activity • Includes electronic versions of the Blackline Masters