Students have an important role to play in the assessment and learning process.
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Elementary Mathematics
Four Techniques for Everyday Formative Assessment
The assessment that makes a difference to student learning is the day-to-day exchange of feedback among teachers and students. This video highlights four techniques that are easy to implement in tomorrow’s lesson!
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Developing and Refining Strategies for Addition and Subtraction
Developing mathematical understanding requires more than simply getting the correct answer. In this video, teachers use conversations with students to help them refine their strategies.
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Flexible Strategies for Addition and Subtraction
There’s more than one way to arrive at a correct answer! When students talk about their strategies, teachers gain insight into students’ understanding of mathematical concepts.
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Discussion Guide (pdf)
Extend Your Understanding (pdf)
Student Samples (pdf)
Building a Mathematical Community
Math talks are an effective way to help students meet the learning goals of the Alberta Mathematics Program of Studies. Watch some math talks in action in Alberta classrooms.
Video Resources
Discussion Guide (pdf)
Extend Your Understanding (pdf)
Classroom Strategy Charts (pdf)
Setting the Context
Mathematics instruction and assessment must focus on more than simply getting right answers. A focus on mathematical processes can help students develop the understanding that will help them to be confident mathematicians.