Bridges e-News
October 2013


  

Discount for Refurbished Kits

Refurbished Bridges and Number Corner first edition grade level packages are available at 25% off the regular price. These kits were used as previews or pilots and have been fully restored. Availability by grade: Bridges - K & 2; Number Corner - 1, 4 & 5. Sales are on a first come, first serve basis. For more info send us an email or call 800-575-8130. 
  

PART 1. Guided math is a structured, practical way of matching math instruction to the diverse individual learners in the classroom. This approach respects the belief that every child is capable of learning and understanding mathematics and recognizes that students learn to do mathematics at varying rates of development. Read more...
  

PART 2. Guided math represents a different approach to small group instruction/differentiation than that of traditional math groups. Guided math promotes autonomous learning while traditional math is generally teacher lead direct instruction.  Read more ...
  

PART 3. Guided math sessions can be conducted at a table, on the floor, or at a small group of student desks. The students are chosen and grouped by the teacher's careful formative assessment of her students' similar needs.  Read more...
  

PART 4. The workplaces in Bridges offer a key component to managing guided math sessions in the K-5 classroom. In order for the teacher to instruct 3-6 students for 5-10 minutes, the other students must be engaged in meaningful math explorations. Read more ... 
  
More from MLC

 

Interested in attending a Guided Math Seminar? Here are the upcoming dates.

 

Take a look at these students using The Number Pieces App in the classroom.

 

Watch a short video on the The Geoboard App.

 

Curriculum Specialists are available via email at MLC Support.  

You may also call 800-575-8130.

 

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