by Oran Tkatchov | Jun 2, 2021 | Blind, Deaf, deaf-blind, instruction, language, Strategies
As the number of children and youth with deaf-blindness from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds continues to grow, educators and others who provide services to them and their families are expected to demonstrate awareness of cultural differences and use...
by Oran Tkatchov | May 19, 2021 | Math, Strategies, teaching
Number lines are a powerful and mathematically accurate tool that sets the stage for success in Algebra. Several studies by Robert Siegler and colleagues have found that students’ ability to estimate relative magnitude (value) of numbers (both fractions and whole...
by Oran Tkatchov | Apr 28, 2021 | instruction, learning, Strategies, teaching
Many learners struggle with organization, attention, and memory. Here are a few tips to incorporate into your classroom routines. Links to instructional strategies, particularly HLP #16 Use explicit instruction, are included at the end of the page. To focus attention:...
by Oran Tkatchov | Apr 15, 2021 | instruction, Math, Strategies, teaching
This Considerations Packet describes strategies middle school mathematics teachers can incorporate into their teaching of geometry. An overview of the van Hiele Model is followed by a description of how to assess students’ level. Strategies for teaching plane figures,...
by Oran Tkatchov | Apr 15, 2021 | Games, instruction, learning, Math, Strategies, teaching
It’s time to divide and conquer! Need some creative ways to make teaching division more fun? Check out this list for 35 ideas. Click here to visit the full list.
by Oran Tkatchov | Apr 15, 2021 | instruction, Math, Strategies, teaching
Math can be fun when its turned into a game!! Click here to visit the full list of game ideas.