by Laurie Ferry | Sep 1, 2023 | Curriculum, Mathematics
Transfer Learning can be defined as deep learning where students are given new and unique critical thinking and problem-solving tasks that have NOT been modeled in the classroom. Here are two examples to demonstrate the concept of Transfer Learning, as coined by John...
by Laurie Ferry | Jun 21, 2023 | Curriculum, Professional Learning
What is mastery? How do we measure the mastery of an individual standard? When is mastery supposed to happen for a student? These are questions I have heard from a plethora of educators over the years. I believe that mastery, in any content area, can be defined with...
by Laurie Ferry | Jun 7, 2023 | Curriculum, Mathematics
The Concrete – Representational – Abstract (CRA) pedagogical model for teaching mathematics is an incredibly accessible model for any student. We often think of using a concrete representation, manipulatives, with younger children. However, any student in...
by Laurie Ferry | May 24, 2023 | Curriculum, Mathematics
Why is accelerating middle school math a practice we readily buy into? There are so many reasons we cite, including, parent status, Calculus in high school, and challenging students who need enrichment. Let’s look individually at each argument for middle school math...
