1st Edition
Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention A Practical Framework To Engage Students Who Struggle
This practical resource offers a classroom-tested framework for secondary math teachers to support students who struggle. Teachers will explore an often-overlooked piece of the math achievement puzzle: the gatekeeping cycles of mathematics and the importance of teachers own expectations of students. The immediately applicable strategies in this book, developed through the author’s work as a math intervention teacher, intervention specialist, and instructional coach, will give teachers the tools to help students overcome math anxiety, retention struggles, and even apathy. Beginning with a deep dive into the gatekeeping cycles to help teachers better understand their students who struggle, the book then walks teachers through the five-part B.R.E.A.K. it™ Math Intervention Framework: Build Community, Routines to Boost Confidence, Engage Every Student, Advance Your Expectations, Know Students’ Level of Understanding. Educational research, personal anecdotes from the author’s own classroom, and examples from case study teachers are woven into each chapter, leading to clear action items, planning strategies, and best practices that are accessible enough to accommodate all grade levels and schedules. The framework and activities in this book enable teachers to help students overcome math anxiety, create a safe math environment for 6-12 students, and ultimately increase achievement with effective research-based suggestions for working with students who struggle.
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Introduction Not The Mediocre PD Book You’re Used To 1. Who Are Our Students Who Struggle? 2. B.R.E.A.K. it™ Math Intervention Framework Part 1: Student Engagement 3. Build Community 4. Routines To Boost Confidence Part 2: Student Achievement 5. Engage Every Student 6. Advance Your Expectations Part 3: Student Motivation 7. Know Students Level of Understanding 8. Do Something Different
Biography
Juliana Tapper, is the Founder of CollaboratEd, a math PD consultancy for schools across the US and state departments of education. She has experience as a math classroom teacher, PLC facilitator, professional developer, and instructional coach throughout urban classrooms in multiple states, as well as district level leadership.
"Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention masterfully tackles the challenges of teaching students with a history of math failure, addressing emotional and academic needs. It offers a structured, equitable, and student-centered approach, making it an invaluable resource for all teachers, especially those new to the profession."
Pamela Seda, Founder, Seda Educational Consulting, LLC, USA.
"Research and experience led Juliana to write Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention. It’s an easy read, and a plan you can implement confidently and successfully with your neediest learners!"
Mark Goldstein, Vice President, Center for Mathematics and Teaching, USA.
"Juliana Tapper is a mathematics educator who understands classrooms, curriculum, students, teachers, and pedagogical practice that empowers learners. Her creative curiosity and thoughtful analysis make Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention a must-read! The B.R.E.A.K. it™ Framework promotes a vital structure that honors the mathematical development of all students."
Mindy Adair, Director of Mathematics, Denver Academy, USA.
"Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention is a game-changer for middle school and secondary math teachers. Learn various tried and true strategies to boost participation, foster collaboration, and dramatically increase student success in math. An essential read for transforming classroom dynamics and student outcomes."
Lindsay Gould, Owner, Beyond The Worksheet, USA.
"In Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention, Juliana Tapper brings real, practical teaching experience to the forefront. Her chapter on Engaging Every Student alone is worth the price of admission as she focuses on the needs of students, offering a balanced perspective to the often distracting 'math wars' discussion."
Manny Barbara, Vice President Board, Retired Superintendent, East Side Education Foundation, USA.
"Highly recommend Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention for anyone looking to ensure that math intervention isn't replicating the status quo. Juliana offers a helpful framework to engage in equitable practices and her ability to tell us 'the how' is impactful."
Erin Osterhaus, Executive Director of Education, Division of Youth Services, USA.
