Reply To: How To Make Math Moments That Matter Everyday In Your Math Class – Discussion

[Sylvia Taussig]

I love the material and website, however I’m struggling to figure out how to implement in my unique teaching situation. I teach math to students in grades 7-12 at a correctional facility. The students come to me in mixed ages/grades/math subjects and stay for varying lengths of time. They can be there for 1-2 weeks or several months, but I don’t have that knowledge up front. Additionally, many have stopped going to school or are thoroughly disengaged from learning. I have a smart board, but no devices for students. They are required to participate while in class or they return to their cells and, of course, they don’t want that. I realize that I’m in an unique situation, but maybe someone has some ideas for me. Thanks!

[Sylvia Taussig]

I love the material and website, however I’m struggling to figure out how to implement in my unique teaching situation. I teach math to students in grades 7-12 at a correctional facility. The students come to me in mixed ages/grades/math subjects and stay for varying lengths of time. They can be there for 1-2 weeks or several months, but I don’t have that knowledge up front. Additionally, many have stopped going to school or are thoroughly disengaged from learning. I have a smart board, but no devices for students. They are required to participate while in class or they return to their cells and, of course, they don’t want that. I realize that I’m in an unique situation, but maybe someone has some ideas for me. Thanks!