Understanding Educational Practices and Tools

The video discusses the decline in math scores during the 2018-19 school year and the collaborative efforts made to address this issue. Teachers across the town worked together to analyze data and develop strategies, such as improving students' writing skills on computers and using digital tools like Google Forms and Cami. They focused on familiarizing themselves with the curriculum and integrating digital resources like Zearn and Freckle. The approach included group activities, productive struggle, and fostering a school culture that values habits of mind and math practice standards. The emphasis was on encouraging students to try their best and demonstrate their knowledge.

What was the main issue faced by the school during the 2018-19 school year?

• A drop in math scores

• Low student attendance

• Lack of teachers

• Insufficient classroom space

Which tools were used to help students explain their math thinking?

• Google Forms and Cami

• Zoom and Skype

• Microsoft Word and Excel

• Khan Academy and YouTube

What was one of the key discoveries about students' writing habits?

• Students were not used to writing on the computer

• Students were writing too much

• Students preferred writing on paper

• Students were writing in different languages

Why did teachers spend time becoming familiar with the curriculum?

• To create new teaching materials

• To conduct research studies

• To prepare for a new school year

• To ensure the content was valid and in-depth

Which digital tool was aligned with the math curriculum?

• Zearn

• Duolingo

• Khan Academy

• Coursera

What was the purpose of using Freckle in the classroom?

• To conduct science experiments

• To improve reading skills

• To teach history

• To build math concepts and fluency

What is meant by 'productive struggle' in the context of this video?

• Making students work without any help

• Allowing students to face challenges and persevere

• Avoiding difficult topics

• Giving students easy tasks

What are the math practice standards focused on?

• Speed in solving problems

• Memorizing formulas

• Using calculators

• Habits of mind and peer learning

What is emphasized in the school's culture regarding student effort?

• Trying their best

• Competing with peers

• Avoiding mistakes

• Finishing work quickly