Math/Numeracy
Recent Newsletter Articles
Registration for MCTM is now open!
The theme of this year’s Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Spring Conference in Duluth is "Mathematics for Each and Everyone"! To help support Minnesota Adult Education practitioners to take advantage of this amazing opportunity, ATLAS is again offering a number of scholarships for up to $750 each to help offset the cost of attending the conference. Read More
Combatting the Churn: Exploring the Spiral Model of Instruction
In this special, full-length feature article, Corrections teacher Adam Kuehnel explores the spiral model of instruction in a low-level ABE mathematics classroom. While his subject matter is math, this successful instructional model can be applied to any adult education class. (See the synopsis for a summary of main points.) Read More
Routines That Foster Constructing Viable Arguments and Critiquing the Reasoning of Others – Part 2
Regardless of the subject matter, there is a skill/practice that is central to any learning: the ability to construct viable and valid arguments, and to engage in critiquing the reasoning of others - the reasoning of both students and teachers. There are routines you can put in place to help develop this skill/practice. Read More
Routines That Foster Constructing Viable Arguments and Critiquing the Reasoning of Others – Part 1
Regardless of the subject matter, there is a skill/practice that is central to any learning: the ability to construct viable and valid arguments, and to engage in critiquing the reasoning of others - the reasoning of both students and teachers. There are routines you can put in place to help develop this skill/practice. Read More
What Are Students Missing on the GED Math Test?
I have often found myself asking what information the GED Testing Service makes available to know what to teach to my students. GEDTS must know what topics are important and what the GED candidates are getting incorrect on the tests, right? Well, the good news is that they do both know the information and are willing to share it with us! Read More
CCRS Resources: Start the New Year Right! – Part 2
There have been so many CCRS webinars, tools, and activities developed over the years, it is sometimes hard to remember the plethora of FREE resources housed on the ATLAS website. Check out this list of many of our prominent CCRS resources – all in one place! Whether you are looking for professional development to complete individually, a PD activity to dive into with a small group/PLC, or the next task to engage in during a regular staff meeting, you’re sure to find some gold nuggets here! Read More
CCRS Resources: Start the New Year Right! – Part 1
There have been so many CCRS webinars, tools, and activities developed over the years, it is sometimes hard to remember the plethora of FREE resources housed on the ATLAS website. Check out this list of many of our prominent CCRS resources – all in one place! Whether you are looking for professional development to complete individually, a PD activity to dive into with a small group/PLC, or the next task to engage in during a regular staff meeting, you’re sure to find some gold nuggets here! Read More
2022 Language & Literacy Institute: Registration Now Open!
Mark your calendars for the 2022 Language & Literacy Institute on January 27-28. If you teach any aspect of language & literacy—at any level—this event is for you! Read More
Engaging Resources to Enhance Your Math Instruction
Are you looking for ways to engage your students in meaningful problem-solving tasks? Do you want to bring more engaging and fun mathematics into your classroom? At the recent Fall 2021 ABE Virtual Conference, practitioners shared their favorite math resources during one of our Coffee Break sessions. Read More
Examining Trends in Students’ Math Knowledge and Skills Gaps with GED Testing Service (GEDTS)
Did you know that since January 2019, approximately 78,000 students have passed 3 of the 4 GED content area tests? Approximately 80% of those students have either not passed or not taken the GED Math test. GED Testing Service is offering a webinar to examine trends in students’ knowledge and skills gaps on the Mathematical Reasoning test. Read More