Complex Instruction at the International School of Monterey
This team plans to deepen their knowledge of effective teaching practices and, in the process, build the capacity of the math team to serve as peer coaches.
Math Teaching for Inquiry and Problem-Solving
The team of elementary school teachers will use inquiry to research, plan, teach, observe, and reflect on math lessons that they give in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade classrooms. Teachers will design curricula through this process, with continuous analysis and discussion to improve practices and outcomes.
Making Sense of SCIENCE with Earth Science Phenomena
This team of science teachers from across Manteca Unified School District aims to increase their knowledge of earth science content and training as their district adopts the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
Deepening Mathematical Practices and Improving Student Access to College Math
This team of six high school math teachers with a 100% English Learner population at their school are seeking to improve college math readiness in their school community.
Revolutionizing How Students Engage With Climate Change Education
These four high school teachers will develop climate change units through four disciplines (life science, earth science, chemistry, and physics).
Teacher Learning Lab
This team of six elementary school teachers aims to change the way they teach math using the new NCTM effective teaching practices, and ultimately, to teach math in a more student-centered way.