Enhance your impact as an educational leader in mathematics with TechEd Maven Consulting’s ‘Abacus Advancement’ toolkit. This set is grounded in evidence-based strategies, designed to empower instructional leaders in developing numeracy skills among their staff:

Mathematical Conceptual Exploration Framework:

Emphasizing deep conceptual understanding in mathematics, this framework aligns with findings that such understanding is crucial for effective instruction and learning outcomes. It guides educators in implementing these methodologies, fostering profound comprehension of mathematical concepts among students.

Mathematical Inquiry Classification Framework:

Categorized to exemplify various questioning techniques in math instruction, this tool aids in crafting differentiated questions. It highlights the significance of probing and extending students’ mathematical understanding, as supported by current educational research (nrich.maths.org, n.d.).

Math Discussion Rubric:

This rubric offers a structured approach to enhance mathematical discourse, essential for sharpening students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills (TeachingWorks, n.d.). It fosters a transition to a collaborative learning environment, where student ideas and reasoning are valued.

Each component of the ‘Abacus Advancement’ suite supports a holistic approach to math instruction and coaching, in line with the latest educational research and best practices.

Effective Math Questioning

Abacus Advancement: Instructional Leadership Research-Based Toolkit for Mathematics Coaching – TechEd Maven Consulting (Google Docs – Site License)