Math4ME is designed to implement evidence-based professional development which increases math proficiency and inclusionary practices for students with exceptionalities and improves instructional practices for educators of all students.
The Math4ME project is grounded in the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Mathematics Teaching Practices. This project includes hands-on activities, resources, and interactive professional learning experiences which engage participants in deeper understanding of core mathematical concepts and strategies. Project content includes accessible and engaging math routines, diagnostic probes, assessment and formative feedback, all focusing on conceptual understanding, operations with whole numbers, connected representations, and problem-solving skills and processes.
Math4ME is a three-year, whole-school project designed to support all educators (classroom teachers, special educators, ed techs, and interventionists) to strengthen math proficiency for all learners with a specific focus on increased math proficiency for students with math IEP goals.
Through the use of an embedded Teacher of Influence (TOI), in collaboration with Maine Department of Education Math4ME Coaches, participants will engage in in-person trainings, site visits, and virtual meetings. This project includes hands-on activities, resources, and interactive professional learning experiences to develop participants’ positive math beliefs and deepen understanding of core mathematical concepts, strategies, and inclusionary practices.
Resources
- Math4ME Logic Model
- Math4ME Outcomes, Measures and Evaluation Plan
- State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP) Report 2021
Math4ME Project Goals
Ignite a positive math identity and beliefs around math learning and instruction
Create positive and exciting classroom and school math cultures and communities
Build content knowledge, shared mathematical language, and pedagogical skills in mathematics to increase proficiency for all students
Gain an understanding of using inclusionary practices and how they can fit within an MTSS model
Teacher, Greene Central School
Teacher, Bowdoinham Community School
“Math4ME has trained me how to strategically question students in order to get them thinking mathematically. Math4ME training and resources provide the insight teachers need to encourage mathematical behaviors such as logical thinking, testing conjectures, and meaningful reflection while problem-solving.”
Principal, Leeds Central School
“The feedback from my teachers has been extremely positive. They love having the coach come into their classroom to observe and offer feedback. The rich 1-on-1 discussions about their mathematical teaching practices that followed the lessons were some of the best professional development they have ever experienced.”
Contact
Susan Hogan
Math4ME State Coach & Trainer
Email: Susan.Hogan@maine.gov
Jennifer Robitaille
Inclusive Education Mathematics Specialist & Math4ME Coordinator
Email: Jennifer.R.Robitaille@maine.gov