Knowledge for Teachers 09 - Karen Tzanetopoulos on the Science of Math Learning in Research and Practice
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Apr 2, 2023 Karen Tzanetopoulos, a trained speech and language pathologist and co-author of "How Children Learn Math," shares her journey from a small office to becoming a math education expert. She explores the crucial link between language skills and math learning, emphasizing the need for innovative teaching strategies. Karen discusses how foundational skills, creativity in problem-solving, and early exposure to mathematical language can foster fluency. Her insights help bridge the gap for students with language disorders, making math more accessible and engaging.
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Janitor's Closet Literacy
- Karen Tzanetopoulos noticed students needed more literacy support than provided in public schools.
- She quietly implemented structured literacy, even though dyslexia wasn't openly discussed, and saw positive results.
Build a Mental Number Line
- Develop a mental number line, crucial for understanding number relationships and base 10 concepts.
- Use number lines, both physical and drawn, to enhance number sense.
Structured Math Instruction
- Teach math in a structured, linear way, like structured literacy, focusing on foundational skills.
- Avoid random math facts drills; instead, teach concepts in order with meaning.