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Which of the following is NOT one of the seven mathematical processes found in the POS?
a) Technology
b) Problem Solving
c) Journaling
d) Communication |
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When Cody and Chris introduced factoring in their mini lesson what sport did they apply factoring to?
a) baseball
b) basketball
c) tennis
d) hockey |
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What technique does Gord use when teaching students how to make equivalent fractions or reduce fractions?
a) the upside down gopher
b) Long division
c) BEDMAS
d) The Big One |
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How does Gord prefer to organize information when calculating formulas?
a) BEDMAD
b) FSC
c) CIA
d) CPP |
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What concept can the Big Obe be used to illustrate?
a) Whole Numbers
b) Equivalent Fractions
c) Probability
d) Mixed Fractions |
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Which of the following is NOT one of the estimation strategies introduced in grade five?
a) comparable numbers
b) front end rounding
c) compensation
d) compatible numbers |
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Which of the following correctly states the four strands of the mathematics curriculum?
a) number, probability, shapes, relationships
b) addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
c)number, patters and relations, stats and probability, shape and space
d) number, shape and space, transformations, probability |
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| c)number, patters and relations, stats and probability, shape and space |
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What mathematical process does T stand for?
a) technology
b) transformations
c) translations
d) theoretical |
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Which of the following is a strategy to reduce math anxiety?
a) put a time limit on activity
b) practice slow breathing
c) create a competitive environment
d) weight grade heavily |
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| b) practice slow breathing |
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What do teachers need to emphasize due to increased use of technology?
a) problem solving
b) mental math
c) reasoning
d) communication |
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Which strand would you a lot the most time for in your yearly plan?
a) shape and space
b) statistics and probability
c) number
d) patterns and relations |
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What is one cause of test anxiety in students?
a) lack of study skills
b) seeing a dead squirrel
c) not eating a good breakfast
d) too much exercise |
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What two factoring methods did we use during the factoring lesson NHL Draft, led by Chris and Cody?
a) Factor shrub and bridge
b) Factor tree and rainbow
c) Factor tree and BEDMAS
d) Who gives a factor |
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| b) Factor tree and rainbow |
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In the POS under mathematical processes what does the [V] stand for?
a) visualization
b) visual
c) video games
d) vision |
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When planning a course what educational goals do we need to consider?
a) Skills, Attitudes
b) Knowledge, Calculate, Skills
c) Knowledge, Attitudes
d) Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes |
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| d) Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes |
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Which of the following is NOT a component that defines the nature of mathematics?
a) change
b) constancy
c) continuity
d) uncertainty |
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There are seven mathematical processes that are addressed in the POS. What does the [R] stand for?
a) reasoning
b) ratios
c) rationale
d) resources |
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What year was the current POS modified?
a) 2006
b) 2007
c) 2008
d) 2009 |
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What is NOT one of the four strands of the mathematics curriculum?
a) Number
b) Shape and Space
c) Statistics and Probability
d) Higher Arithmetic |
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In what grade is the table of values first introduced to students?
a) 6
b) 7
c) 8
d) 9 |
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Which of the following is NOT one if the seven mathematical processes addressed in the POS?
a) Problem solving
b) Mental mathematics and estimation
c) Communication
d) Representing |
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What is the recommended order when teaching the mathematical strands?
a) Number strand, patterns and relations, shape and space, statistics and probability
b) statistics and probability, shape and space, patterns and relations, numbers
c) mix and flow, salt water systems, light and optics
d) number strand, statistics and probability, shape and space, patterns and relations |
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| a) Number strand, patterns and relations, shape and space, statistics and probability |
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What is NOT one of the components that defines the nature of mathematics?
a) spacial sense
b) theory
c) uncertainty
d) relationships |
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In grade 6 students are expected to demonstrate an understanding of place value for numbers that are greater than:
a) ten
b) one hundred
c) one million
d) one billion |
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When it comes to organizing and collecting data for determining measures of central tendency, which of the following tables should be used?
a) stem and leaf
b) table of values
c) input/output tables
d) venn diagrams |
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What were the names of the four middle years grads who came to out class to share their experiences?
a) Kandis, Penny, Camille, Lana
b) Kandis, Penny, Carol, Lana
c) Kayley, Peter, Brady, Lucy
d) Kandis, Penny, Kristy, Lisa |
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| a) Kandis, Penny, Camille, Lana |
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How much help does Gord give his students during exams?
a) help with 1-2 questions
b) help whenever they need it
c) no help at all
d) help with up to 5 questions |
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Which of the following was NOT discussed in class as a contributor to math test anxiety?
a) cognitive process interference
b) high stakes testing
c) evaluative threat
d) excessive pre-preparation |
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| d) excessive pre-preparation |
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What does FSC stand for?
a) Formula, substitute, calculate
b) Formula, subtract, calculate
c) Format, solve, celebrate
d) Function, substitute, connect |
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| a) formula, substitute, calculate |
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What does NCTM stand for?
a) Northern Canadian Technology for Mathematics
b) National Council of Teaching Mathematics
c) National Committee for Transmitting Mathematics
d) Nerds come to math |
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| c) National Committee for Transmitting Mathematics |
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What does ME stand for in the math processes?
a) math expert
b) mental math and estimation
c) maximum elimination
d) measurement and exploration |
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| b) mental math and estimation |
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On an input output table, what does the value of x always start with?
a) 2
b) 4
c) -4
d) -2 |
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In what grade would you introduce the do/undo method for solving an algebra problem?
a) grade 6
b) grade 7
c) grade 8
d) grade 9 |
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What does LCD and GCF stand for?
a) Lowest Common Denominator and Greatest Common Factor
b) Least Common Denominator and Greatest Common Function
c) Lower Constant Divisor and Grand Central Formula
d) Lame Counting Device and Good Concentration Format |
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| a) Lowest Common Denominator and Greatest Common Factor |
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What book did Heather J use on math conference day that was frequently discussed by Gord?
a) Sir Cumference and The Dragon of Pi
b) Worth Your Angle Pythagoras
c) Sir Cumference and the Round Table
d) The Math World and Mr Donalds Hot Tub |
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| a) Sir Cumference and The Dragon of Pi |
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Which of the following is NOT a name of a middle years grad who spoke to us?
a) Kandis
b) Penny
c) Lana
d) Leah |
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What activity did Jessica M and Kat use to teach coordinates?
a) Just Dance
b) Battleship
c) Twister
d) Geoboards |
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What acronym is used to remember order of operations?
a) BEDMOS
b) HOTS over LOTS
c) BEDMAS
d) BMDESA |
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Which of the following is a resource from learn alberta for grade 6 math?
a) Mr Duey
b) Mathletics
c) Mr Nussbaum
d) Spy Guys |
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If you were skimming any grade to determine appropriate calculator use, you would look at the symbol ___.
a) ME - mental math and estiimation
b) CN - connections
c) TI - technology innovations
d) T - technology |
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Travor Calkins of known for developing the following ideas, except:
a) mouth the answer
b) the weekly guys
c) the teachable moment
d) all-write-round robin |
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Which of the following is NOT one of the steps of unit planning according to class notes?
a) what do you want students to learn?
b) what will your lessons consist of?
c) which evidence will you accept of that learning?
d) how will you design instruction for effective learning for all? |
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| b) what will your lessons consist of? |
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According to class discussions what is Dinah Zike known for?
a) math bumper stickers
b) math wackies
c) foldables
d) math test anxiety |
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According to class discussions, our mentality as a teacher should be:
a) teach kids first, subjects second
b) get through the curriculum
c) make lessons fun
d) stick to your lesson plan no matter what |
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| a) teach kids first, subjects second |
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All of the following were activities we did in the math mini lesson EXCEPT:
a) participating in a hockey draft
b) watching a puppet show
c) cooking for Fairmont
d) making a math in my life poster |
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| d)making a math in my life poster |
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| Measurement is under what strand in the program of studies? |
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| Explain the two main goals that math education prepares students for: |
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1) Use the math confidently to solve problems
2) Communicate and reason mathematically |
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| Explain the difference between general outcomes and specific outcomes: |
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General - vague overview of a strand or substrand
Specific - a statement that identifies the exact skills a student is required to have learned |
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| List 3 ways that you could reduce math test anxiety: |
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1) Breathing exercises
2) Building positive thoughts
3) Class atmosphere
4) Ensured preparedness
5) Realistic beliefs of math ability
6) Devaluation of the test (retest, same test)
7) transition every 10 minutes
8) eliminate negative self talk
9) make math fun
10) math posters and bumper stickers |
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| State the strand that represents each mathematical concept: |
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1) percentages-number
2) classifying angles- shape and space
3) read and interpret graphs- statistics and probability
4) solving equations- patterns and relations |
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| How does technology contribute to the math learning environment? |
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| It creates a growing curiosity of students which can lead to rich mathematical discoveries at all grade levels. |
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| There are 6 main goals of mathematics education that help prepare students. List 3 of these goals. |
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1. use mathematics confidently to solve problems
2. communicate and reason mathematically
3. appreciate and value mathematics
4. make connections between math and its applications
5. commit themselves to life long learning
6. become mathematically literate adults |
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| What does A.I.S.I. stand for? |
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| Alberta Initiative For School Improvement |
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| List 5 of the 7 mathematical processes as addressed in the POS, and include the corresponding symbol. |
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1) communication (c)
2) mental mathematics & estimation (ME)
3) connections (CN)
4) problem solving (PS)
5) Reasoning (R)
6) technology (T)
7) Visualization (V) |
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| List at least 3 manipulatives students could use when working with fractions. |
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1) Fraction strips
2) Number lines
3) Grids and counters
4) geoboards |
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| The Alberta Mathematics Program of Studies with achievement indicators goes from what grade to what grade. |
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State the strand.
1) 3D Objects and 2D Shapes
2) Patterns
3) Improper Fractions
4) Read and Interpret Graphs
5) Plot Points on a Cartesian Plane |
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1) Shape and Space
2. Patterns and Relations
3. Number
4. Statistics and Probability
5. Shape and Space |
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| What are three of the five questions you should ask yourself when unit planning? |
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1) What are the goals for the year and what order should topics be taught in?
2) How much time will each unit take and what are the relative components?
3) Outline units in sequence, what topic, how long?
4) How will I develop my daily lesson?
5? How will I outline what I want to accomplish each week? |
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| What are the 4 main measure of central tendency? Define them. |
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1) Mean- Average
2) Median- Middle
3) Mode- most occurring
4) Range- lowest to highest |
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| Name and describe 2 assignment we did to reduce math anxiety? |
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1) "Math In My Life" poster of where we use math in our everyday lives
2) "Bumper Stickers" a funny message related to math |
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| Explain one way you could use a foldable in math. |
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| You could make a fraction foldable with each section representing a different fraction. |
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| Name 5 words from the math vocabulary list. |
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| Portfolio, Manipulatives, Rubric, Expanded Form, Standard Form |
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| Name 3 components that define the nature of mathematics. |
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| change, constancy, number sense, patterns, relationships, spacial sense |
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| Give an example of an appropriate manipulative when teaching integers. |
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Number lines
Integer tiles
Counters |
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| What does F.S.C stand for? (According to Gord) Why is it used in the middle school classroom? |
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Formula, Substitute, Calculate
It helps the students arrange their work in an orderly and organized way. It helps them align the steps necessary to calculate a right answer. |
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| What are 3 techniques discussed in class meant to check for understanding throughout a math lesson? |
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personal white boards
mouth the answer
thumbs up, thumbs down
fist of five
red/green cups |
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| Recall 3 pieces of advice that they guest speakers gave to us? |
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| endless possibilities for answers |
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| Give 3 benefits of doing performance assessment with your math students. |
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eases anxiety
real world connections
builds confidence
creativity |
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