ccc-m introduction (2013-2016)

Creating, Collaborating and Computing in Math

Enhancing the teaching and learning of mathematics using technology

Riverside School Board and McGill University 2013-2016

Why this project? Student success in mathematics Focus on the transition from elementary to

secondary Digital literacy Professional learning network Initial funding for 3 years (Sept 2013 - Aug

2016)

Overview (1)

Goals Teachers and consultants engage in

on-going, sustained professional learning

For the benefit of student learning Use of data to monitor and orient

practice, inquiry, and learning

Overview (2)

What knowledge do “we” (teachers, school board pedagogical consultants, and educational researchers) need in order to improve students’ understanding, and integrate digital tools meaningfully into this practice shift?

How can we engage in the most promising professional development experiences to achieve the above practice shift in a sustainable way?

How can we use student-learning data to monitor progress and adapt practice toward the goal of developing digital literacy and disciplinary understanding?

Research Questions

a) Foster a community of practice in mathematics teaching and digital tools

b) Develop collective understandings of the situation with regards to student success in mathematics

c) Develop practice in terms of using digital tools for teachers and for students

d) Engage in sustaining sharing, reflection, and inquiry activities

e) Consolidate a long-term partnership between RSB and McGill

Objectives for Year 1 (2013-2014)

a) Face-to-face meetings (5 times/year) September / November / January / March /

Mayb) On-line activities on Edmodoc) Classroom visits and interviewsd) Wrap-up, Celebration, Planning next year

(May F2F meeting)

Key Activities for Year 1 (2013-2014)

a) Develop and test solutions based on collective understandings of the situation

I. Design and implement video-based lesson studies II. Develop practice of using digital tools for teaching

and learning math III. Facilitate reflection and inquiry as well as sharing

b) Continue the professional learning network in mathematics teaching and digital tools

c) Consolidate a long-term partnership between RSB and McGill


a) Face-to-face meetings (4 times/year) October / December / February / April

b) On-line activities on Edmodoc) Classroom visits and interviewsd) Six lead teachers in the areas of Lesson

study, Reflection, and Inquiry



* Consolidate learning and practice developed in Years 1 & 2a) Cultivate a community of practice in

mathematics teaching and digital toolsb) Develop solutions and measure and evaluate the

resultsc) Develop practice of using digital tools for

teaching and learning mathd) Promote reflective practice and inquiry

* Get ready to scale-up for the following yearse) 5. Consolidate a long-term partnership between

RSB and McGill


Objectives Strategies 1. Cultivate a community of practice in mathematics teaching and digital tools

Ongoing, active online interaction(e.g., Edmodo & Vialogues)

2. Develop solutions and measure and evaluate the results Video-

based Reflective Practice

Student learning data (e.g., Formative assessments)

3. Develop practice of using digital tools for teaching and learning math

ICT hands-on sessions at F2F meetings (e.g., Gizmodo, Flipping, and so on)

4. Promote reflective practice and inquiry

Regular, ongoing reflection

5. Consolidate a long-term partnership between RSB and McGill

Strategies & plans for scaling-up

McGill University (Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology) Alain Breuleux, Ph.D. (Principal Investigator) Gyeong Mi Heo, Ph.D. (Research Associate) Lei Nong, M.A. (Research Assistant) Leah Dayan (Research Assistant) Nilou Rahmani (Research Assistant)

Leadership Team (1)

Riverside School Board Lisa Rae - Assistant Director of Educational

Services Karen Rye - Technology Consultant (RECIT) Tina Morotti - Educational Consultant

(Elementary) Sandra Fréchette - Educational Consultant

(Secondary)

Leadership Team (2)