Study: Emotional, social learning model boosts test scores Students in classrooms that operate under the Responsive Classroom model -- a socialization technique typically used to help students develop emotional and social skills -- had the added benefit of higher math and reading test scores, according to a recent study by researchers from several universities. The crux of the program is focused on developing positive classroom relationships, teaching students how to cooperate and encouraging a sense of "community." The Washington Post (tiered subscription model) (3/6)  | Join us at NCTM 2014 to jazz up your visit to the Big Easy See the latest assessment, teaching, and learning tools for your math classroom, then go back to school in our math classroom to experience Accelerated Math as a student. (We won't keep you after class.) We have more than a few surprises in store, including some big news to share.
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 | N.M. middle schools engage students with SMARTLab classes A school district in New Mexico has launched elective courses known as SMARTLabs, in which middle-school students engage in self-paced learning in science, technology, engineering and math as well as hands-on instruction. Among other things, students work with technology, machines and broadcast equipment, and they produce a physical product by the end of the course. "It's a real motivator for kids to come to school and do well," said principal Jay Brady. KFDA-TV (Amarillo, Texas) (3/6)
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 | Teacher characteristics and student mathematical dispositions Although providing teachers with more mathematics or math education courses may improve their mathematical and pedagogical knowledge, it will not necessarily influence their beliefs and awareness, according to a study in the March 2014 issue of the Journal for Research in Mathematics Education. Early-bird date extended for annual meeting There's still time to save up to $80 on your registration to the 2014 NCTM Annual Meeting & Exposition. The early-bird deadline has been extended until March 14. Choose from 700+ sessions on the common core, technology, assessment and more! Don't miss this opportunity to save!
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