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Go Fast, Go Far
Greg Tang
Fee for the workshop is $209 (U.S.). Groups of 3 or more is $199 (U.S.) per person.Lunch is included.
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Is there a systematic approach to teaching arithmetic that develops number sense, great computational and problem-solving skills, and most importantly, abstract thinking skills? Is there a new way of teaching math that isn’t just the same old stuff re-packaged in a different format? Is there a step-by-step approach to teaching and learning math that is based on common sense rather than common misconceptions? The answer is “yes!”
In this exciting new workshop for K-6 teachers, Greg Tang introduces Go Fast, Go Far TM – a program that helps children and adults become good in math. He’ll show you the strategies that make mental math easy to do, and the teaching materials that make math easy to learn. You’ll not only improve your content knowledge – the key to being a good math teacher – you’ll learn new methods and activities that will help you pass this knowledge on to your students. Greg’s systematic approach to math is so simple and straightforward, you’ll leave wishing you had been taught this way. So join us on the next leg of this exciting journey. Math will never be the same!
Program Highlights:
Addition Strategies
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Transition to skip counting
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Doubling strategies
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Shifting/renaming addends
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Making 10s & 100s
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Partial sums vs place value
Subtraction Strategies
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Making 10s & 100s
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Adding up
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Partial differences
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“99 by Design”
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Grouping place values
Multiplication Strategies
- Mastering 1-10
- “Eleven Heaven”
- Distributive property
- Partial Products
- Traditional multi-digit algorithm
Division Strategies
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Mastering 1-10
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Groups vs “groups of”
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Partial quotients
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Long & short division
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“Flip it and multiply”
What You Will Learn:
- Teach efficient arithmetic strategies that develop mental math agility
- Transition kids from concrete models to abstract equations
- “Cure” counters of finger counting – without duct tape!
- Lay the groundwork for higher math by developing algebraic thinking early
- Supplement your curriculum with materials that teach and assess at the same time
- Avoid common pitfalls in teaching: counting, turnarounds, doubles
- Move kids to increasingly efficient strategies – the key to mastering big numbers
- Improve your own content knowledge and comfort with math
- Become more judgmental and politically incorrect – the key to teaching math
- Thoroughly enjoy math and put the past behind you!
Who Should Attend?
All K-6 Classroom Teachers, Elementary Math Teachers, Resource Specialists and Curriculum Co-ordinators should attend.
Cancellations/Substitutions:
Substitutions may be made at any time. All cancellations received the day of the seminar or afterwards are subject to a $15.00 service charge.
This Seminar Includes:
- Lunch
- Door Prizes
- Resource Handbook
University Credit:
½ unit of credit from Humboldt State University is available for an additional charge. These credential/ licensure courses offered are designed primarily for elective or professional development purposes. Clock hours may also be available - please check at the workshop. Verification of hours of participation will be provided for continuing education or recertification.
How To Register:
Call (800) 841-5193 ~ Or Use Our Online Registration Form: Either Mail, Fax, or Use Your Credit Card on Our Secure Server. MasterCard and Visa Accepted (US funds only).
