Mathematics and Language
What Is It?
Solve: Find the igluft of a noblik if the jadnym is 20. The preceding sentence shows how difficulties with learning mathematics can be more about language than numbers and computation. Although language in general can create barriers to student learning, particularly for English language learners (ELLs), the language and symbolism in mathematics is problematic for all students. The root of the problem is multifaceted, ranging from traditional instructional practices to simplistic mathematical definitions and the absence of mathematics language and symbolism in state and national mathematics standards.
To address these multiple deficiencies, SEDL has created a professional development model to help educators integrate language and symbolism into mathematics instruction. Our specialists show educators how to use research-based strategies to help all students develop an understanding of mathematical language and its function in developing the strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and calculation skills essential to mathematical understanding and lifelong success.
How SEDL Can Help
Just for You
SEDL’s specialists can create a 1-year customized professional development plan just for your district or school. Through highly interactive sessions, participants will learn
- how mathematics language and symbolism affect both teachers’ and students’ understanding of critical mathematical concepts;
- the relationships among mathematical language and symbolism, conceptual understanding, and critical thinking; and
- strategies to address the importance of mathematics language and symbolism in understanding and learning mathematics concepts.
Stimulus Funds to Use
Title I, Part A Recovery Funds and Title I, School Improvement Grants (103G Funds)
Contact Us
Please contact the SEDL Center for Professional Learning at 800-476-6861, ext. 6556, or e-mail services@sedl.org to learn more.
