This one is a DENSE read as it’s the actual study methodology and findings, but is absolutely fascinating, as it delves into the messy work of trying to determine what exactly is “good” math teaching, including addressing the surprising finding that some teachers who have high ratings of engagement by learners have lower math scores in testing, and the opposite, higher test scores and lower engagement and happiness scores.
I’m not a “the test is everything” person, but testing does remain an indicator, though just a piece of the puzzle.
What I took from this:
1. Incorporate a good mix of small group and peer-to-peer work with manipulatives for active learning.
2. Focus heavily on classroom routines and procedures. I’m delving more and more into Eduprotocols, and this definitely supports that intuition.
Anyway, it’s worth the effort to read. Please share other studies you know along the same lines. One study is good … and I’ll be looking for more to see if this is supported by others or contradicted.