SNAP Solution

Changing students' attitudes about math and assessing number sense begins with shifting the teacher's attitude and approach. Learn how the authors dispel the common myth that student apathy in mathematics class is inevitable. Math teachers can use the student numeracy assessment and practice (SNAP) approach to address the five strands of mathematical proficiency, promote thinking, and ignite a sense of wonder in their students. K 8 teachers can utilize this book to: Use the SNAP approach to help students learn number senseAddress each SNAP skill from kindergarten, primary, and intermediate teachers perspectivesApply the SNAP method within the response to intervention modelLearn the five strands of mathematical proficiency aligned with each SNAP skillAccess templates and other resources Contents:IntroductionChapter 1: Exploring the SNAPChapter 2: Looking at Number Sense FoundationsChapter 3: Understanding the Five Strands of Mathematical ProficiencyChapter 4: Implementing the SNAP With Beginning MathematiciansChapter 5: Understanding How SNAP Supports Response to InterventionChapter 6: Rubrics, Assessment, and Competency-Based LearningChapter 7: School and District ImplementationEpilogue: Final WordAppendix: Resources to Support Number SenseReferences and ResourcesIndex