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Subject Matter Knowledge; Elective

Mathematics Content vs. Math Skills

This video explores the difference between math content (the grade-level curriculum topics students are expected to learn) and math skills (the foundational abilities like problem-solving, number sense, and reasoning needed to succeed with that content).

What you'll learn

  • Why we create goals based around math skills and NOT math content

  • About the Standards of Mathematical Practice as a framework for writing our goals

Who is this for?

General Educators; Special Educators

This topic is presented by:

Allan Blume

IEP Specialist

With over 45 years of experience in special education, Allan Blume has established himself as a thought leader in the field, specializing in guiding educators and parents through the transition to the new IEP format. Recognizing that while those who write IEPs are deeply committed to doing what is best for their students, they often find the process daunting, Allan developed the Blume Method to simplify and enhance IEP writing. This method provides practical tools, including formulas and sentence starters, to make the process more manageable, consistent across levels and buildings, and efficient, while preserving the critical principle of individualization at the heart of every IEP.

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