A Teachers Guide to Math Works

• How can I get started with math workshop?
• What are the essential elements of math workshop?
• What does a math workshop look like in action?

A Teacher’s Guide to Math Workshop shares a step-by-step process for implementing a math workshop in any classroom and with any math curriculum. Grounded in research-based best practices in math education, this introduction to math workshop is enhanced with classroom videos that bring the content to life. You’ll see students engaged in standards-based, differentiated, academically rich mathematics tasks and activities that help them see the value of math and make connections to math in their everyday lives. Vivid pictures, artifacts, classroom video, and writing from three expert educators show you the daily rituals and routines of math workshop: whole group instruction, small, guided math groups, and purposeful partner and individual math workstations.

Dr. Nicki Newton has been an educator for over 30 years, serving as an elementary teacher, district math and science coach, professor and consultant supporting teachers across the world.

Dr. Alison J. Mello has been an educator for nearly 30 years serving as a coach, district leader, professor, and consultant supporting the professional learning of teachers across the country.

Janet D. Nuzzie has 27 years of experience serving in mathematics education and presenting mathematics professional development sessions at the campus, district, regional, state, and national levels.