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K-3 IMPACT
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Use the links at left to obtain answers to the most commonly asked questions about our very successful K-3 IMPACT program:
K-3 IMPACT helps teachers develop instructional methods which provide all of their students with skills that will lead to future successes in STEM careers. K-3 IMPACT instruction is student-centered and develops the critical foundations in number sense, measurement and problem-solving.
Many of the participating teachers are working in schools that serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students. Skills developed in this program lead to better intervention with these students so they have a solid mathematical understanding in the early grades. The intention of K-3 IMPACT is to lead to student success which is a shared goal of programs such as Closing the Achievement Gap.
K-3 IMPACT was developed by a statewide group of mathematics leaders. It is managed by the Teaching & Learning Collaborative in partnership with Educational Service Centers and universities.
where is the program underway?
There are currently 16 sites strategically placed around the state, with an emphasis on economically disadvantaged schools and districts.
Sites include:
- Columbus Public Schools
- Akron City Schools
- Clermont County Educational Service Center
- Darke County Educational Service Center
- John Carroll University
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Knox County Educational Service Center
- Mahoning County Educational Service Center
- Muskingum Valley County Educational Service Center
- Ohio University/Southern - Athens
- Ohio University/Southern - St. Clairsville
- SMART Consortium (Science and Mathematics Achievement Required for Tomorrow - Cleveland based)
- Teaching & Learning Collaborative (Central Ohio)
- Trumbull County Educational Service Center
- University of Dayton
- Youngstown City Schools
- Bowling Green State University Center in collaboration with Wood County Educational Service
A total of 374 different schools have participated in the first four years of IMPACT, represented by 813 teachers.
Four years of evaluation results have consistently demonstrated K-3 IMPACT's value as a strong well-received professional development experience for K-3 teachers.
Results have shown that K-3 IMPACT participants have made statistically significant gains in mathematics content knowledge and improved instructional techniques.
Teachers emphasize the following benefits:
"IMPACT has really helped change my thought process, attitude and teaching style with math in my classroom. Now that I see the effectiveness of this way of thinking/teaching, I want to incorporate it into all subject areas. It has turned me into a 'process' thinker,' allowing students to find their ways to cement ideas in math. It was run by highly qualified, helpful, professional people that exude the love of this type of math. It was contagious."
"Being part of the IMPACT workshops has continued to change and challenge me as a teacher. I no longer teach math the way I used to – present a lesson and give lots of paper and pencil work for 'practice.' What is surprising is that I am rethinking and changing the way I teach other subjects as well!"
"IMPACT has taught me how to be a “hands on” teacher who implements a variety of engaging activities rather than a “book only” teacher. I have enjoyed learning new ways to teach, and enjoyed implementing the lessons the most. One of the most valuable aspects of IMPACT was the feedback and ideas I received from others. I think IMPACT has helped to fill in any gaps in my teaching methods."
"IMPACT has helped my mathematics instruction and understanding. I have changed my way of thinking about how I teach math. I have used what I have learned in IMPACT and have already seen a shift in my students’ thinking. They are problem solvers and can explain and justify their answers."
"Solely based on what I’ve learned in IMPACT, I’ve learned to challenge my students more and they have responded by improving a lot in their understanding of number sense, estimation, and basic math skills."
what is the content of K-3 IMPACT?
Through IMPACT, K-3 teachers explore rich tasks that emphasize mathematical processes and challenge students to understand mathematics more deeply.
Specific content includes:
- Instruction focused on number, number operations, numeracy and the concept of equality;
- Research-based presentation and engagement strategies that encourage inquiry learning;
- How to use a balanced approach between teacher and student-centered mathematics instruction;
- Experience with rich, problem-solving tasks and applications that develop a deeper understanding of how to differentiate content, process and product when building new mathematical knowledge;
- Development of a deeper understanding of formative assessment to perceive student thinking and misconceptions;
- How to build on student thinking to guide and plan for instruction; and
- Opportunities to share successes and challenges in implementing instruction with students.
This program is delivered over 58 hours during a school year. Tangible benefits to teaches include books and resources, and two semester hours of graduate credit, with an opportunity to purchase two additional hours of credit.
