SNAP Solution: An Innovative Math Assessment Tool for Grades K-8 (A step-by-step framework for implementing the SNAP)

by Kirk Savage, Jonathan Ferris, Tom Hierck

Overview

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 sense
• Address each SNAP skill from kindergarten, primary, and intermediate teachers’ perspectives
• Apply the SNAP method within the response to intervention model
• Learn the five strands of mathematical proficiency aligned with each SNAP skill
• Access templates and other resources

Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1: Exploring the SNAP
Chapter 2: Looking at Number Sense Foundations
Chapter 3: Understanding the Five Strands of Mathematical Proficiency
Chapter 4: Implementing the SNAP With Beginning Mathematicians
Chapter 5: Understanding How SNAP Supports Response to Intervention
Chapter 6: Rubrics, Assessment, and Competency-Based Learning
Chapter 7: School and District Implementation
Epilogue: Final Word
Appendix: Resources to Support Number Sense
References and Resources
Index

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781960574770
Publisher:	Solution Tree Press
Publication date:	07/02/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	168
File size:	9 MB

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

“The SNAP is a powerful, all—encompassing assessment that enables teachers to assess students against learning outcomes while providing specific directions for teachers to redirect, re—teach, and provide feedback that leads to greater success.”

—Sheryl MacMath, director, School of Education, University of the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford, British Columbia

“This refreshingly simple and relevant approach to numeracy assessment and instruction will become an essential tool to math instructors just taking their first steps to experienced teachers wishing to deepen their skills.”

—Kevin Bird, superintendent, Northern Gateway Public Schools, Alberta

“The authors provide a classroom—ready method of supporting number sense that’s precise enough to provide specific and immediate support to improve performance.”

—Marie Alcock, president, Learning Systems Associates