How can you transform standard exercises into fun games that deepen math skills while fostering critical thinking and collaboration? Research shows that gamifying learning experiences significantly increases student engagement, participation, and retention of math concepts. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop that will empower you to breathe life into everyday worksheets, transforming them into memorable, interactive math games. Get ready to unlock the power of gamification and inspire a newfound enthusiasm for math among your students by transforming "just another worksheet" into "Wow!" moments of discovery and engagement! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with tools and resources to transform rote tasks into opportunities for active learning and explore practical strategies that make math practice both effective and enjoyable. This is workshop one of three for the series titled “Level Up Math: Gamifying the Classroom for Engaged Learning.” Key Takeaways Learn how to apply game design elements to traditional worksheets, creating engaging formats that encourage skill mastery through play. Gain adaptable techniques for transforming existing worksheets into collaborative activities, puzzles, and challenges that capture students’ attention and keep them motivated. Explore strategies to make math practice interactive, rewarding, and aligned with learning goals, leading to greater student interest and success. Discover how interactive games can foster a collaborative classroom environment and help students develop critical thinking skills by tackling math problems in new ways. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

How can digital platforms revolutionize the way you teach math, transforming lessons into interactive, gamified experiences? Digital tools for gamification, such as adaptive learning programs, offer personalized learning experiences that cater to diverse student needs and skill levels, making math more approachable and fun. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she guides you through the world of gamified math instruction, exploring powerful digital tools that elevate classroom engagement and foster a love for learning. Prepare to unlock the power of technology to create a gamified, dynamic math learning environment that transforms engagement, comprehension, and enthusiasm in your classroom! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with tools and strategies to enhance accessibility, make abstract concepts more relatable, and create meaningful and memorable math games. This is workshop two of three for the series titled “Level Up Math: Gamifying the Classroom for Engaged Learning.” Key Takeaways Gain insights into multiple digital tools that gamify math learning, including their capabilities, customization options, and integration methods for diverse classrooms. Understand the psychological and educational principles behind gamification and learn how to use these strategies to captivate students and sustain their interest in math topics. Discover how to transform traditional math worksheets and tasks into digital games that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and skill mastery. Develop techniques to use digital tools to tailor learning experiences, address individual student needs, and provide meaningful feedback to accelerate learning. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

How can you set the tone for a productive class, capture students' attention, and ensure they leave with a solid understanding of the day's concepts? Starting your class with an engaging activity can capture students' attention and get them excited about learning. Similarly, ending with a reflective exercise can solidify their understanding and provide a clear takeaway. Join Sofia Guerrero for this timesaving, to the point session and discover practical strategies to kickstart your lessons with engaging activities and wrap them up with meaningful reflections. From energizing starters to impactful closures, you'll discover practical tips to create a classroom environment that promotes learning and retention. Get ready to enhance your instructional toolkit and make every minute count! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the tools and resources you need to energize your teaching and maximize student engagement from start to finish. Key Takeaways Discover engaging opening activities that stimulate interest and readiness to learn. Explore reflective closing strategies that solidify student understanding and retention. Learn effective questioning techniques to maintain student engagement throughout the lesson. Gain insight into structured routines that create a consistent and productive classroom environment. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Have you ever wondered how to make math practice more engaging and fun for your students? What if you could turn routine math problems into an exciting digital art project? Google Sheets is not just for spreadsheets—its conditional formatting and formulas can be used to create dynamic, self-checking activities that automatically reveal digital art as students solve problems correctly. Join Sofia Guerrero for this timesaving, to the point session and discover how to create digital art reveals using google sheets that will captivate your students, reinforce key math concepts, and provide your them with immediate feedback. Get ready to explore step-by-step techniques, share creative ideas, and elevate your teaching toolkit! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the tools and resources you need to transform your math assignments into engaging, interactive experiences. Key Takeaways Discover how to create engaging math activities that combine problem-solving with digital art reveals. Learn to design self-checking Google Sheets that provide instant feedback to students, helping them track their own progress. Explore the intersection of math and art to inspire creativity and excitement in your classroom. Understand how digital art reveals can boost student engagement and make math practice more enjoyable. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Are you struggling to integrate data into your daily teaching routines effectively? Effective classroom management, combined with data-driven instruction, allows teachers to create a dynamic and responsive learning environment where real-time adjustments can be made to optimize student learning. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we focus on the practical aspects of classroom management and teacher moves that ensure data translates into improved student learning. Learn how to seamlessly integrate data into your daily routines, manage your classroom effectively, and make real-time adjustments to your instruction. Get ready to turn your data insights into powerful teaching actions that drive success! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the tools and resources you need to bring data-driven instruction to life in your math classroom through effective implementation strategies. This is workshop three of three for the series titled “Data Driven Instruction in the Math Classroom.” Key Takeaways Learn strategies for integrating data into your daily teaching routines to inform and enhance your instructional practices. Discover techniques for managing your classroom effectively while implementing data-driven instruction. Explore methods for making real-time adjustments to your instruction based on data insights to maximize student learning. Gain practical tips for maintaining a sustainable approach to data-driven instruction that supports ongoing student success. Presented by Sofa Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Are you looking to effectively analyze student data to improve your math instruction? Creating differentiated assignments based on data analysis helps meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring that all learners are challenged and supported appropriately. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we explore practical techniques for interpreting data insights and transforming them into actionable strategies. Discover how to design customized math assignments that address varying proficiency levels, ensuring every student is challenged and supported. Get ready to unlock the power of data-driven differentiation and elevate your teaching practice! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the tools and resources you need to take your data-driven instruction to the next level by creating differentiated assignments that cater to diverse student needs. This is workshop two of three for the series titled “Data Driven Instruction in the Math Classroom.” Key Takeaways Learn how to effectively analyze student data to gain insights into student performance and instructional needs. Discover strategies for designing differentiated math assignments that address varying levels of student understanding and proficiency. Explore methods for using data to tailor instruction to individual student needs, improving overall learning outcomes. Gain practical tips for integrating data-driven instruction into your daily teaching practices, fostering a more responsive and effective classroom environment. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Are you looking to better understand the core components and learning objectives of math standards? Utilizing effective data collection methods aligned with the standards enables teachers to monitor student progress, identify learning gaps, and inform instructional decisions. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we delve into the nuances of breaking down math standards to understand their core components and learning objectives. Discover multiple, effective data collection methods that align with these standards, ensuring you capture the right insights to drive student success. Get ready to transform your approach to math instruction and make data work for you! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the tools and resources you need to unlock the full potential of your math classroom by mastering the art of collecting meaningful data. This is workshop one of three for the series titled “Data Driven Instruction in the Math Classroom.” Key Takeaways Learn how to deconstruct math standards to reveal their essential elements and objectives, ensuring clear instructional goals. Discover data collection techniques that directly correspond with math standards, making assessment and progress tracking more effective. Explore strategies for using collected data to make informed instructional decisions, enhancing student learning outcomes. Gain insights into best practices for integrating data-driven instruction in the math classroom, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and success. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Ever wondered how to effectively translate mathematics standards into successful classroom practices? Strategic unpacking of math standards is crucial for effective teaching as it helps educators break down complex standards into manageable learning targets, ensuring a clear understanding of what students need to learn and achieve. Join Sofia Guerrero for this timesaving, to the point session as we explore practical strategies for breaking down mathematics standards into manageable chunks. Participants will also learn how to identify key verbs, nouns, and concepts within each standard. Get ready to turn standards into success in your math classroom! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the tools and resources you need to strategically unpack mathematics standards, enhance your teaching, and elevate student achievement! Key Takeaways Learn the process of breaking down math standards into specific, teachable components to enhance instructional planning. Discover strategies to align your teaching methods and materials with unpacked standards to ensure comprehensive coverage. Explore how unpacked standards can inform differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of all students. Gain insights on how strategic unpacking and targeted teaching can lead to improved student performance and confidence in math. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Are you seeking strategies to ensure continuity and coherence in equation instruction across grade levels? Vertical alignment establishes a smooth progression of equation-solving skills by systematically building upon foundational concepts taught in earlier grades. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we dive into vertical alignment for solving equations in grade six through high school, investigate how solving equations evolves across grade levels, and compare the development of these critical skills. Get ready to revolutionize your equation instruction and empower your students to become confident problem solvers at every stage of their mathematical journey! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the tools you need to enhance student understanding, retention, and mastery of equations that will facilitate a seamless transition from elementary to secondary mathematics. This is workshop one of three for the series titled “Vertical Alignment for Solving Equations in Secondary Math.” Key Takeaways Explore strategies for vertically aligning equation instruction to ensure coherence and continuity across grade levels. Learn how to scaffold equation-solving skills, providing appropriate support and challenges at each stage of the vertical progression. Discover techniques for differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students as they progress along the vertical pathway to equation mastery. Gain insights into leveraging technology and manipulatives to enhance equation instruction and deepen student understanding at every level. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Would you like unleash the full potential of Desmos by designing your own activities that scaffold equation-solving skills and support students' growth across grade levels? Customized Desmos activities allow teachers to design interactive experiences that cater to students' diverse needs, abilities, and learning styles. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we dive into an immersive experience using the digital platform Desmos, exploring where to locate and edit pre-built activities as well as how to create your own customized activities from scratch, step-by-step. Get ready to revolutionize your equation instruction and empower your students to become confident problem solvers at every stage of their mathematical journey! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the skills you need to promote student agency, enhance differentiation, and promote deeper understanding of concepts that will facilitate a seamless transition from elementary to secondary mathematics. This is workshop three of three for the series titled “Vertical Alignment for Solving Equations in Secondary Math.” Key Takeaways Learn how to design Desmos activities that scaffold equation-solving skills, providing appropriate challenges and support at each stage of the vertical progression. Explore strategies for incorporating interactive elements, such as sliders, graphs, and simulations, to enhance student engagement and deepen understanding of equations. Discover techniques for aligning Desmos activities with curriculum standards and learning objectives, ensuring coherence and continuity in equation instruction across grade levels. Gain insights into leveraging Desmos data and feedback features to assess student progress, identify areas for growth, and inform instructional decision-making. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.

Have you ever wondered how to leverage the power of technology to support vertical alignment in equation instruction? Desmos is a powerful online graphing calculator that offers interactive tools and visualizations to help students explore and understand mathematical concepts, including equations. Join Sofia Guerrero for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we dive into an immersive experience using the digital platform Desmos and explore how technology can support building a conceptual understanding of solving equations in an interactive way. Get ready to revolutionize your equation instruction and empower your students to master mathematical concepts at every stage of their learning journey! Sofia’s expertise as an instructional specialist will equip you with the skills you need to enhance student engagement and promote deeper understanding of concepts that will facilitate a seamless transition from elementary to secondary mathematics. This is workshop two of three for the series titled “Vertical Alignment for Solving Equations in Secondary Math.” Key Takeaways Explore the diverse features of Desmos for equation instruction, including graphing tools, sliders, and interactive activities, to support students' progression. Learn how to scaffold equation-solving skills using Desmos, providing opportunities for exploration, experimentation, and discovery at each stage of the vertical pathway. Discover strategies for integrating Desmos into your curriculum to enhance equation instruction, differentiate learning experiences, and promote student agency and ownership of learning. Gain insights into assessing student understanding and progress using Desmos, leveraging real-time feedback and data to inform instruction and support student growth. Presented by Sofia Guerrero Sofia Guerrero currently serves as a district math instructional specialist in Houston, Texas. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various roles, including middle school teaching and leadership in digital integration as an EdTech coach. Sofia is deeply committed to nurturing a robust foundation of instruction, providing students with many opportunities to express and demonstrate their thoughts and learning, driven by her genuine passion for education.