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Fractions
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Track #63431
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This Track addresses the learning gap "Fractions". After reviewing 1999-2000 Terra-Nova scores, it was quite evident that my fourth-grade students experienced difficulty with fractions. The math standards for grades three through five in the TN Curriculum Framework Content is NUMBER SENSE AND NUMBER THEORY. In order to develop number sense and an understanding of number theory, the mathematics curriculum must include problems which require students to recognize, represent, and model real numbers and operations verbally, physically, symbolically, and graphically. The learning expectations for fractions are as follows: Through the investion of meaningful problems, individually or in cooperative groups while using appropriate technology, all students in grades three to five, building upon the K-2 expectations, will be able to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals through the use of technology and physical, pictorial,
and symbolic representations; 2. Demonstrate an understanding of order relationships for fractions, decimals, and whole numbers using physical, verbal, and symbolic representations; 3. Apply the study of whole numbers and fractions to situations in the learners' environment; and 4. Use geometric models to illustrate properties of whole numbers and fractions and their operations.
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The Sign of the Beaver
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Track #31168
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The fourth-grade unit "The Sign of the Beaver" addresses the learning gap "reading comprehension". This unit uses the trade book The Sign of the Beaver to teach a variety of reading skills. The fourth-grade Language Arts 3-5 cluster reading content standard states that the student will develop the reading skills necessary for word recognition, comprehension,
interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of the written text. I chose this unit of study because it integrated various reading skills such as comprehension, vocabulary, similes, and metaphors. This unit also allows students the opportunity to use the internet to research various topics associated with Native American Indians as addressed in question #22 of the student and teacher pre-survey profiler.
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Fractions and their uses
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Track #20169
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After reviewing 1998-1999 Terra-Nova scores, it was quite evident that my fourth-grade students experienced difficulty with fractions.
The math standards for grades 3-5 in the TN Curriculum Framework Content is NUMBER SENSE AND NUMBER THEORY. In order to develop number sense and an understanding of number theory, the mathematics curriculum must include problems which require students to recognize, represent, and model real numbers and operations verbally, physically, symbolically, and graphically.
The learning expectations for fractions are as follows: Through the investion of meaningful problems, individually or in cooperative groups while using appropriate technology, all students in grades 3-5, building upon the K-2 expectations, will be able to: (1) demonstrate an understanding of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals through the use of technology and physical, pictorial, and symbolic representations; (2) demonstrate an understanding of order relationships for fractions, decimals, and whole numbers using physical, verbal, and symbolic representations; (3) apply the study of whole numbers and fractions to situations in the learners' environment; and (4) use geometric models to illustrate properties of whole numbers and fractions and their operations.
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Writing for Fun
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Track #20171
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After reviewing 1998-1999 TCAP Writing Assessment scores, it was evident that my fourth-grade students have a learning gap in writing. The content standard for the TN Curriculum Framework is that the student will develop the structural and creative skills necessary to produce written language that can be read and interpreted by various audiences. The learning objectives are (1) to write to acquire knowledge, clarify thinking, improve study skills, gain confidence, and promotelifelong communication, (2) write frequently for a variety of purposes such as narration, description, and personal, creative expression, (3) begin to identify and write for a variety of audiences, (4) use elements of the writing process as appropriate to the writing task, and (5) practice a variety of prewriting activities to generate and organize ideas.
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The Bridge to Terabithia
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Track #20170
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After reviewing 1998-1999 Terra-Nova scores and looking at the grades on teacher-made tests, it was evident that my fourth-grade students had a learning gap in reading comprehension and using words in context. The reading standard for grades 3-5 in the TN Curriculum Framework Content is that the student will develop the reading skills necessary for word recognition, comprehension, interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of the written text.
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Earth Science
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Track #10761
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After reviewing 1998-1999 Terra-Nova scores, it was evident that my fourth-grade students had a learning gap in earth science. The science standards for grades 3-5 in the TN Curriculum Framework Content is Interactions occur on scales ranging from elementary particles to galaxies. The student should be able recognize the composition of the earth and its relationship to the galaxy. Such skills as the earth's layers and composition, platonic movement, earthquakes, and volcanoes are addressed in this track.
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