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Explore resources and projects that support educators in determining what students understand and planning accommodations that build on that knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Listening to Learn<\/a><\/strong> is a K\u20135 digital interview tool created by Marilyn Burns and Lynne Zolli, to help teachers understand how students’ reason numerically. In 1:1 interviews, students solve problems mentally and explain their thinking. The tool captures and maps responses to key reasoning strategies. Individual and class reports support instructional planning grounded in students\u2019 mathematical reasoning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Rethinking Disability and Mathematics<\/a><\/em> (Lambert, 2024) calls for a shift from deficit thinking to inclusive math teaching and introduces Universal Design (UDL Math) as a framework that supports neurodiverse and students with disabilities through accessible, engaging instruction rooted in their strengths and experiences. (Watch the Speaker Series Session<\/a>.)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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My Kids Can<\/em><\/strong><\/a> (Storeygard, 2017) and Count Me In<\/em><\/strong><\/a> (Storeygard, 2012) focus on research-based and field-tested methodologies for teaching math to the range of learners. They describe instructional strategies that move all math learners toward grade-level competency, and help elementary teachers create programs for students with special needs. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Explore resources and projects that support educators in determining what students understand and planning accommodations that build on that knowledge.<\/p>\n

Listening to Learn<\/a> is a K\u20135 digital interview tool created by Marilyn Burns and Lynne Zolli, to help teachers understand how students’ reason numerically. In 1:1 interviews, students solve problems mentally and explain their thinking. The tool captures and maps responses to key reasoning strategies. Individual and class reports support instructional planning grounded in students\u2019 mathematical reasoning.<\/p>\n

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