Mathematical Environment

If a teacher wants her students to be successful math learners,

she must immerse them in a math rich environment. The
following includes examples to achieve this in the physical
setting of the students classroom.
Mental Math

Number
Talks

Different
modes of
thinking

Collaborative
Learning

Value of
mistakes
Student talk is important
accross all grade levels.

Scaffolding

Anchor
Charts

With more complex

concepts, need to use
variety of skills.

Technology

Daily and
Transdisciplinary

Math
Literatures

Effective
Mathematical
Environment

Students need frequent

experiences using a
variety of resources.

Variety of
manipulatives

Representations of
concepts promote
understanding and
communication.

Problem solving should

be the basis for most
mathematical learning.

Representati
on of
Student
Thinking

Authentic
and
engaging

Allows for
Productive
Struggle
A Guide to Effective Instruction in Mathematics
Kindergarten to Grade 3, Ontario Ministry of Education