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Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades K-5

Class Details

  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 8/12/2024 - 10/6/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 3
  • Nonmember Price: $235
  • CEA Member Price: $135

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 9 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 6/2/2025 - 8/3/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 3
  • Nonmember Price: $235
  • CEA Member Price: $135

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 15 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 3/10/2025 - 5/4/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 3
  • Nonmember Price: $235
  • CEA Member Price: $135

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 12 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 9/22/2025 - 11/16/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 3
  • Nonmember Price: $235
  • CEA Member Price: $135

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 1 of 30

About the Course

In this 8-week professional development course, educators will dive into the "Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom" by Peter Liljedahl, focusing on strategies for Grades K-5. Participants will explore a variety of tasks designed to promote deep mathematical thinking and understanding among young learners. Through reading, discussions, activities, and reflective assignments, educators will learn how to implement engaging tasks that foster problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a growth mindset in their classrooms. By the end of the course, participants will have developed a deeper understanding of the Building Thinking Classrooms practices to create a dynamic and thought-provoking math learning environment. While this text is focused on K-5 math, all educators are welcome.

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Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Understand the key concepts and principles behind Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom for Grades K-5.
  • Reflect on and evaluate their own teaching practices, making adjustments to better support student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Compile a toolkit of resources and strategies for creating and implementing mathematics tasks that promote a thinking classroom in Grades K-5.
  • Grade(s): Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade Elementary K-5
  • Subject(s): Math
  • Teacher Quality Standard(s): QS 1.A QS 1.B QS 1.C QS 2.C QS 3.B QS 3.E

Facilitator

Leigh Ann Eucker

Leigh Ann Eucker is a Third Grade Teacher at Bethke Elementary School in Poudre School District who works with elementary students to help them grow and learn as an individual and a student. Leigh Ann believes that collaboration with educational professionals and specialists, along with partnering with parents/guardians, help lead to student success. Professional growth and learning are an important factor of a teacher’s success. COpilot allows opportunities for an educator to further develop their teaching practice.

Leigh Ann has been teaching at the elementary level for twelve years. She has been a lead teacher when her district adopted a new math program, has facilitated work around revising a math pacing guide for the district, and has been active in many building-wide committees including MTSS, Wellness, and SIT.

Leigh Ann holds a BA in Elementary Education from Lewis University and a MA in Currirculum and Instruction from Arkansas State University.

Reviews

Amy Guthrie
Great course! I loved how Brittany broke up the chapters and sections for deeper understanding and reflection. I think I can see myself using BTC this year to a greater extent thanks to this course. I cannot wait to get going.
Kirsten Browne
I appreciated all of the discussions. Creating my own BTC task from my curricular materials was challenging, but I learned so much as a result.
Krystal Barragan
This class was amazing! I was able to implement something new into my practice each week. The facilitator, Brittany, does such a nice job with leaving feedback. Through her feedback I feel that she is just as invested in my learning as I am. This class far exceeded my expectations and I'm so thankful I took it!

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