Hands-On Learning with Math Manipulatives (Grades K-3)

Do you have students who find it difficult to understand certain math concepts? In this online course you will learn how to use math manipulatives to teach important math concepts. You will learn what manipulatives are and why to use them, how they connect to math standards, how to successfully teach lessons using manipulatives and how to manage them in the classroom.  "I thought the content of the course was very helpful and practical. I was able to apply lessons I learned in my classroom the very next day. I was very impressed with all the wonderful websites provided." - Jennifer Stevens      Registration Fee $124        Tell a Friend About PDI Online Courses

Topical Outline/Three Units    Click here to request a copy of the syllabus

Unit One Introduction to the Course Math Standards Math Content Standards Test #1 Post an autobiography (what you teach, grade level, etc.) Unit Two Math Process Standards What are math manipulatives? Why use math manipulatives? Test #2 Unit Three Types of Manipulatives (Includes: tangrams, linking cubes, attribute blocks, base ten blocks, hundred charts, calculators, pattern blocks, geoboards, rulers, play money, etc.) Test #3

Unit Four Lesson Ideas for Using Math Manipulatives Managing Math Manipulatives in Your Classroom Test #4 Unit Five Assessment Cooperative Learning and Math Manipulatives Test #5 Unit Six Using the Internet Math Online: Connecting Math and Technology Written Assignment: Develop a list of ten topics/lessons that you can teach using manipulatives. Describe the lesson and exactly how you will use the manipulative.

Click Here to Return to the Previous Page

Copyright Professional Development Institute