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Successful Lessons for Meeting Oregon's Math Standards 5-CIM is an essential resource for teachers, parents, and administrators who are committed improving student achievement on Oregon's mathematics testing. This publication is the result of a collaborative effort between Portland State University’s Center for Student Success and Portland-Metro area math teachers to provide quality resources for all Oregon teachers.
This guide provides in-depth classroom lessons for the topics included in the Oregon State Grade Level Standards for Assessment. Lessons were written with flexibility and are designed to serve as either introductory instructional material or as a supplement to existing curriculum. All lessons have been reviewed, tested and approved by metro-area math educators.
In addition to enhancing teacher content understanding this guide will assist in the assessment of student knowledge and comprehension. Features include:
- Test preparation guidelines and suggestions
- Vocabulary for middle and high school mathematics
- Testing resources
- 43 middle and high school lessons for knowledge level tests:
- Calculation
- Measurement
- Geometry
- Statistics and probability
- Algebraic relationships
To supplement the Successful Lessons for Meeting Oregon's Math Standards 5-CIM the Center for Student Success provides professional development for middle and high school math teachers. Each program is tailored to individual school and district needs and includes:
- Development of content-area knowledge and pedagogy
- Emphasis on depth over breadth
- Establishment of long-range and systemic approaches
- Hands-on, practical, and activity-based strategy