Learning Opportunity

Gizmos: Online Simulations Supporting the New Math Curriculum for Grade 1, 2 Teachers

This session has been completed.
Facilitator: Karen Blumhagen
Date:September 16, 2024
Time:4:00 pm to 5:00 pm MTN
Cost:
No Charge
Location: Virtual
Session Code: 25-MA-094
Type:
Webinar
Focus: Mathematics and Numeracy

Target Audience

Grade 1-2 Teachers

About this Learning Opportunity

Inspire students to think like mathematicians using ExploreLearning Gizmos! Explore the major features of Gizmos simulations and how they can support classroom instruction using models and inquiry practices.
You will experience an interactive mathematics lesson using Gizmos resources aligned with the Grades 1 & 2 curriculum. We will discuss best practices for teaching with online simulations. K - 6 teachers in Alberta have access to Gizmos through a subscription provided by Alberta Education.

This session addresses the LQS competencies

  • 2. Modeling Commitment to Professional Learning
  • 4. Leading a Learning Community

This session addresses the TQS competencies

  • 2. Engaging in Career-Long Learning
  • 3. Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge

About the Facilitator

Karen Blumhagen

Karen Blumhagen is an Implementation Coordinator with ExploreLearning. She has over thirty years of experience in education as a classroom teacher, learning facilitator, and administrator. Karen has observed firsthand the positive impacts of online simulations in student understanding and achievement. For fifteen years, she has used Gizmos to engage her science and math students. Karen is in... Read more »