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=Welcome to the HCPSS Course Enhancing Instruction in the Algebra 1 Classroom= This course is designed to provide Howard County Public School System mathematics teachers, special education teachers, and para educators an opportunity to work collaboratively to plan and deliver effective mathematics instruction in the Algebra I classroom. Paraeducators will improve content knowledge and develop strategies to team with teachers to enhance instruction. Teachers will improve content and pedagogical expertise, as they explore the Standards for Mathematical Practice and the Content Standards as outlined by the Common Core State Standards for High School Algebra I.

**We will navigate this new and uncharted ocean together through a** **series of activities that include:** //1. Standard for Mathematical Practice Dipping// //2. Content Standard Diving// //3. Skill Surfing// //4. Textbook Paddling// //5. Calculator Swimming// //6. Worthwhile Math Task Wave Jumping// //7. On Deck Reading, Soaking and Absorbing// //8. Upper Deck Discussing// //9. Lesson Plan Floating// //10.Computer Backstroking// || ||
 * **Participants have signed on to Cruise Ship Common Core Algebra I.**

Syllabus


**Lesson Plan Template**



**SFMP Reflection**



**Sample Lesson With Sample SFMP Reflection** = = Completing the square applet []