Organization(s): Montclair State University, SUNY College at Buffalo, DePaul University
Project Link: https://tle.soe.umich.edu/mfa
Funding Agency: National Science Foundation
Program: DRK-12
HRI Role: Evaluation
Project Description
The AIM-TRU project is testing and refining a model for professional development (PD) of teachers that incorporates (1) the Teaching for Robust Understanding (TRU) framework, (2) video case studies, and (3) formative assessment lessons (FALs), developed by the Mathematics Assessment Resource Service (MARS). The overarching goal of the PD model is to create a strong community of practice that supports teachers’ use of high-quality instructional materials (i.e., FALs) to provide instruction aligned with the TRU Framework goals of equity and deep mathematical learning. The PD model is being implemented with teachers in three locations (Buffalo, Chicago, and New York City), with each location supported by a site coordinator from SUNY College at Buffalo, DePaul University, and Math for America, respectively. The project’s research is examining how engagement in PD activities and participation in a community of practice impacts teachers’ learning about mathematics instruction and their use of FALs in their teaching practice.
Evaluation Services
HRI is providing evaluation services including giving feedback on the professional development model and the project’s research design and analysis strategies. In addition, HRI is reviewing the project’s research products and evaluating the project’s contributions to the knowledge base.
