CRITERIA FOR COURSE OFFERINGS
CHECKLIST

Middle School Mathematics
(Each content/concept should be evaluated for each grade level.)

Content/Concepts
Proportion & Proportional Reasoning
  • Rational numbers
  • Geometry
  • Probability
  • Application Level
Fractions
Measurement
Integers
 
Pedagogy
Problem Solving Strategies
  • Estimation
  • Solution strategies
  • Mathematical representation
  • Reasonableness
Use of Manipulatives
Project-Based Learning
Hands-on experiences
Addresses diverse learners
Graphing calculators
Integration of technology in a one computer classroom
 
Process Skills
Higher-order thinking skills
Critical thinking skills
 
Curriculum
Project CLEAR
TEKS strands
Math/Science connections
  • Content
  • Vocabulary links
Produce units
 
Other
Graduate Credit (Y or N)
1 week/30-40 hours  ( Y or N)
Follow-up (Y or N)