Welcome to Number ninjas!
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Math Boosters (Number Ninjas) Level 4
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YOUR AFTER CLASS FOLDER
This link contains the main folder of the OPTIONAL packets and answer keys for your child’s
EXTRA PRACTICE after every TULA session.
MATERIALS NEEDED FOR CLASS
Desktop Computer or Laptop (recommended) or Tablet
Latest version of the Zoom app.
Access to Google slides
For desktop/laptop (please make sure your child's desktop or laptop is logged on to a Gmail account so they can access Google Slides)
For tablet/mobile (kindly download the Google Slides application to your child's tablet or mobile device)
Notebook or scratch paper
Pencil or pen and eraser
WHAT CAN MY CHILD EXPECT FROM A Math boosters (NUMBER NINJAS) CLASS?
Each Number Ninjas class has seven (7) ways wherein the coach assesses each child’s growth in understanding the topic, applying their skills, and practicing the necessary character traits and attitudes.
1. EXPLORATION
The class plays a game designed to see what the baseline ability level of the learner is on the topic, and then get them to self-rate how easy or hard they find it so that the coaches have an idea of which learners need extra help or attention.
The class is designed based on the Gradual Release of Responsibility (GRR) Framework. Its goal is to transfer learning from the responsibility of the coach to that of the learners. There are four steps.
2. MODELLED INSTRUCTION (STEP 1)
The learners acquire information by listening to the coach as they step through the process through an example.
3. SHARED INSTRUCTION (STEP 2)
The learners take a more active role by instructing the coach to answer a new example of the same topic. This way, the coach can tell if they understood the topic.
4. COLLABORATION (STEP 3)
The learners work together to answer a new example of the same topic. This way, the learners develop their mastery of the topic as well as their social skills.
5. INDEPENDENT APPLICATION (STEP 4)
The learners practice drive and grit by answering as many examples on their own, with the coach providing scaffolding as needed. This step is done through the workbooks on Google Slides. The activities are tiered to ensure that they learn with progression. This also makes sure that beginner, intermediate, and advanced learners can be accommodated.
6. REFLECTION
The learners practice their growth mindset by reflecting on the challenges they encountered or mistakes they made, and what they learned from them.
7. CONSULTATION
The coach stays on the call for 2-5 minutes after each session, so they are available to answer any questions learners have or help learners who are struggling with the topic.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a Packet?
A TULA Math Boosters Packet is an optional document that contains the WEEKLY ROADMAP, LESSON HANDOUTS, and WORKSHEETS for the week:
WEEKLY ROADMAP - This is an overview of the topics that will be discussed over the course of the week.
LESSON HANDOUTS - We are sending our core lessons in advance so that your child has the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the weekly topics if they have the time.
These handouts will be discussed in detail during class but may serve as both a primer and a review of the weekly lesson even after the session.
Learners are NOT required to print their roadmaps or handouts.
What are Answer Keys?
Answer Keys provides the answers to our optional Worksheets.
As it is not mandatory for learners to submit worksheets, we will send be making answer keys available to parents and learners, so they have the freedom to check and review their answers at their own pace.