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Common Sense Math

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Monee, Illinois, United States

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My journey as an educator began in the United States Navy where I taught algebra, trigonometry and advanced electronics. After further training I began developing classroom curricula, programmed instruction and assessments. Later I worked in industry directing a large and diverse training department for an international packaging company. After 8 years I gave up my executive position to teach in a Title 1 school district on Chicago's South Side. I quickly became lead teacher, and heavily involved in district curricula matters and teacher professional development. Since then I have worked with Governor's State University mentoring new teachers and providing professional development, and I have created a business providing teaching materials across the internet via my website - commoncoremath.net.

Write Equations to Solve Word Problems - 4.OA.3

Lines of Symmetry, Interactive PowerPoint - 4.G.3

Classifying 2-D Objects, Interactive PowerPoint - 4.G.2

Polygon Building Blocks, Full Lesson - 4.G.1

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Probability - 7.SP.5

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Common Sense Math

Also included in the 7.SP.5 Probability Full Lesson Bundle. Understand probability of a chance event can be measured with a number between 0 and 1. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Objectives: - Know probability is a n

6th - 8th

Math, Other (Math), Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.C.5

Develop and Use Probability Models - 7.SP.7

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Common Sense Math

Develop probability models and use to find probabilities of events. Compare to observe frequencies and explain discrepancies. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Objectives: - Use theoretical probabilities to predict frequ

6th - 8th

Applied Math, Math, Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.C.7

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, 7.SP.C.7b

Probability Full Lesson Bundle - 7.SP.5

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Common Sense Math

Full Lesson Bundle includes 16 slide presentation and a 6 page student workbook. Introduces probability as a fraction or percentage. Interactive lesson demonstrates solving for probability and provides multiple word problems for practice. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesso

6th - 8th

Math, Other (Math), Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.C.5

Represent and Interpret Data Using Line Plots - 4.MD.4

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Common Sense Math

Read and draw line plots, and use the data to answer basic questions. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Objectives: - Interpret line plots - Given data sets create line plots - Answer questions using data in line plots Includes 6 practice pages and

3rd - 6th

Math, Measurement, Statistics

CCSS

4.MD.B.4

Statistical Questions Full Lesson Bundle - 6.SP.1

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Common Sense Math

Interactive Powerpoint and student activity book will provide students with definitions, opportunities to differentiate between statistical questions and non-statistical questions and the ability to write statistical questions. The lesson moves step by step through the material in a way that will keep students interested and provide a basis for future learning. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers. Objectives: - Recogni

5th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.A.1

Statistics and Sampling - 7.SP.1

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Common Sense Math

Understand valid random sampling can provide information and generalizations regarding a select population. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Objectives: - Define terms related to statistics - Recognize methods of random

6th - 8th

Math, Other (Math), Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.A.1

Analyze and Compare Data Sets - 7.SP.3

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Common Sense Math

Identify data landmarks such as mean, median, M.A.D. and interquartile range using a variety of data sets. Make informal comparison of data sets focusing on variability and overlap. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Obj

6th - 8th

Math, Other (Math), Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.B.3

Line Plots and Data Distribution Full Lesson Bundle - 6.SP.2

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Common Sense Math

Includes Interactive Powerpoint presents analyzing data distribution using line plots and data landmarks, and student practice and assessment manual. The lesson moves step by step through the material in a way that will keep students interested and provide a basis for future learning. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers. Objectives: - Recognize line plots - Answer statistical questions using line plot data - Recognize

5th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.A.2

Probabilities of Compound Events - 7.SP.8

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Common Sense Math

Find probabilities of compound events. Use tree diagrams, frequency tables organized lists and simulations. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Objectives: - Find probabilities of compound events - Create organized lists,

6th - 8th

Applied Math, Math, Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.C.8

, 7.SP.C.8a

, 7.SP.C.8b

Statistical Questions Activity Manual - 6.SP.1

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Common Sense Math

Discover the difference between "statistical" questions and other questions. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Objectives: - Identify statistical questions - Write statistical questions - Answer statistical questions Includes 6 problem pages and an

5th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.A.1

Line Plots and Data Distribution Interactive Presentation - 6.SP.2

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Common Sense Math

Interactive Powerpoint presents analyzing data distribution using line plots and data landmarks. The lesson moves step by step through the material in a way that will keep students interested and provide a basis for future learning. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers. Objectives: - Recognize line plots - Answer statistical questions using line plot data - Recognize and identify data landmarks on line plots - Understan

5th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.A.2

Histograms and Box and Whisker Plots - 6.SP.4

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Common Sense Math

Recognize, analyze and create histograms and box and whisker plots. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Objectives: - Identify histograms and box and whisker plots - Analyze data using histograms and box and whisker plots - Understand when data shoul

5th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.B.4

Use Data to Draw Inferences - 7.SP.2

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Common Sense Math

Collect and utilize multiple samples of data to make generalizations about a population. Attention should be paid to variations in the samples Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Objectives: - Make inferences based on of m

6th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.A.2

Approximate Probability of a Chance Event - 7.SP.6

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Common Sense Math

Great lesson for understanding difference between theoretical and experimental probability. Hands on projects reinforce earlier lessons, while introducing new concepts. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Objectives: - Co

6th - 8th

Math, Other (Math), Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.C.6

Statistical Questions Interactive Presentation - 6.SP.1

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Common Sense Math

Interactive Powerpoint will provide students with definitions, opportunities to differentiate between statistical questions and non-statistical questions and the ability to write statistical questions. The lesson moves step by step through the material in a way that will keep students interested and provide a basis for future learning. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers. Objectives: - Recognize statistical questions

5th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.A.1

Utilize Measures of Center and Variability - 7.SP.4

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Common Sense Math

Draw inferences from two data sets by using measures of center and variability. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Editable version included. Objectives: - Compare two sets of data using center (median and mean) - Compare two sets of data using vari

6th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.B.4

Line Plots and Data Distribution - 6.SP.2

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Common Sense Math

Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Objectives: - Interpret line plots - Create line plots - Answer statistical questions using line plot data - Recognize and identify data landmarks on line plots Includes 6 problem pages and answer sheets. Aligned w

5th - 8th

Applied Math, Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.A.2

Probability Presentation - 7sp5

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Common Sense Math

Also included as part of 7sp5 Probability Full Lesson Bundle. Introduces probability as a fraction or percentage. Interactive lesson demonstrates solving for probability and provides multiple word problems for practice. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - N

6th - 8th

Math, Other (Math), Statistics

CCSS

7.SP.C.5

Analyze Data Sets - 6.SP.5

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Common Sense Math

Students analyze data by identifying data landmarks, recognizing quartiles, interpreting box plots and histograms. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Objectives: - Report on observations - Describing how data was measured - Quantifying measurements

5th - 8th

Applied Math, Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.B.5a

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Data Landmark Analysis - 6.SP.3

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Common Sense Math

Identify and analyze landmarks within data sets. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Objectives: - Read graphs - Identify data landmarks - Analyze data sets using data landmarks - Create bar chart and analyze data Includes 6 problem pages and answer

5th - 8th

Math, Statistics

CCSS

6.SP.A.3

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Experience

Teaching style

I develop classroom lessons based on engaging as many students as possible through multiple intelligences. Each new topic is presented using a combination of cooperative learning, guided and independent practice, audio/visual input, and hands-on activities. I use feedback to hone lessons and constantly try new methods. I am not a fan of "high-stakes testing", but I appreciate the direction provided by well written standards. Many teachers feel they "know what the kids need to learn". I appreciate the input of experts. Standards provide assurance we are working on the right things at the right time. I believe they make a teacher's job easier. It is important that standards are reviewed and continually improved.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Master Training Specialist - United States Navy. Instructor of the Year - Great Lakes Naval Station. Dean's list all semesters at both NIU and SIU. Graduated Cum Laude from SIU.

My own education history

Governor's State University - k-9 Illinois Teaching Certificate. Northern Illinois University - Master of Science in Education Southern Illinois University - Bachelor of Sciene in Education, Cum Laude. Naval Instructor Training School - Completed with Honors. Naval Curriculum Development School - Completed with Honors. Naval Test Development School - Completed with Honors.

Additional biographical information

I currently maintain the website - https://www.commoncoremath.net. You can find free, common sense content for every kindergarten through seventh grade math standard; all aligned to the common core. Members have access to at least 10 pages per standard.