SMARTTraining
OFFERS THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS:

Survey of Singapore Math

Discover what all of the fuss is about! This one-day overview of the curriculum explains the philosophy, as well as including introductory techniques on mental math, problem solving strategies, manipulative skills, assessment, and differentiated instruction.

Math Content for K-6

Develop a profound understanding of fundamental mathematics. Many teachers don’t feel as confident teaching math as they do language arts. This one-day class is designed to prepare teachers to explain why the rules of arithmetic work.

Pre-Implementation Training

Create a successful transition. This program includes everything from Survey of Singapore Math (see course description), plus grade specific training and/or Math Content for K-6 (see course description). Lots of games and activities are utilized so your teachers can truly bring the excitement of math to the classroom. Can be two or three days - three days is highly recommended.

Enhancement

Strengthen your teachers’ confidence! This one or two-day program meets your specific needs. Trainers can co-teach your classes, debrief, observe, and critique. This is most effective about 2 to 3 months after implementation. Through experience, we believe enhancement supports teachers and leads to optimal results. Discount offered when booked with three-day Pre-Implementation Training!

Parent Night

Use our experience to the fullest. This is a night where we answer questions from parents and help to develop the needed home support for a successful implementation. Free with Enhancement!

Model Lessons

Observe our trainers teach model lessons at any grade level (K-6), showing teachers what an ideal Singapore Math lesson looks like. Each lesson is debriefed with staff explaining why the lesson was presented in the manner it was presented.

Model Drawing

Unlock the power of the Model Drawing Method to solve word problems in 3rd grade through pre-algebra. This is the most popular of all the Singapore Math Method techniques. To truly develop the mastery needed to teach with confidence a full day is recommended. Grades 3-7 are the best audience.

Math Games and Manipulatives K-2

Build excitement with fun math games and use manipulatives to help develop that deep understanding of mathematics. This is a must for primary teachers whether they are using the Singapore  Math Method or incorporating strategies into other curriculums.

Webinars

Save on travel expenses and connect with SMARTTrainers online to meet your school’s personal training requirements. Nothing can replace having a trainer on-site but when budget are being cut this is the next best alternative.

Annual Contract

Combine all of the above services and make trainers available to your school on a regular basis throughout the year. SMARTTraining can customize this partnership to meet the needs of your teachers. Workshops- SMARTTraining will bring a workshop to your area call 602-821-5498 for details.

Questions to ask when looking for Professional Development in Singapore Math

• Has your trainer taught Singapore Math (SM) in a real classroom to real students?
• Has your trainer taught SM in a variety of grade levels?
• Has your trainer taught SM to remedial, grade level, and honors students?
• Has your trainer taught SM as a core curriculum?
• Has your trainer used SM to raise the level of other math curricula?
• Does your trainer provide ongoing email support at no additional charge?!

All SMARTTrainers can answer yes to these questions!

TEACHER TRAINING IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS
While this program can make all children successful, research shows that teacher training is the key to success. SMARTTraining was founded by classroom teachers that teach using the core concepts and strategies utilized by Singapore Math. Additionally, SMARTTraining wrote the Singapore Math training manual approved by the California Department of Education.

SMARTTrainers have introduced Singapore Math to thousands of teachers, administrators, and parents, assisted over 500 schools with successful implementations, and continue to provide many more schools with ongoing practical advice and coaching.