A Leader's Guide to Mathematics Curriculum Topic Study

How to link standards and research to mathematics practice

Designed for leaders, this guide explores how to use CTS as a professional development tool to strengthen mathematics programs, enhance teachers' content knowledge, and improve mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment. This comprehensive guide features:

• A solid foundation in the CTS study process

• A process-driven approach that accommodates state and national standards

• Designs and guidelines for leading curriculum topic studies

• Suggestions for applying CTS to curriculum, instruction, and assessments

• Programs for half- and full-day workshops, professional learning communities, and individual coaching

• A CD-ROM with handouts, PowerPoint slides, and reproducibles