Facilitator: Janet Moore

Biography: Janet Moore is a Math Instructional Coach with a passion for empowering students and teachers to be confident, curious, and competent mathematicians, regardless of their past experiences in mathematics. Janet is a math instructional coach for ROE #17. She draws upon a unique combination of formal and informal teaching experiences that include: (1) teaching high school mathematics at Bureau Valley High School, (2) teaching developmental mathematics at Illinois State University, (3) integrating math, science, and ELA into simulated space mission experiences at the Challenger Learning Center, (4) translating the math and science involved in NASA's high-energy astrophysics missions into lessons and materials for K-12 classrooms, and (5) providing professional development for teachers on behalf of ISBE, NSF, and MSP during the transition to Common Core and NGSS standards. In her curriculum development and professional development endeavors, Janet emphasizes an inquiry-based, SEL-focused approach to mathematics instruction that allows students and teachers to understand mathematical concepts through meaningful experiences.

Classes by this facilitator

Making Math Hands-On in 6th - 12th Grade

Do you want to make your math class more hands-on? Do you wish abstract math concepts could be more concrete, visual, and accessible for your students? If so, you are not alone! Join us as we investigate manipulatives, resources, and strategies for making sense of abstract concepts by using hands-on materials and experiences. Explore a variety of tools and resources related to several math topics that you can implement in your classroom. CPDUs: 6
Wednesday, April 28, 2027, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Making Math Meaningful in 6th - 12th Grade

Do you want your students to be more engaged in math class? Do you wish your students had more perseverance to do critical thinking and problem-solving in math? If so, you are not alone! Join us for a day of exploration and collaboration as we tackle these common math class struggles. In this session, participants will learn about proven strategies for increasing student engagement in math and explore a variety of tools and resources for classroom implementation. CPDUs: 6
Wednesday, March 31, 2027, LLCC-Medical District Room 202