9-12 Math Curriculum and Resources QTR 1 Survey

This survey provides an opportunity for Teachers and Administrators to offer their opinions on the access to and understanding of the current math curriculum for the purpose of making some decisions about future availability and enhancements. Your input is very important to us. Please take 3 to 5 minutes to complete this survey.
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A red asterisk (*) indicates required questions.

  1. Grade Level - check all that apply:*
    Grade 9
    Grade 10
    Grade 11
    Grade 12


  1. With reference to SLCSB’s Scope and Sequence Documents for Mathematics, please rate the components according to usefulness as an instructional guide for concepts and skills. Mark 3 for essential, 2 for adequate, and 1 for being of little value.

          1 2 3    
      Vocabulary   
      Suggested Pacing Guide   
      Concept Map   
      I can … statements   
      Syllabus   
      Benchmark Links to FOCUS   
      Benchmark Links to MiniBATs   


  1. How comfortable are you implementing the new Math Scope and Sequence for SLCSB, which incorporates the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS)?
    Very Comfortable
    Somewhat Comfortable
    Not Comfortable At All
    Not Applicable


  1. How would you rate your understanding of the NGSSS Benchmarks for the course(s) you teach?
    Full understanding of NGSSS
    Partial understanding of NGSSS
    No understanding of NGSSS


  1. If not very comfortable with the NGSSS, please indicate what would assist with enhancing your expertise? Please be as specific as possible. (open response)



  1. Identify what level course(s) you teach. Click all that apply.
    Regular
    Honors
    Advanced Placement/IB/AICE
    Intensive


  1. Please list any math manipulatives / concrete learning materials available for use by students at your school. (open response)


  1. If math manipulatives are available, how often did/do you incorporate student use of manipulatives into learning experiences?
    Daily
    With introduction of each new concept/skill
    As needed based on student understanding
    Had not used during first quarter


  1. If you do not currently use manipulatives for instruction, what would be needed for such concrete learning materials to become part of the instructional routine of math class?
    Availability
    Professional Development/Modeling of Use
    Access to Research Regarding Use of Manipulatives
    Extra Time for Such Experiences
    Not applicable


  1. How often do you access FOCUS (SLCSB’s First Online Curriculum Uniform System) for resources aligned to the Benchmark expectations of each course?
    One or more times a week
    Once a month
    Once a quarter
    I have not accessed FOCUS.


  1. If you access FOCUS, which categories of resources had you used for the first nine weeks?
    Lessons and Organizers
    Text and Print
    Online Media
    Centers/Stations
    Assessments including MiniBATs
    Other Curricular Connections
    Professional Development


  1. How often do you access C-PALMS: www.floridastandards.org for clarification of course expectations or standards and/or for resources aligned to benchmarks?

    One or more times a week
    Once a month
    Once a quarter
    I have not accessed C-PALMS.


  1. Additional comments regarding math curriculum, instruction, and/or assessment in St. Lucie County Schools: (open response)


  1. Role of Survey Participant:*
    Classroom Teacher
    Resource Support Teacher
    Math Coach
    Assistant Principal
    Principal
    Other


  1. Years of Employment in SLC Schools:*


  1. Optional: School Name