Middle Math Institutes: Number System, Ratio, & Proportion
In the middle grades, students are transitioning from a focus on computation to applying these skills to more real-world settings. Understanding our number system, the properties of rational and irrational numbers, and making connections to previously learned skills will allow teachers to develop a coherent learning experience for middle grades students. Developing a flexible understanding of ratios, rates, and proportional relationships provide students with tools that can be applied in a variety of situations.
This institute is one of four in the CMSE Middle Math Institutes. Educators who complete all four institutes will be eligible to receive a Middle Level Mathematics (901) Supplemental Endorsement.
Date/Time:
Fall 2025 (Registration coming soon)
Live virtual discussions each Tuesday 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Location:
Canvas and Zoom
The online institute is composed of the following activities and requirements:
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Content Pre-Assessment
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Weekly Virtual Class Meetings
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Weekly Independent Assignments
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Content Post-Assessment
Participants should expect to spend approximately 3 hours each week participating in discussions and completing assignments.
SUMMER 2024 INSTITUTE
Date/Time:
June 3-6, 2024
9:00 am -4:00 pm with 1-hour lunch break each day
Participation in all four days is required for completion of the institute.
Location:
Jackson Avenue Center, Classroom Q24
University of Mississippi
1111 Jackson Avenue West
Oxford, MS 38655
This institute is composed of the following activities and requirements:
- Content Pre-Assessment
- Daily Hands-on Activities and Discussions
- Daily Independent Reading & Problem Set Assignments
- Content Post-Assessment
Topics to be discussed include:
- The Real Number System
- Properties of Rational & Irrational Numbers
- Making Sense of Fraction Division
- Understanding Integer Operations
- Representations of Ratios
- Using Ratio reasoning to Solve Problems
- Identifying Proportions Relationships
- Connecting Ratios and Proportions to Other Concepts
Dr. Julie James
Assistant Director of Professional Learning
Center for Mathematics and Science Education
The University of Mississippi
jjames1@olemiss.edu
2.4 CEUs
CEUs are available upon successful completion of the institute. All institute expectations, including assignments and participation in live virtual discussions, must be completed to be eligible for CEUs. Please note that CEUs cannot be prorated.
CEU Processing
CEU credits are processed electronically by North Mississippi Education Consortium. Please allow 3-4 weeks for processing. Participants will be notified via email from NMEC once credits are available for download.
Registration Fee: $450 per institute, includes CEUs
- Personal Check or Money Order
- School Purchase Order
- Credit or Debit Card
Your registration confirmation email will provide details of how to submit your payment. Payment must be received prior to the institute.
In-Person Institute
June 3-6, 2024
Registration Deadline: May 26, 2024
For information about other institutes in the CMSE Middle Math Institutes and to review our Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our Middle Math Institutes main page.