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Applying Theories, Design Principles, and Evaluation Models
MSCIN Program, Western Governors University
D630 - Designing Curriculum and Instruction 1 (Assessment Code)
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Description of the Curriculum
The curriculum is Grade 2, Everyday Mathematics published by McGraw Hill. This math
curriculum was developed in the 1980’s until today by the University of Chicago School
Mathematics Project. The creators are a group of authors; Max Bell, Jean Bell, John
Bretzlauf, Amy Dillard, Robert Hartfield, Andy Isaacs, James McBride, Cheryl G.
Moran, Kathleen Pitvorec, Peter Saecker. The content area is specific to 2nd-grade mathematics.
The goals and objectives focus on a strong development of children’s understanding and skills
that produce life-long mathematical power:
“The Everyday Mathematics curriculum emphasizes:
Use ofconcrete, real-life examples that are meaningful and memorable as an
introduction to key mathematical concepts.
Repeated exposure to mathematical concepts and skills to develop children’s ability to
recall knowledge from long-term memory.
, Frequent practice of basic computation skills to build mastery of procedures and quick
recall of facts, often through games and verbal exercises.
Use ofmultiple methods and problem-solving strategies to foster true proficiency and
accommodate different learning styles.” (Implementation Measurement - Everyday
Mathematics. 2025)
Everyday Mathematics’ goal is to build strong mathematical thinkers.
2.a.Context: Need or Problem
The need or problem I wish to address while using Everyday Mathematics is ensuring
students can communicate about math while using math vocabulary. Another need would be that
I want to make sure to solve the bridge and gap of communication from school to home. I want
to make sure a curriculum has communication in each unit from teachers to families that is
aligned with what is being taught in the classroom.
Applying Theories, Design Principles, and Evaluation Models
MSCIN Program, Western Governors University
D630 - Designing Curriculum and Instruction 1 (Assessment Code)
2
Description of the Curriculum
The curriculum is Grade 2, Everyday Mathematics published by McGraw Hill. This math
curriculum was developed in the 1980’s until today by the University of Chicago School
Mathematics Project. The creators are a group of authors; Max Bell, Jean Bell, John
Bretzlauf, Amy Dillard, Robert Hartfield, Andy Isaacs, James McBride, Cheryl G.
Moran, Kathleen Pitvorec, Peter Saecker. The content area is specific to 2nd-grade mathematics.
The goals and objectives focus on a strong development of children’s understanding and skills
that produce life-long mathematical power:
“The Everyday Mathematics curriculum emphasizes:
Use ofconcrete, real-life examples that are meaningful and memorable as an
introduction to key mathematical concepts.
Repeated exposure to mathematical concepts and skills to develop children’s ability to
recall knowledge from long-term memory.
, Frequent practice of basic computation skills to build mastery of procedures and quick
recall of facts, often through games and verbal exercises.
Use ofmultiple methods and problem-solving strategies to foster true proficiency and
accommodate different learning styles.” (Implementation Measurement - Everyday
Mathematics. 2025)
Everyday Mathematics’ goal is to build strong mathematical thinkers.
2.a.Context: Need or Problem
The need or problem I wish to address while using Everyday Mathematics is ensuring
students can communicate about math while using math vocabulary. Another need would be that
I want to make sure to solve the bridge and gap of communication from school to home. I want
to make sure a curriculum has communication in each unit from teachers to families that is
aligned with what is being taught in the classroom.
