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What Does “Strong Tier 1 Math Instruction” Actually Mean?
We talk about Tier 1 instruction all the time in math education.
But here’s the question:
Do we actually have a shared understanding of what strong Tier 1 math instruction looks like… or are we all picturing something slightly different?
Because when terms like rigorous, engaging, and grade-level instruction aren’t clearly defined, things start to drift.
In one classroom, students might be working through step-by-step procedures, focused on accuracy and speed. In another, they’re exploring multiple strategies, discussing their thinking, and making connections.
And both are labeled “strong…
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