Building Mathematical Thinkers
Our student-centered approach emphasizes classroom discourse, visual models, and conceptual understanding. Students build problem-solving skills, develop fluency, and make sense of mathematics through rich tasks with multiple entry points. Open-ended questions and student choice offer all learners an appropriate level of challenge and the opportunity to develop a positive math identity.
What's New in Third Edition?
A lot has changed since we published Bridges in Mathematics Second Edition. Over the years we listened to educators using our curriculum and kept abreast of evolving research regarding pedagogy, math education, and professional development. We’ve used this learning to shape our newest offering, which retains the best of our last edition while adding important enhancements and new features.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Bridges classrooms have long sought to elevate all student voices. Third Edition brings additional focus to representation, guidance for creating an inclusive learning environment, and revised tasks to better support equity. Our curriculum amplifies each student’s voice and learner agency, sparking curiosity and helping them find joy in mathematics.
Usability
To improve usability, we made a number of changes, including adjusting the length of lessons, adding learning goals, and restructuring Number Corner to progress chronologically. Revised Teachers Guides include more embedded professional learning offered through overviews, sidebars, suggested questions, and sample student dialogue.
Technology
A redesigned Bridges Educator Site (BES) facilitates more efficient planning through streamlined access to valuable instructional resources and professional learning. And we’ve improved the integration of the Math Learning Center apps through share codes in the Teachers Guides, providing flexibility for how students engage with sessions.
Assessment
Bridges offers multiple modes of assessment, including observational, classroom work, and summative. Optional digital assessments, through a partnership with Derivita, provide real-time, actionable data for teachers and coaches.
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